Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center

If you have ever wondered where "way down upon the Suwannee River" is, you will find it right here in north central Florida, a spring-fed oasis of unscathed beauty. Sandwiched between the Suwannee and the Santa Fe rivers, this region lays claim to more than 100 springs, unadulterated wilderness, rich recreational possibilities, friendly river towns, old-time festivals, and intriguing historical sites. With its vast expanses of untamed woodlands, miles of meandering streams, crystalline springs, and abundant wildlife, north Florida offers nearly limitless options for exploration and recreation.