Opportunity This hospital’s hospitalist group is seeking a nocturnist. The Hospitalist group is currently made up of 30 physicians and 12 mid-level providers. It is the region’s only Level II Trauma Center. No ICU procedures are required as we have 24/7 ICU coverage. The group has a physician-driven schedule that allows for better patient care by reducing patient turnover and increasing continuity of care. The group is composed of both Family and Internal Medicine trained physicians. The Nocturnist schedule is 10-hour shifts, 7 days on, 7 days off. Hours are a mix of 7-5 or 9-7. The opportunity offers great benefits, paired with a physician-focused compensation plan and great opportunities for leadership and growth. – RVU based compensation with No Cap – Flexible Schedule to offer balance – Health, Dental, Vision – Short Term and Long-Term Disability – 403 retirement & 457B plans – Not-For Profit Hospital – CME, License, Certification costs covered – Academic and teaching opportunities Requirements: Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in their specialty. Candidates must be able to obtain a Florida License. The Community: Near, but far, from the well-known destinations of the Sunshine State, the area offers a distinct culture and community with access to some of the world’s greatest beaches. The city is a hub of political activity and home to universities, research institutes and some of Florida’s most pristine nature. Often described as “The Other Florida” with its deep-rooted history, rolling hills, mild climate, southern-style hospitality and canopy roads of moss-draped oaks. The city is a medium sized city where a vibrant academic and artistic community are complemented by old-fashioned charm

This healthcare system is seeking Two Pediatric General Surgeons, to be the region’s first in their field. As our robust hospital grows with our ever expanding community, the hospital is dedicated to bringing the services needed by our region. The hospital serves nearly 23 counties in the North Florida Panhandle and South Georgia markets. Previously, Pediatric Surgery needs were served by our General Surgeons. However, with the hospital being a Baby Friendly Certified Hospital, and the volume of pediatrics growing rapidly, now is the time to make this a dedicated service.

• 350 Surgeries Last Year
• Hospital Employed
• Elective Academic Affiliation with Florida State University College of Medicine
• Multi Year Base Compensation Guarantee with wRVU bonus
• Not-For-Profit Hospital
• State-of-the-Art 28 room OR, built just 4 years ago.
• 32 Bed Level 3 NICU
• Designated High-Risk Labor and Delivery Center
• Other Pediatric Sub specialties in the area;
  • Orthopedics, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, urology, Gastroenterology and Pulmonology

Come be a part of our family of physicians! The Community: Near but far from the castles and crowds of Disney, lies another magical place in the Sunshine State – one with a fascinating past, a diverse population, a buzzing political center, and great pride. Often described as “The Other Florida” with its deep-rooted history, rolling hills, mild climate, southern-style hospitality and canopy roads of moss-draped oaks. The city is a medium-sized city with a vibrant academic and artistic community are complemented by old-fashioned charm. The city is located in the central northwest panhandle region of Florida, 30 minutes north of the Gulf of Mexico. A great place to live. A better place to practice!!

Great new opportunity to join a new, hospital employed Urology practice at a Fully Private. 3 year guaranteed salary in the upper range of MGMA. The group will provide a full range of services in an out-patient setting and share a call rotation to cover the Hospital. The group will share hospital call with the existing group, making hospital call 1:8 or better. The hospital offers all of the technology and support to offer the full array of Urological Services. In addition there is the option to partner in the ownership of our Lithotripsy machine. The hospital offers great benefits, paired with a physician focused compensation plan and great opportunities for leadership and growth. – RVU based compensation with No Cap – Flexible Schedule to offer balance – Health, Dental, Vision – Short Term and Long-Term Disability – 403 retirement & 457B plans – Not-For Profit Hospital – CME, License, Certification costs covered – Academic and teaching opportunities The Community: Located only 30 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and near but far enough from the castles and crowds of Disney, lies another magical place in the Sunshine State – one with a fascinating past, a diverse population, a buzzing political center, a vibrant academic and artistic community and great pride.

Academic Internal Medicine Opportunity with the University’s College of Medicine is operated in partnership with this hospital system in the Florida Panhandle. We enjoy a status of continued accreditation with commendation with the ACGME. Our faculty members are committed to providing a solid, yet engaging education to our residents. A broad array of medical subspecialist support the training program. And, we have an opportunity for a dynamic faculty member with interest and some experience in Research and Quality Improvement starting AY 2023-24. The position will be mainly outpatient based with some inpatient coverage. Our team is a collaborative group of clinician educators focused on training the next generation of physicians who offer the right balance of didactic experiences with an emphasis in on-hands experience. Pocus training is included in our training. Our faculty believes in leading by example with the outmost professionalism and communication skills. We have caps on the wards rotations so that you can enjoy teaching medicine with a manageable patient load. We often have students on the teams. The successful candidate is hardworking, a team player, and exhibits flexibility and adaptability. You will be overseeing all QI projects, research, and all scholarly activities, and creating research opportunities. Also, you will be leading with a senior resident eight M&Ms and eight Journal Clubs per year. You will work with dedicated colleagues committed to providing a diverse patient population with excellent, high-quality care in a collegial work environment. We offer a variety of methods to counteract burnout and increase wellness for our residents and for faculty. We foster professional relationships among faculty, residents and staff through all departments. Near, but far, from the well-known destinations of the Sunshine State, the community offers a distinct culture and community with access to some of the world’s greatest beaches. The city is a hub of political activity and home to universities, research institutes and some of Florida’s most pristine nature. Often described as “The Other Florida” with its deep-rooted history, rolling hills, mild climate, southern-style hospitality and canopy roads of moss-draped oaks. The community is a medium-sized city where a vibrant academic and artistic community are complemented by old-fashioned charm.

This Cardiology Group provides services to one single hospital. They are seeking General, Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join our large, robust team. This group practices all facets of General Cardiology and is the Premier Group in the region. Current composition includes

• 5 Interventional Cardiologists
• 8 Non-invasive/imaging Cardiologists
• 4 Electrophysiologists
• 4 Cardiothoracic surgeons
• 11 Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physicians
• 1 Vascular Surgeon

The Group was formed in the late 80’s by the merger of two prominent physician groups. The group is active in research and education and own and own operate a well-developed, independent clinical research institute participating in over 100 clinical trials over the past decade and active in multiple new device and pharmaceutical studies. The physicians also serve on faculty at Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine and as preceptors with FSU Internal Medicine Program and the hospital’s Family Medicine Residency Program. The Community: Near but far from the castles and crowds of Disney, lies another magical place in the Sunshine State – one with a fascinating past, a diverse population, a buzzing political center, and great pride. Often described as “The Other Florida” with its deep-rooted history, rolling hills, mild climate, southern-style hospitality and canopy roads of moss-draped oaks. The city is a medium-sized city with a vibrant academic and artistic community are complemented by old-fashioned charm. The city is located in the central northwest panhandle region of Florida, 30 minutes north of the Gulf of Mexico. A great place to live. A better place to practice!!

This Medical Center & Institute for Academic Medicine is seeking a dynamic and experienced Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry residency program director to lead our Psychiatry Residency Program!

*The Psychiatry Program Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the residency program, including curriculum development, resident supervision, recruitment, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards.

*The Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry program is accredited for 6 residents per year and has a rich history of training excellence and service to the community.

*In addition to the Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry program, we house an APA accredited clinical psychology internship and a combined Internal Medicine/Psychiatry program with 2 residents per year. The program is designed to train clinically competent psychiatrists who are well-prepared for the practice of psychiatry in private, public or academic environments.

Qualifications:

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• Current board certification.
• A minimum of three years post-residency experience teaching in an ACGME accredited Psychiatry Program. 
• Demonstrated leadership progression in academic medicine. Experience as an assistant or associate program director preferred.
• Thorough understanding of accreditation requirements.
• Passion for academic medicine as demonstrated by scholarly activity.
• Exceptional team-building, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Ability to practice medicine in West Virginia and at CAMC.

 This opportunity offers protected academic time/effort, a competitive guaranteed base salary, paid time away from the practice, 401(k) retirement plan, occurrence-based malpractice insurance, CME allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

The busy, well-established Cardiology program at seeking an additional BC/BE Electrophysiology trained Cardiologist to join 2 other hospital-employed EP Cardiologists. Supporting Cardiologists in this program provide comprehensive general and invasive/interventional services so that our EP Cardiologists can focus on EP procedures. The community is recognized nationally as a best place to raise kids and a best place to retire. Our community offers a low cost of living, excellent educational facilities, and traditional southern hospitality. Practice Highlights:

• Opportunity to join 2 established EP Cardiologists and 3 APP’s
• Clinic is located on Medical Center campus for easy access to Cath Lab, ICU, etc.
• Clinic hours are Monday – Thursday, 8am – 5pm and Friday 8am – 3pm, closed 12-1pm for lunch every day

• State-of-the-art Cath Lab with 3 reading rooms

• Support for EP studies, right and left sided ablations, AF and VT ablations, pacers, CRT, and heart failure devices

• Large patient referral base from tri-state area, including 13 counties in AL, FL, and GA
• Robust medical Hospitalist program for assistance with admissions and general medical management
• Established Cardiovascular Surgery and Radiology groups who provide in-house support

  Practice Highlights:

• Opportunity to join an established Interventional Cardiologist and 6 NP’s
• Some General Cardiology call required, but is shared with 8 other Cardiologists
• Clinic hours are Monday–Thursday 8am – 5pm

• Clinic is located within the Doctor’s building attached to the Medical Center for easy access to Cath Lab, ICU, etc.

• State-of-the-art Cath Lab with 3 reading rooms

• Robust Cardiac rehab program with pulmonary function component

• 56 total ICU beds with a 14-bed CVICU/progressive care unit

Benefits:

• Highly competitive compensation package with productivity bonus

• Paid interviewing expenses
• $100,000 Signing bonus package
• Paid malpractice and tail coverage
• PSLF eligible employer

• CME and licensure fee allowance
• Visa Candidates welcome to apply

About the hospital: One of the largest not-for-profit tertiary referral centers in Alabama serving over 600,000 within a 75-mile radius

• 22 OR suites with 2 Endovascular suites and open heart suites
• Level 2 trauma center with EM residency trained physicians
• 1 of only 3 comprehensive stroke centers in Alabama with a dedicated lab for Cerebrovascular procedures
• 32-bed medical ICU
• Robust IM Hospitalist program provides ED unassigned coverage, care for transfers, and inpatient consults
• The region’s only facility offering TAVR, EP Cardiology, and Watchman procedures

ACGME Internal Medicine Residency program as well as Transitional Year program About the community:

• Ranked #1 small city for doctors by AdvisorSmith
• One of the Top 10 fastest growing cities in Alabama
• Less than 100 miles to the Emerald Coast beaches of Florida
• Average annual temperature is 66 degrees F
• Cost of living index is 92.8 vs national average of 100
• Over 20 miles of outdoor trails with nearby lakes and rivers
• Hosts a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course with other public and private golf courses and driving ranges nearby
• Ranked 10th in the country for the number of restaurants per square capita
• Recognized as a “Playful City” with 19 parks, 6 public swimming pools, a water park, and 47 tennis courts including a 20-court complex built to professional standards
• Medical hub of the Southeast, providing a plethora of specialty medical care options at 2 local hospitals and numerous private clinics

 

This University Health System helps people lead longer, better lives through its excellence in education, research and medical care. In addition to advanced and innovative patient care offered at University hospitals and clinics, the school of medicine’s programs provide first-class training experiences for the next generation of physicians, scientists and students. The Health System delivers excellence in care while improving the quality of life for residents across the Gulf Coast. The Department of Pediatrics is recruiting a BC/BE physician in General Pediatrics with a focus on pediatric complex care at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor to further enhance patient care as well as resident and medical student education in the outpatient setting. Our complex care clinic provides personalized, expert care to children and adolescents with complex medical conditions and care needs. This includes NICU grads, children diagnosed with two or more chronic conditions, children who are device dependent, or children who use a wheelchair for mobility. The successful candidate will join a congenial. diverse, expanding department that is committed to providing its faculty with the opportunity to achieve academic and professional growth while enjoying the climate, affordability, and high quality of life of the central Gulf Coast.   Community Information: The area has a certain magic that keeps you on your toes. Where a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions become one voice to lead all of life’s celebrations. Join the jubilee and welcome every day with an enduring passion and a little soulful hospitality, because life is the ultimate gift. This is the spirit of living. This is what we’re born to do. Funky, feisty, and festive. Historic, hip, and happening. Or colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant history with lots of stories to tell and longstanding traditions celebrated on a regular basis. The city has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you’ll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States. This area is a growing family friendly community with a vibrant downtown. The coastal city offers a temperate climate. The area boosts many cultural and outdoor activities with proximity to rivers and sandy beaches.

The Department of Pathology at this medical school is currently seeking a Pediatric Pathologist. Candidates must have and MD or DO degree or equivalent, BC/BE in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology (or Anatomic Pathology), and must have completed a pediatric pathology fellowship training program. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.. The Department of Pathology serves a Hospital (Level I Trauma Center), a Children’s and Women’s Hospital (currently building a state of art Emergency Room which will open early 2024), a cancer center, a Patient Care Center, a free-standing ED, and multiple clinics throughout the greater coastal area The clinical laboratories of the health system perform over 3 million tests/year. The transfusion medicine section is accredited by the AABB and College of American Pathologists (CAP). This area is also responsible for providing transfusion consultation services for high-risk surgeries and ob-gyn operations. We perform approximately 40 pediatric autopsies/year and about 4000 pediatric surgical cases. Molecular/next generation sequencing, immunohistochemistry, FISH, and electron microscopy laboratories are part of the sophisticated menu oftests available. The Department has a combined residency training program in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology with 12 residents and fellowship training programs. Community Information: The area has a certain magic that keeps you on your toes. Where a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions become one voice to lead all of life’s celebrations. Join the jubilee and welcome every day with an enduring passion and a little soulful hospitality, because life is the ultimate gift. This is the spirit of living. This is what we’re born to do. Funky, feisty, and festive. Historic, hip, and happening. Or colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant history with lots of stories to tell and longstanding traditions celebrated on a regular basis. The city has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you’ll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States. This area is a growing family friendly community with a vibrant downtown. The coastal city offers a temperate climate. The area boosts many cultural and outdoor activities with proximity to rivers and sandy beaches.

This regional medical center is seeking an additional BC/BE Interventional Cardiologists to join our well-established and growing practice. Our Medical Center, is a 400+-bed Level II trauma center, has the strongest Cardiovascular program in the region, ranking in the Top 10 percent nationally for patient safety for heart attack, interventional coronary, and vascular care. This collaborative approach offers established interventional, non-invasive, and structural heart programs. The community is recognized nationally as a best place to raise kids and a best place to retire. Our community offers a low cost of living, excellent educational facilities, and traditional southern hospitality. Practice Highlights:

• Opportunity to join an established Interventional Cardiologist and 6 NP’s
• Some General Cardiology call required, but is shared with 8 other Cardiologists
• Clinic hours are Monday–Thursday 8am – 5pm

• Clinic is located within the Doctor’s building attached to the Medical Center for easy access to Cath Lab, ICU, etc.

• State-of-the-art Cath Lab with 3 reading rooms

• Robust Cardiac rehab program with pulmonary function component

• 56 total ICU beds with a 14-bed CVICU/progressive care unit

Benefits:

• Highly competitive compensation package with productivity bonus

• Paid interviewing expenses
• $100,000 Signing bonus package
• Paid malpractice and tail coverage
• PSLF eligible employer

• CME and licensure fee allowance
• Visa Candidates welcome to apply

About the hospital: One of the largest not-for-profit tertiary referral centers in Alabama serving over 600,000 within a 75-mile radius

• 22 OR suites with 2 Endovascular suites and open heart suites
• Level 2 trauma center with EM residency trained physicians
• 1 of only 3 comprehensive stroke centers in Alabama with a dedicated lab for Cerebrovascular procedures
• 32-bed medical ICU
• Robust IM Hospitalist program provides ED unassigned coverage, care for transfers, and inpatient consults
• The region’s only facility offering TAVR, EP Cardiology, and Watchman procedures

ACGME Internal Medicine Residency program as well as Transitional Year program About the community:

• Ranked #1 small city for doctors by AdvisorSmith
• One of the Top 10 fastest growing cities in Alabama
• Less than 100 miles to the Emerald Coast beaches of Florida
• Average annual temperature is 66 degrees F
• Cost of living index is 92.8 vs national average of 100
• Over 20 miles of outdoor trails with nearby lakes and rivers
• Hosts a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course with other public and private golf courses and driving ranges nearby
• Ranked 10th in the country for the number of restaurants per square capita
• Recognized as a “Playful City” with 19 parks, 6 public swimming pools, a water park, and 47 tennis courts including a 20-court complex built to professional standards
• Medical hub of the Southeast, providing a plethora of specialty medical care options at 2 local hospitals and numerous private clinics

This academic center is seeking an ACGME trained electrophysiologist to join our cardiology division and medical team. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of electrical disorders, and experience to perform a variety of procedures, including catheter ablation for supraventricular and preferable ventricular arrhythmias, device implantation including pacemakers, defibrillators, lead extractions, and left atrial appendage closure devices Requirements: 1. Medical degree from an accredited medical school 2. Completion of fellowship training in Clinical cardiac electro physiology 3. Board eligible/certified in electrophysiology 4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams 5. Willingness to train and supervise residents and fellows in training 6. Level of appointment is open and will commensurate with training, experience, and scholarly productivity. Community Information: The area has a certain magic that keeps you on your toes. Where a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions become one voice to lead all of life’s celebrations. Join the jubilee and welcome every day with an enduring passion and a little soulful hospitality, because life is the ultimate gift. This is the spirit of living. This is what we’re born to do. Funky, feisty, and festive. Historic, hip, and happening. Or colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant history with lots of stories to tell and longstanding traditions celebrated on a regular basis. The city has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you’ll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States. This area is a growing family friendly community with a vibrant downtown. The coastal city offers a temperate climate. The area boosts many cultural and outdoor activities with proximity to rivers and sandy beaches.

Job Description

This hospital is looking to add a board-certified/board-eligible fellowship trained Endocrinologist to one of our busy outpatient primary care practices. This would be a hospital-employed practice opportunity with the Medical Group, which houses the region’s largest network of primary and specialty care clinics. As an incredible community need for Endocrinology in our service area, patient volume and consistency are guaranteed. The community offers a short 90-minute drive to the Emerald Coast beaches of Florida, a low cost of living, excellent educational facilities, and traditional southern hospitality. It can support Visa Candidates Practice Highlights:

• Clinic hours are M-F 7am – 4:30pm

• Outpatient only – no inpatient or call responsibilities
• Practice at one location
• Clinic space is shared with 4 other primary care physicians and 3 NP’s
• Lab and radiology services provided in-house
• Dedicated Endocrinology RN will be made available

• Opportunity to precept DO medical school students

  Benefits:

• Paid interviewing expenses
• Student loan repayment option
• $100,000 Signing bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid malpractice and tail coverage
• PSLF eligible employer

  About the hospital: One of the largest not-for-profit tertiary referral centers in Alabama serving over 600,000 within a 75-mile radius  22 OR suites with 2 Endovascular suites and open heart suites  Level 2 trauma center with EM residency trained physicians  1 of only 3 comprehensive stroke centers in Alabama with a dedicated lab for Cerebrovascular procedures  32-bed medical ICU  Robust IM Hospitalist program provides ED unassigned coverage, care for transfers, and inpatient consults  The region’s only facility offering TAVR, EP Cardiology, and Watchman procedures ACGME Internal Medicine Residency program as well as Transitional Year program   About the community:  Ranked #1 small city for doctors by AdvisorSmith  One of the Top 10 fastest growing cities in Alabama  Less than 100 miles to the Emerald Coast beaches of Florida  Average annual temperature is 66 degrees F  Cost of living index is 92.8 vs national average of 100  Over 20 miles of outdoor trails with nearby lakes and rivers  Hosts a Robert Trent Jones Golf Course with other public and private golf courses and driving ranges nearby  Ranked 10th in the country for the number of restaurants per square capita  Recognized as a “Playful City” with 19 parks, 6 public swimming pools, a water park, and 47 tennis courts including a 20-court complex built to professional standards  Medical hub of the Southeast, providing a plethora of specialty medical care options at 2 local hospitals and numerous private clinics

Various shifts available (Full-Time and PRN) This prestigious medial school is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. The hospital system is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who on the Gulf Coast and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region’s most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

• Total compensation package up to $245,000 depending on experience
• 22 shifts per month
• Great benefits
• $20,000 commitment loan with forgiveness
• Opportunity for extra shift pay
• CME allowance
• Beautiful beaches and more

Community Information: The area has a certain magic that keeps you on your toes. Where a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions become one voice to lead all of life’s celebrations. Join the jubilee and welcome every day with an enduring passion and a little soulful hospitality, because life is the ultimate gift. This is the spirit of living. This is what we’re born to do. Funky, feisty, and festive. Historic, hip, and happening. Or colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant 300-year history with lots of stories to tell and longstanding traditions celebrated on a regular basis. The city has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you’ll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States. This area is a growing family friendly community with a vibrant downtown. The coastal city offers a temperate climate. The area boasts many cultural and outdoor activities with proximity to rivers and beautiful, sandy beaches. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama, completion of an accredited course in anesthesia training, licensure with the State of Alabama as a Registered Nurse and certification with the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists.

This Health System is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of the Gulf Coast. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region’s most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at this prestigious medical school is seeking a fellowship trained, BE/BC orthopaedic spine surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal diseases and conditions, to join the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. The University maintains a Level I Trauma Center with over 2,000 trauma admissions per year, and the region’s largest trauma center. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in academic surgery in the areas of patient care, resident and student education. and trauma-related clinical and translational research. For applicants interested in physician leadership opportunities. we will support an opportunity to receive an MBA for Healthcare Professionals. Community Information: The area has a certain magic that keeps you on your toes. Where a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions become one voice to lead all of life’s celebrations. Join the jubilee and welcome every day with an enduring passion and a little soulful hospitality, because life is the ultimate gift. This is the spirit of living. This is what we’re born to do. Funky, feisty, and festive. Historic, hip, and happening. Or colorful, cool and cultured. You can call this coastal town a lot of things when you have a vibrant 300-year history with lots of stories to tell and longstanding traditions celebrated on a regular basis. The city has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and you’ll find an authentic experience like nowhere else in the southern United States. This area is a growing family friendly community with a vibrant downtown. The coastal city offers a temperate climate. The area boasts many cultural and outdoor activities with proximity to rivers and beautiful, sandy beaches.