Healthcare in Florida Gulf Coast University, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.5%
3.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
32.3%
8.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
4.0%
7.9pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
21.8%
11.2pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Source: CDC PLACESAge-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
16.1%
Arthritis
8.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
1.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
52.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Source: CDC PLACESPrevention & Screening
Source: CDC PLACESGreen bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Source: CDC PLACESFrequent Mental Distress
36.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
32.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.6%
Mobility
8.9%
Cognitive
37.1%
Hearing
4.6%
Vision
12.4%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
23.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.0 mi
Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 6.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 13.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Park Royal Hospital | 13.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge | 14.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 16.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Florida Gulf Coast University has an obesity rate of 32.5%, which is 3.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 32.3%, 8.8pp above the national average. About 21.8% of adults lack health insurance. 68.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.3 out of 5.