Emergency Physicians of Central Florida

H. Leland Mizelle, MD, PhD, is a distinguished figure in the field of emergency medicine, currently serving as Chairman and Medical Director of the Emergency Department at the new cutting-edge Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital. With an impressive career that has seamlessly blended research, teaching, and clinical practice, Dr. Mizelle has made significant contributions to both academia and patient care. His academic journey began with earning a PhD in Physiology and Biophysics, conducting basic research focusing on cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and congestive heart failure. Dr. Mizelle’s research prowess is reflected in the 150 publications authored and co-authored, which include original research, book chapters, and abstracts in prestigious journals such as Hypertension, The American Journal of Physiology, and The American Journal of Hypertension. His work garnered grant support from esteemed institutions such as the National Institutes of Health and the American Heart Association.

Transitioning from research to clinical practice, Dr. Mizelle earned his MD degree and completed his residency in emergency medicine at Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he excelled, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. Driven by a commitment to frontline healthcare, he joined and subsequently became a partner in Emergency Physicians of Central Florida (EPCF), a premier group of board-certified Emergency Physicians. Over the past 23 years, Dr. Mizelle has been a cornerstone of emergency care in the Orlando area. He previously served as Assistant Managing Partner of EPCF for six years, is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians, and also serves on the volunteer faculty at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine with an appointment as Professor of Emergency Medicine. His leadership and dedication continue to shape the healthcare landscape in Central Florida.

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