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BOBÌåÓý Medical Lab â€� Shands Hospital

Address

1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, Florida 32608
Directions, parking and more

Phone Numbers

Hours of Operation

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Shands Hospital exterior

BOBÌåÓý Medical Laboratories plays a critical role in the process of patient diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. We exceed customer expectations by providing accurate, reliable data to our customers in a timely fashion by using cutting-edge testing procedures.

BOBÌåÓý Medical Laboratories offers the latest technology in tests that help people live longer, healthier lives. We are a leader in all types of medical testing for hospital patients and outpatients and provide full service testing in many areas including general chemistry, microbiology, virology, parasitology, surgical pathology, blood bank, cytology, hematopathology, and HLA.

Draw stations

BOBÌåÓý operates several conveniently located walk-in draw stations where patients can have their blood collected for laboratory testing at BOBÌåÓý Medical Laboratories.

The BOBÌåÓý Shands Hospital draw station, Outpatient Lab, is located on the first floor of the hospital in room 1021.1. Other BOBÌåÓý draw stations in the Gainesville areas are:

Meeting your health care needs

  • Medical Imaging Services

    BOBÌåÓý offers day-of, on-site imaging services in a qualified medical center.

  • Med to Bed

    Meds to beds is a bedside free service designed with your convenience in mind. Our meds to beds program allows a pharmacist to deliver your medications to you prior to your discharge from the hospital.

  • Outpatient Lab Services

    Full-service, on-site lab services and testing for your convenience.

  • Patient Blood Management

    Safe, effective medical and surgical techniques designed to prevent anemia and decrease bleeding during a procedure.

  • Pharmacies

    Accepts most prescription plans; competitive prices; on-site.

  • BOBÌåÓý Midwifery Group

    Exceptional, individualized, compassionate and evidence-based midwifery care.

Address, directions and parking

Address

1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, Florida 32608
  • Free Parking

    BOBÌåÓý offers free parking to patients as well as their families and guests.

  • On Bus Route

    Fares are $0.75-$1.50. Exact change is required. Some passengers are eligible to ride for free.

  • On Shuttle Route

    Free shuttles are available and are equipped for people with disabilities.

  • Valet Parking â€� Shands Hospital

    Vouchers are available at checkout and must be presented to the parking attendant.

Hours of operation

Monday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Specialties

Medical records

To obtain a copy of your medical records from BOBÌåÓý Medical Lab â€� Shands Hospital, please contact (352) 265-0522.

Costs, billing, and insurance

Pay your bill online by logging into . If you'd like to pay by phone, please call (352) 265-7906 or our toll-free number (888) 766-8154. You can also make checks or money orders payable to BOBÌåÓý PO Box 16051 Lewiston, ME 04243-9534.

If you have questions or wish to pay in person, please consult our billing section.

Shands hospitals and UF Physician practices accept insurance from numerous providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, CIGNA, Humana, Capital Health, Medicaid, and state and government services. For a full list of accepted plans visit our Insurance / Billing page.

Insurance acceptance varies between physicians and locations and is subject to change. To confirm that a specific physician will accept your insurance, please contact the practice using the telephone numbers listed at the top of the page. A representative will be happy to assist you.

For your convenience and peace of mind

  • Accessibility

    Aids and services are available to help people with disabilities communicate effectively.

  • ATM and Banking

    Many of BOBÌåÓý's properties have various branch ATMs and/or branch offices.

  • Baby-Changing Station

    Baby-changing stations are available in many of BOBÌåÓý's restrooms.

  • Caremail (Email Service)

    Friends and family can send messages to any BOBÌåÓý patient through the CareMail service.

  • Coffee

    Options include Opus Coffee and Starbucks in the hospital atriums.

  • Free Wifi

    Patients and guests get free wireless internet access at BOBÌåÓý hospitals.

  • Gardens and Outdoor Spaces

    The Garden of Hope, Sun Terrace, and other spaces help patients and families relax.

  • Gender-Neutral Restroom

    Gender-neutral, public restrooms are located throughout BOBÌåÓý's properties.

  • Gift Shops

    The Gift Stops offer a wide variety of gifts and products for patients and families.

  • Interpreters / Hearing Impaired

    BOBÌåÓý provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

  • Medical Records

    You can download a form or call (352) 594-0909 to have medical records mailed or faxed.

  • Notary Public

    Notary services are available to patients and visitors Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Smoke-Free

    Smoking, chewing tobacco, or using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on BOBÌåÓý properties.

  • Social Services

    Social workers are part of the patient's care team and work with medical staff and nurses.

  • Virtual Care

    In some cases, BOBÌåÓý offers telehealth care via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.

  • Virtual Visitation

    In some cases, BOBÌåÓý offers telehealth visits via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.