Medina underwent testing and was discharged from Palm Bay Hospital Monday morning
BREVARD COUNTY • PALM BAY, FLORIDA – Palm Bay Mayor Rob Medina, 62, was hospitalized after suffering a medical episode early Sunday morning. He was taken to Health First’s Palm Bay Hospital, underwent testing, and was discharged Monday morning.
“I received outstanding medical care and professionals and treatment at Palm Bay Hospital,” said Medina. “I am proud f their service to our community.”
In addition. to his public service as Palm Bay mayor, Medina also represents U.S. Congressman Bill Posey as his Community and Military Relations Director.
“I appreciate all the prayers, calls, texts and well wishes,” said Medina.
“I was admitted to Palm Bay hospital for some tests as a follow up precaution. I requested to go to hospital early this morning after waking up and not feeling well. I am thankful to report that I have been and continue to be fully alert and conscious during this physical ordeal. I want to thank all involved for the outstanding professional attention. My wife Lisette, family and I are extremely blessed to share all tests performed thus far have been negative.
“I am looking forward to continuing the great work we have to accomplish for the City of Palm Bay. OOH RAAH!” said Medina. “Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers,” said Medina.
Medina has been a resident of Palm Bay for 32 years. Originally from New York, New York, Mayor Medina chose to settle in Palm Bay after proudly serving with the United States Marine Corps.
Medina holds a Master of Arts Degree in Theology, graduating magna cum laude from Life Christian University. He serves as the Director of Ministry at the House Family Ministries Church in Palm Bay. He is a father of six children and the grandfather of ten. As a Palm Bay resident, Medina has long been an active supporter of the community serving as a youth mentor, as well as a football and baseball coach.
In addition to his roles with the City of Palm Bay and the House Family Ministries, Medina serves as the Director of Community and Military Relations for Congressman Bill Posey and played an integral role in obtaining official recognitions and awards such as the Congressional Gold Medal (U.S. Army’s 65th Infantry Regiment), the Bronze Star Medal, and the Purple Heart Medal for local veterans who displayed notable heroic or meritorious achievement of service during their time in the Armed Forces.
In 2019, Medina was honored with his second Congressional Medal of Recognition for his longstanding service to the veteran community.
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