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Sleeping issues linked to long-haul COVID-19

HOUSTON (June 11, 2022)

Medical research points to sleeping issues as one of the long term effects of COVID-19. A doctor explains why.

Can’t sleep? Houston doctors offer tips for getting a healthy dose of shut eye

HOUSTON (May 25, 2022)

When it comes to staying healthy, those hours spent with eyes shut are just as important as our time awake, says Dr. Ruckshanda Majid, co-medical director of the Memorial Hermann Sleep Center.

National Stroke Awareness Month: Local woman’s rehabilitation journey

HOUSTON (May 16, 2022)

Every year, more than 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke. The journey to recovery doesn’t end when a stroke has been treated. Agnes Deguzman suffered from a stroke back in December 2021.

National Women’s Health Week: Importance of breast cancer screenings

HOUSTON (May 11, 2022)

Dr. Michelle Agrons, a board-certified breast radiologist with Memorial Hermann, discusses mammograms and who should be getting one yearly and how early detection can help save lives.

New mom shares story of how Houston doctor saved her baby's life

HOUSTON (May 9, 2022)

Anne Briggs-Cheng didn't think she could get pregnant, but when she finally did, the baby got sick. Several doctors told her the baby wouldn't survive. But, not this Houston doctor.

Pelvic Floor Health: Why you shouldn’t ignore it and treatment options that can help

HOUSTON (May 9, 2022)

Dr. Solafa Elshatanoufy, a urogynecologist with UTHealth Houston & Memorial Hermann, along with Preena Nair, a pelvic floor physical therapist with Memorial Hermann – discuss why pelvic floor conditions shouldn’t be ignored or just considered “normal” for women.

Understanding the symptoms and warning signs of strokes

HOUSTON (May 6, 2022)

May is Stroke Awareness Month. From warning signs to risk factors - Dr. Sunil Sheth, a UTHealth neurologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Associates, discusses what to look out for to help prevent and treat strokes.

For your health: Epilepsy treatment and preventing seizures

HOUSTON (April 21, 2022)

Dr. Nitin Tandon, a UTHealth Houston Neurosciences affiliated with Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Institute, along with his patient - Chasity Roberts, talk about surgical options to treat epilepsy and how he was able to help Chasity become seizure-free.

How weight loss surgery saved one man's life

HOUSTON (April 19, 2022)

Dr. Brad Snyder, a bariatric surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann and UTHealth, along with his patient Corelle Chester share his weight loss journey and how this program helped him get his life back on track.

Struggling with sleep? When is it time to see your doctor?

HOUSTON (March 25, 2022)

Sleepiness is related to several health problems, including depression, anxiety, decreased cognitive function and memory, and it can lead to chronic conditions like obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. Sleep deprivation also slows your reaction time, which could negatively af...

Laying Down the Hard Facts about Sleep Health

HOUSTON (March 23, 2022)

March is National Sleep Awareness Month which is a great time to make sleep a priority for optimal health. Fifty to 70 million adults in the U.S. are affected by a sleep disorder (ASA, 2021). Poor sleep, whether occasional or frequent, can lower a person’s quality of life and can have detrimental...

For your health: Colon cancer awareness | Houston Life

HOUSTON (March 15, 2022)

Learn how you can stay on track with your health. Doctors are beginning to see younger patients diagnosed with colon cancer, but the good news is - this disease is treatable, especially if it's caught early. Dr. Harith Mushtaq, a UTHealth colon and Rectal surgeon aff...

Cowboy, country music singer Josh Ward grateful to be alive after rodeo injury

HOUSTON (March 2, 2022)

Dr. Paul Evans, a trauma and critical care surgeon with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, talks about country singer, Josh Ward. He performed emergency surgery on Ward when he suffered a life-threatening injury after falling off his horse. 

‘I wouldn’t trade it for the world’: Rodeo barrel racer relieves pain without hip replacement

HOUSTON (March 1, 2022)

A barrel racer who is a patient of Dr. Alfred Mansour, UTHealth orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann underwent a hip preservation procedure that allowed her to avoid hip replacement surgery at a young age.

Why pregnant people were left behind while vaccines moved at ‘warp speed’ to help the masses

HOUSTON (February 26, 2022)

Dr. Kelli Burroughs, Department Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal Director for Perinatal Quality and Safety at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, talks about pregnancy and the COVID-19 vaccine.

Houston rapper's heart transplant at 28 years old inspires song

HOUSTON (February 23, 2022)

Dr. Sriram Nathan, cardiologist with the heart failure team at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and the Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute, spoke about a heart transplant patient who is a hip hop artist. For American Heart Month, the patient wrote a song about his new hea...

Texas teen survives cardiac arrest with quick-thinking rodeo attendees

HOUSTON (February 22, 2022)

The Houston Chronicle featured Dugan Chandler, a patient of Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital who went into sudden cardiac arrest after participating in a rodeo event. Christine Meliones, Pediatric & Family Nurse Practitioner with UTHealth Houston commented on Dugan’s story. ...

Complex Neonatal Heart Program

HOUSTON (February 21, 2022)

Dr. Damien LaPar, pediatric and congenital heart surgeon at UTHealth Houston and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, shares with KPRC2 / Click2Houston how he can help newborns with complex heart conditions live their best possible life

Congenital Heart Defects Q&A

HOUSTON (February 17, 2022)

In this Houston Chronicle article, you will find answers to the most common questions about congenital heart defects, including diagnosis and treatment and how parents can best support a child living with a congenital heart defect.

Fighting Children’s Heart Disease

HOUSTON (February 16, 2022)

Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Avichal Aggarwal and pediatric and congenital heart surgeon Dr. Jorge Salazar at UTHealth Houston and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital discuss fighting heart disease in children and the latest advancements in treatment on ABC13.

After KHOU 11 story, Memorial Park runner reunites with good Samaritans who saved his life after heart attack

HOUSTON (February 16, 2022)

After the story aired, the heroes who saved the patient who collapsed in Memorial Park came forward and all were reunited.

Memorial Hermann, Blue Cross Blue Shield near deadlock that could leave 100K out of network

HOUSTON (February 16, 2022)

Dr. James McCarthy, Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Executive with Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke about the situation with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.

A post-pandemic future: 6 hospital leaders envision how their roles may change

HOUSTON (February 16, 2022)

Erin Asprec, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for the Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke her role moving forward post-pandemic.

Paralyzed athlete from Humble commits to University of Arizona for wheelchair basketball

HOUSTON (February 15, 2022)

Peggy Turner, Athletics Community Liaison and Adapted Sports Coordinator with TIRR Memorial Hermann, along with former TIRR patients, spoke about a high school athlete who received a scholarship to the University of Arizona to play wheelchair basketball.

Family's mystery health problems lead to hidden connection to beloved actor

HOUSTON (February 14, 2022)

Dr. Anthony Estrera, professor and chair of cardiothoracic and vascular surgery with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and medical director of Cardiovascular ICU and Cardiovascular IMU at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, about performing surgery on the teen who found out through ...

Players clash for spot on inaugural U.S. Low-Point Wheelchair Rugby Team training for World Games

HOUSTON (February 13, 2022)

Peggy Turner, Athletics Community Liaison and Adapted Sports Coordinator with TIRR Memorial Hermann, along with former TIRR patients, spoke about tryouts for the USA Low-Point Wheelchair Rugby Team hosted by TIRR Memorial Hermann.

One year later, Texas freeze victims try to move on from four terrifying, traumatic days

HOUSTON (February 11, 2022)

Dr. Samuel Prater, medical director of Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center Emergency Department and associate professor in the Department Of Emergency Medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, spoke about carbon monoxide poisoning, one-year after the winter storm.

Longtime Houston friends ring bell together, marking end of cancer treatment

HOUSTON (February 9, 2022)

Two breast cancer patients at Memorial Hermann Northeast Cancer Center, who worked together and have been friends for years, were diagnosed and went through radiation treatment at the same time, so it was only fitting that they should ring the bell together signaling the end of their treatment. ...

Runner who collapsed at Memorial Park searching for good Samaritan who saved his life

HOUSTON (February 7, 2022)

Dr. Ben Bobrow, Emergency Medicine with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, spoke about a patient who went into cardiac arrest while exercising in Memorial Park and was saved by a group of people who performed CPR.

If your power goes out, here's how to stay warm and avoid carbon monoxide poisoning

HOUSTON (February 3, 2022)

Dr. Samuel Prater, medical director of Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center Emergency Department and associate professor in the Department Of Emergency Medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, spoke about carbon monoxide poisoning.

This Houston teen has always used crutches. When he starts at A&M, he wants to walk on his own

HOUSTON (February 2, 2022)

Himanshu Prasad, a Houston-area 17-year-old whose cerebral palsy and spastic paraplegia have caused him to use crutches for most of his life. After life-changing surgery with Dr. Manish Shah, UTHealth pediatric neurosurgeon affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, he's getting ...

COVID Help Desk: Will we need a 4th vaccine booster shot?

HOUSTON (January 29, 2022)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, Vice President of Employee Health Medical Operations for Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke with the about whether or not we will need to receive a fourth booster shot.

First aid training, Life Flight key to saving HPD K-9 Nate's life, handler says

HOUSTON (January 28, 2022)

Tom Flanagan, Vice President of Memorial Hermann Life Flight and System Trauma Services, spoke to about the K-9 program and training. 

More Companies Are Wooing Workers by Paying off Their Student Loans

HOUSTON (January 27, 2022)

John Eshleman, Director of Benefits for Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke with Money.com about Memorial Hermann’s student loan repayment program.

Houston doctor helps couple get married at Memorial Hermann during medical emergency

HOUSTON (January 26, 2022)

Dr. Sriram Nathan, cardiologist with the heart failure team at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and affiliated with Memorial Hermann, spoke with about a patient whose implanted defibrillator malfunctioned on his wedding day and caused him to spend the day in the hospital.

Take charge of your health with the help of a primary care physician you can count on

HOUSTON (January 25, 2022)

We all lead busy lives and finding time to see a doctor isn’t always easy. But preventative care is an important part of living a long and healthy life. Dr. Archna Vajpayee, primary care physician with Memorial Hermann Medical Group shares the benefits of having a primary care physician you can c...

Here’s everything you need to know about cardiac rehabilitation

HOUSTON (January 21, 2022)

With heart disease being the leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States, heart issues should never wait. Memorial Hermann doctors Sharon Smalling and Rhonda Leaverton share how cardiac rehabilitations could heal hearts.

Learn about healthy weight loss from Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (January 19, 2022)

A physician at Memorial Hermann provides real advice about healthy weight loss. See how Memorial Hermann offers a supportive program tailored to your individual needs and personal goals.

COVID-19 risks motivating more people to get weight loss surgeries

HOUSTON (January 14, 2022)

Links between COVID and obesity have prompted some people to undergo surgery to lower their risks.

Rethink employee health in 2022 by implementing these 7 tips to improve workplace wellness

HOUSTON (January 10, 2022)

Employees who are mentally and physically well are more productive, less absent from work and feel better about themselves, their jobs and their employers — outcomes that can contribute to the bottom line. Memorial Hermann Medical Group suggests ways employers can help their employees become and ...

Memorial Hermann offers 9 healthy habits for the New Year

HOUSTON (January 6, 2022)

For nearly 2 years, we’ve been masking and quarantining and keeping our distance—all to protect our health and the health of others. Use the new year to restart good habits and offers some important tips for turning your health around in 2022.

'A miracle in motion': After heart transplant, a mom and son (finally) reunite

HOUSTON (January 3, 2022)

A heart attack was the last thing on Victoria Guajardo’s mind when she started experiencing chest pain. At 27, she was just too young.

First Houston-area baby of 2022 was ‘born with a purpose,’ mother says

HOUSTON (January 1, 2022)

Memorial Hermann’s first baby of 2022 was born at 12:36 am on Jan. 1 at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital.

Katy man dies at gym but colleagues bring him back to life from sudden cardiac death

HOUSTON (December 31, 2021)

Dr. Michael Macris, a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, was interviewed by KRIV FOX 26 about patient Alvino Santana. Santana suffered cardiac arrested and was saved by an AED. Dr. Macris performed life-saving heart surgery.

‘I was determined to make this happen’: Houston couple marries inside Memorial Hermann emergency room

HOUSTON (December 31, 2021)

Dr. Sriram Nathan, cardiologist with the heart failure team at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and the Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center was interviewed by KPRC Channel 2 for a story about patient Frank Eakins. His implanted defibrillator malfunctioned on his wedding day. He ended...

Teen who once couldn't walk without crutches hitting huge milestones

HOUSTON (December 27, 2021)

In just four short months, Himanshu Prasad has made great progress. Once not able to easily bend his legs, today he is climbing stairs and he's got even bigger goals. The 17-year-old was born with spastic diplegia, a type of cerebral palsy that causes tightness in the hip and leg muscles. All his...

She may never walk again. But this Texas cheerleader has hope — and grit.

HOUSTON (December 27, 2021)

Dr. Matthew Davis, an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and clinical medical director of spinal cord injury service line at TIRR Memorial Hermann, spoke with the Houston Chronicle about Makayla Noble, a high school cheerleader who...

9-year-old boy relates to the Grinch after dealing with congenital heart defect

HOUSTON (December 20, 2021)

Kingston Murriel is a 9-year old boy who was born with a heart defect where his heart did not grow properly, causing the right ventricle to do all the work. Most of these children end up needing a heart transplant. Dr. Jorge Salazar, professor of cardiovascular surgery with McGovern Medical Schoo...

Mom beats the odds after receiving life-saving heart transplant in time for Christmas

HOUSTON (December 20, 2021)

Victoria Guajardo, a young mother from the Valley, got a new heart for Christmas that allowed her to spend the holiday with her 9-year old son.

Harris County unveils its first fully-inclusive park for all visitors of abilities

HOUSTON (December 15, 2021)

Peggy Turner, Athletics Community Liaison and Adapted Sports Coordinator with TIRR Memorial Hermann, along with Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia, spoke with KUHF Radio about the new James Driver Park, a new inclusive park in NE Houston.

Houston Matters: COVID-19 Update

HOUSTON (December 14, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson gives an update on COVID-19 at Memorial Hermann.

Dyspepsia and IBS: Symptoms, causes and treatment options

HOUSTON (December 9, 2021)

If you’re experiencing symptoms like nausea, bloating or heart burn, it may prevent you from doing everyday things you love. That was the case for 21-year-old Danni Hertel. Watch the full clip above to learn more about her health journey to recovery after being diagnosed with functional dyspepsia...

How you can find relief from back and neck pain

HOUSTON (December 8, 2021)

UTHealth Spine and Orthopedic trauma surgeon with Memorial Hermann, Dr. Mark Prasarn, explains the treatment options that can help patients find back pain relief.

A rare diagnosis. A stent lost in the mail. A fairy-tale ending.

HOUSTON (December 7, 2021)

Anne Accardo’s doctor, Gustavo Oderich, describes it as a Cinderella story. Like a glass slipper that could only fit one foot, Oderich — a vascular surgeon McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, UT Physicians and Memorial Hermann — designed a stent specifically for Accardo.

Hip Replacement: A Seamless Procedure to Overcome Pain and Immobility

HOUSTON (December 2, 2021)

Dr. David Rodriguez, an orthopedic surgeon who performs hip arthroplasty at Memorial Hermann, discusses who is a candidate for total hip replacement surgery, how it can significantly improve quality of life and how minimally invasive techniques can greatly benefit patients.

Meet Pilot, the second dog chosen to help care for kids at Children’s Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (November 25, 2021)

Pilot, the new Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital facility dog, was featured in the Houston Chronicle.

Husband gave wife life-saving CPR after she went into cardiac arrest

HOUSTON (November 23, 2021)

Husband gave wife life-saving CPR after she went into cardiac arrest.

Here’s to Healthier Holidays

HOUSTON (November 13, 2021)

No matter what your health regimen consists of, the holidays have a way of wreaking havoc on healthy habits. Add to that the stress of getting everything done, out-of-town guests and unusual routines, and you have a recipe for illness. By taking a proactive approach, we can overcome these obstacl...

Opinion: Parents, don’t be embarrassed to ask your pediatrician questions about the COVID vaccine

HOUSTON (November 5, 2021)

Dr. Misti Ellsworth, an assistant professor of pediatrics at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and director of Pediatric Infection Prevention at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, wrote an Op-ed in the Houston Chronicle about how parents should not be afraid to ask their pediatricians ...

The other pandemic threatening lives and livelihoods

HOUSTON (November 3, 2021)

Most recent discussions about public health center around the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, another pandemic is also threatening lives and livelihoods—the pandemic of type 2 diabetes.

Houston kids line up for first chance at COVID vaccine, as families look to more freedom this winter

HOUSTON (November 3, 2021)

Charlotte, who had just received the shot, explained to her identical twin, Claire, that the shot feels like “a pinch.” They gazed at each other when Memorial Hermann Hospital nurses delivered the split-second injection. A small crowd of parents and kids cheered.

'I was freaked out inside': Security officer helps deliver baby on sidewalk outside Sugar Land hospital

SUGAR LAND, TX (October 28, 2021)

Sandra Cartagena, a security guard at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, spoke with KHOU Channel 11 about about how she helped deliver a baby outside the hospital.

Women's Health Services at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (October 27, 2021)

Dr. Ha Nguyen and Dr. Victoria Regan with Memorial Hermann discuss the OBGYN and holistic women's services available at Memorial Hermann.

After breast cancer and lymphedema, a new life blooms

HOUSTON (October 25, 2021)

Dawn McDonald, OTR, CLST, Lead Pediatric Therapist, OT III, TIRR Memorial Hermann – The Woodlands, spoke with the Houston Chronicle about how she developed lymphedema after a double mastectomy and now helps women at TIRR with the same condition get back to their lives.

Memorial Hermann to invest $10 million to address long-term health needs in Alief, Acres Homes

HOUSTON (October 21, 2021)

Dr. David Callender and Carol Paret, Senior Vice President and Chief Community Health Officer with Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke with the Houston Chronicle for a story about Memorial Hermann becoming an anchor institution and expanding its commitment and efforts to support some of the are...

Scientists search for cause of mysterious COVID-related inflammation in children

HOUSTON (October 20, 2021)

Dr. Michael Chang, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Director of Pediatric Antimicrobial Stewardship for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, spoke with a national reporter about the alarming rise in MIS-C cases among children.

Kids’ sports injuries 101

HOUSTON (October 19, 2021)

With kids back in school and fall sports in full swing, this is the time that sports injuries are more likely to occur. Dr. Jessica Traver, pediatric orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician with Children’s Memorial Hermann and UTHealth Houston, discusses her team’s approach t...

Breast cancer diagnosis happening in more minority and younger women, study shows

HOUSTON (October 19, 2021)

Dr. Jessica Jones, UTHealth breast oncologist with Memorial Hermann Cancer Center, discussed the increasing prevalence of cancers in patients under the age of 40.

More Americans are getting COVID vaccine boosters than first doses in rush for third shots

HOUSTON (October 18, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, Vice President of Employee Health Medical Operations for Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke with CNBC about booster shots.

How to Use Heart Rate Training in Your Workouts

HOUSTON (October 15, 2021)

Kimberly Gandler, human performance manager with Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute, spoke with Trail Runner, a national running publication, about how to incorporate heart rate training into workouts, especially as it pertains to pregnant women.

Houston Astros players back local boy with complicated brain tumor

HOUSTON (October 13, 2021)

Dr. Nitin Tandon, with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about how the Houston Astros supported one of his patients who had a brain tumor.

Memorial Hermann encourages women to get breast cancer screenings amid COVID-19 concerns

HOUSTON (October 8, 2021)

Dr. Arlene Ricardo, breast cancer specialist affiliated with Memorial Hermann, spoke with the Houston Chronicle about the importance of breast cancer screenings.

Once 'split in half,' Hollywood stuntman back to being dragged by horses, thanks to Houston surgeon

HOUSTON (October 5, 2021)

The Houston Chronicle profiled Tommy Goodwin, a Hollywood stuntman who is back to working in movies thanks to a surgery, performed by Dr. Milton “Chipp” Routt, a UTHealth orthopedic trauma surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, to repair Goodwin’s fractur...

Bodybuilder starts non-profit to help brain injury patients

HOUSTON (October 1, 2021)

Eugene Bramble, fitness specialist with TIRR Memorial Hermann – Kirby Glen was part of a feature story about Kel Matabah on KTRK Channel 13. Matabah, a TIRR Memorial Hermann patient, suffered a traumatic brain injury and started a foundation to help others who are also recovering from TBIs.

Houston artist Donkeeboy and his mom turn a park into works of teachable art

HOUSTON (September 6, 2021)

Jorge Sanchez, program manager for Memorial Hermann Community Benefits Corporation, spoke with the Houston Chronicle for a story about how a local muralist is helping with Memorial Hermann’s efforts to beautify Clark Park in north Houston.

COVID put this unvaccinated mom in a 3-month coma. This is her message on the vaccine

HOUSTON (August 27, 2021)

Michelle Tate, a 40-year old woman who spent three months in a coma at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center after contracting COVID-19, was interviewed by ABC News about her story of survival.

Houston-Area Healthcare Workers Fatigued As COVID-19 Surge Rages On

HOUSTON (August 25, 2021)

Brent Peery, Vice President of Chaplaincy Services for Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke with KUHF Radio about how our chaplains are helping our frontline workers deal with the stress of this latest COVID-19 surge.

How one Houston doctor provides hope for families across the nation

HOUSTON (August 24, 2021)

Dr. David Sandberg, UTHealth pediatric neurosurgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Institute, was profiled by the Houston Chronicle for the amazing work he is doing helping children nationally.

A Houston rapper's failing heart gave him 1 week to live. Thanks to a transplant, the beat goes on.

HOUSTON (August 22, 2021)

Dr. Sriram Nathan, Program Director of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplantation Cardiology Fellowship at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and Director of Cardiogenic Shock at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, spoke to the Houston Chronicle about a local rapper who was living and perfor...

Houston Matters

HOUSTON (August 17, 2021)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, gives an update on the current COVID-19 situation.

Houston woman to play basketball for Team USA at Tokyo Paralympics

HOUSTON (August 12, 2021)

Peggy Turner, Athletics Community Liaison and Adapted Sports Coordinator with TIRR Memorial Hermann, was interviewed by KHOU Channel 11 for a story about Kaitlyn Eaton, a basketball player who will represent the USA in the Paralympic Games later this month in Tokyo. Kaitlyn got her start in the ...

Houston ICU nurse: 'We have felt anger, fear, trauma and despair' since fourth COVID wave began

HOUSTON (August 8, 2021)

Jennifer Steenburg, ICU Nursing Director at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, wrote an op-Ed for the about what it’s like caring for patients in the middle of a fourth wave of COVID-19.

How to talk to your loved ones about getting the COVID-19 vaccine

HOUSTON (August 8, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, Vice President of Employee Health Medical Operations for Memorial Hermann Health System, spoke about how to speak to your loved ones about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Back to school and COVID: You asked and we have answers

HOUSTON (August 8, 2021)

It’s hard to believe it’s already back to school time in Texas. Many school districts in our area are set to return to class this week. But things are changing, as Covid-19 cases continue to rise and appear to be impacting more children.

How a Houston bodybuilder overcame a traumatic brain injury to compete in the sport he loves

HOUSTON (August 3, 2021)

Eugene Bramble, B.S., NASM, PN1, SFS, Fitness Specialist III, Strength Unlimited, TIRR Memorial Hermann/Kirby Glen, talks about Kel Matabah, a young man who suffered a traumatic brain injury and is now thriving as a bodybuilder.

'Now they want the vaccine': Houston ER docs speak from front line of latest COVID surge

HOUSTON (July 26, 2021)

Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at UTHealth and affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, spoke with the Houston Chronicle about how the emergency department is faring during this latest COVID-19 surge.

Rising COVID-19 cases across the Houston area

HOUSTON (July 24, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy, Chief Physician Executive, Memorial Hermann Health System, gives an update on hospitalizations, Guillen-Barre Syndrome, vaccines and the Delta variant.

Younger people now make up more hospitalizations in Houston, doctors say

HOUSTON (July 22, 2021)

According to Memorial Hermann Hospital, 99% of people hospitalized with the virus are not vaccinated, but what they're seeing now is that the people hospitalized are younger than before.

Fourth COVID wave on the horizon, could overwhelm emergency rooms, Houston medical leaders warn

HOUSTON (July 21, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, Vice President of Employee Health Medical Operations for Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about the rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations throughout the Memorial Hermann Health System.

How the physical, mental stress of preparing for a delayed Olympics hits U.S. athletes

HOUSTON (July 21, 2021)

Sean Harris, a sports physical therapist and clinical researcher with Memorial Hermann’s Ironman Sports Medicine Institute, talks about how the physical, mental stress of preparing for a delayed Olympics hits U.S. athletes.

‘It was pretty intense:’ Cypress woman films moment lightning bolt comes shooting towards her during last week’s storms

CYPRESS, TX (July 20, 2021)

Dr. Shabana Walia, Assistant Professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in the Department of Emergency Medicine and affiliated with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, spoke with KPRC Channel 2 about injuries that occur from lightning strikes.

Getting your kids vaccinated before the school year

HOUSTON (July 17, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, Vice President of Employee Health Medical Operations for Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about getting your kids vaccinated before the start of the school year.

Memorial Hermann reports 50% increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in past week

HOUSTON (July 13, 2021)

Dr. David Callender, President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about the rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations.

'Ready to do this': The Woodlands' Victoria Stambaugh overcomes setbacks to reach Olympics

HOUSTON (July 9, 2021)

Dr. Walt Lowe, director of the Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Institute, talks U.S. Olympic athlete, Victoria Stambaugh, who will represent the U.S. in Taekwondo.

Cyclist injured in accident received life-saving miracle thanks to doctor

HOUSTON (July 2, 2021)

Dr. George Al-Shamy, a neurosurgeon with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, reunites with a patient who had a traumatic brain injury after a bike accident.

Houston Business Journal reveals honorees for 2021 Most Admired CEO Awards

HOUSTON (June 29, 2021)

Dr. David Callender is honored in Houston Business Journal's fourth-annual Most Admired CEO Awards.

Memorial Hermann says it's treating about 100 COVID-19 patients

HOUSTON (June 28, 2021)

Dr. David Callender, President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about the drop in COVID-19 cases.

FDA to add warning to Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines

HOUSTON (June 24, 2021)

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said that it will add a warning to the Pfizer and Moderna coronavirus vaccines about mild, rare cases of heart inflammation seen in some teens and young adults following vaccination

CDC: Cases of heart inflammation in young adults from vaccine are very mild

HOUSTON (June 23, 2021)

Dr. Avichal Aggarwal, pediatric cardiologist with UT Physicians and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about the link between COVID-19 and myocarditis in teens.

Benefits, building expansions, virtual care dominate Houston top hospitals' post-pandemic plans

HOUSTON (June 19, 2021)

Dr. David Callender, President & CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about different aspects of the pandemic and beyond.

Dad home for Father's Day after spending 6 months in hospital with COVID-19 complications

HOUSTON (June 19, 2021)

Dr. Soma Jyothula, medical director of the lung transplant program at Memorial Hermann and associate professor of medicine at the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, talks about a 32-year old man who underwent a double lung transplant after his lungs were destroyed by COVID-19.

Here's how pregnant and breast feeding mothers should prepare for hurricane season

HOUSTON (June 17, 2021)

Dr. Sidra Yunas, OB/GYN with Memorial Hermann Medical Group, talks about how new expectant mothers can prepare for hurricane season.

Good Samaritans save child left inside hot car for 20 minutes in Houston

HOUSTON (June 10, 2021)

Dr. Benedict Ifedi, a family medicine physician with Memorial Hermann Medical Group Katy Primary Care & Sports Medicine, talks about what can happen to a child if they are left in hot car.

Many Faces of the Hidden Souls: Medical and Neurological Complications and Comorbidities in Disorders of Consciousness

HOUSTON (May 21, 2021)

This is the first large retrospective cohort study on the primary medical and neurological complications and comorbidities in persons with DoC. A total of 146 patients admitted to a specialized inpatient DoC rehabilitation program from 1 January 2014 to 31 October 2018 were included.

Houston Kids Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine

HOUSTON (May 12, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy and 15-year old daughter, Kathryn, talk about getting vaccinated.

Houston school plans vaccination event for students 12 and up

HOUSTON (May 11, 2021)

Dr. Victoria Regan, VP, Women's and Children's Services, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about vaccinating kids 12 years of age and older.

Houston providers preparing to vaccinate kids 12 and older

HOUSTON (May 10, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy talk about vaccinating kids 12 years of age and older.

Houston nurse gets sense of relief after looking back at pandemic vlogs

HOUSTON (May 7, 2021)

Stephanice Stephen, critical care nurse manager at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected her.

Houston's faith organizations band together to battle vaccine hesitancy

HOUSTON (May 6, 2021)

Carol Paret, senior vice president and chief community health officer with Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about how Memorial Hermann is partnering with churches to vaccinate underserved Houstonians.

A Salute to Texas Heroes

HOUSTON (May 6, 2021)

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital nurse, Jennifer Steenberg, talks about her life during COVID-19.

Teens' mental health suffers during pandemic

HOUSTON (May 5, 2021)

Mariam Wahby, Education Specialist, Behavioral Health Services with Memorial Hermann, talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the mental health of kids.

Memorial Hermann CEO: Vaccination ‘transition phase’ shifting focus to smaller, community distribution

HOUSTON (May 2, 2021)

Dr. David Callender talks about Memorial Hermann shifting it's vaccine strategy.

How you can get relief from joint pain

HOUSTON (April 29, 2021)

Did you know, knees are the most common site of pain in adults over age 50? This pain may prevent you from doing everyday things you enjoy.

COVID Help Desk: My family won't get the vaccine. How do I convince them?

HOUSTON (April 29, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, talks about how to talk to family members who are hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Texas enabled the worst carbon monoxide poisoning catastrophe in recent U.S. history

HOUSTON (April 29, 2021)

Dr. Sam Prater, Medical Director/Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center Emergency Department, talks about carbon monoxide poisoning during the Texas winter storm.

After COVID vaccine 'Hunger Games,' providers say Houston demand has crashed

HOUSTON (April 26, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy talks about how the demand for the COVID-19 vaccine is dwindling.

COVID Help Desk: Now that I'm vaccinated, what can I do inside?

HOUSTON (April 22, 2021)

Dr. Annamaria Macaluso Davidson, associate vice president of medical operations for Memorial Hermann Medical Group, talks about what you can do after getting the COVID-19 vaccination.

How health systems are using employee feedback to bounce back from pandemic

HOUSTON (April 19, 2021)

Dr. David Callender, President & CEO of Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about what MH is doing to help employees during the pandemic.

From 983 cases to 3: How COVID killed the flu in Houston

HOUSTON (April 12, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy, Chief Physician Executive with Memorial Hermann Health System, talks about how flu season was non-existent this year.

How Gabby Giffords is using music to rewire her brain after being shot

HOUSTON (April 8, 2021)

Dr. Gerard Francisco, Chief Medical Officer at TIRR Memorial Hermann and Chair of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at UTHealth, talks about music therapy for the brain.

Memorial Hermann's COVID-19 vaccine waitlist process

HOUSTON (March 30, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy talks about the Memorial Hermann vaccine waitlist.

You can still carry COVID-19 after receiving vaccine, Houston top doc says

HOUSTON (March 30, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks about how you can still spread the COVID-19 even after receiving the vaccine.

Houston Matters - March 29, 2021

HOUSTON (March 29, 2021)

Dr. David Callender gives an update on vaccine distribution.

'It's fun to cheat death': This UT freshman had a blood clot the size of an apple in his skull

HOUSTON (March 24, 2021)

Dr. Manish Shah saves the life of a University of Texas at Austin student after discovering a blood clot the size of an apple in his skull.

Dads share experiences as front-line workers 1 year into the pandemic

HOUSTON (March 23, 2021)

Father and son physicians Dr. Paul Torre and Dr. Michael Torre were featured on NBC’s Today Show about working together at Memorial Hermann Southeast during this pandemic.

Mother's instinct saves newborn baby with 'scrambled heart syndrome'

HOUSTON (March 23, 2021)

Dr. Jorge Salazar saves the life of an infant with a scrambled heart.

DeJon Jarreau played through a hip pointer. The injury explained

HOUSTON (March 22, 2021)

UH guard DeJon Jarreau played in Sunday's win over Rutgers after suffering a hip pointer in Friday's game vs. Cleveland State. It's the type of injury that can linger.

For twin born with half of a heart, Houston doctors perform life-saving string of surgeries

HOUSTON (March 22, 2021)

Dr. Donna Goff and Dr. Jorge Salazar talked to the Houston Chronicle about treating a twin born with half of a heart with a string of surgeries.

DeJon Jarreau played through a hip pointer. The injury explained.

HOUSTON (March 22, 2021)

Brian Duncan, director of human performance at Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute, spoke with the Houston Chronicle about hip pointers. The story was a feature on the injury that has affected University of Houston basketball player, DeJon Jarreau.

Doctors urge people to follow COVID safety precautions after returning from Spring Break trips

HOUSTON (March 21, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey advises people on what to do after returning home from Spring Break.

Editorial: COVID doesn't have to be a spring break buzzkill. Burn off steam safely

HOUSTON (March 13, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy urges residents to be safe on Spring Break.

A church and hospital race to grant COVID patient's dying wish: Baptism and 'eternity' with his wife

SUGAR LAND, TEXAS (March 10, 2021)

The staff at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital help grant a final wish for a man dying of COVID-19.

Galveston braces for Spring Break crowds after COVID-19 safety restrictions drop

HOUSTON (March 9, 2021)

Dr. David Callender urges residents to be safe on Spring Break.

Texas can cut its own coverage solution path

HOUSTON (March 5, 2021)

Dr. David Callender wrote an op-ed about Medicaid expansion.

From case No. 1 to case No. 539,861, here's how COVID has changed Houston

HOUSTON (March 4, 2021)

Dr. David Callender talks about what is has been like battling COVID-19 on the one-year anniversary of the dreaded virus.

ICU healthcare workers reflect on one year anniversary of first Houston-area COVID-19 case

HOUSTON (March 4, 2021)

Stephanice Stephen, nurse manager of critical care at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, and Dr. Luis Chug reflect on COVID-19 one-year later.

Memorial Hermann CEO: Gov. Abbott, please reconsider the re-opening of Texas

HOUSTON (March 3, 2021)

Dr. David Callender urges Governor Greg Abbott to reverse course on the mask mandate and opening up Texas.

'Loss for words' | Health community condemns Gov. Abbott's decision to rescind Texas mask mandate

HOUSTON (March 2, 2021)

Dr. David Callender voices his displeasure with Governor Greg Abbott lifting the mask mandate and opening Texas 100%.

Houston doctor weighs in on the pros and cons of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

HOUSTON (March 2, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks about the benefits of the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Colon Cancer: Signs, symptoms, and treatment options

HOUSTON (March 1, 2021)

National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is every March, giving healthcare providers the opportunity to share valuable, life-saving information with the public regarding the importance of being screened. Colon and rectal surgeon with Memorial Hermann and UTHealth, Dr. Scott McKnight shares ever...

Houston-area hospitals, pharmacies waiting for first delivery of Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine

HOUSTON (February 28, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks about the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Memorial Hermann closes out 2nd round of vaccines with 7,000 distributed among 2 clinics

HOUSTON (February 26, 2021)

Jason Glover, VP of Operations at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, talks about the successful mass vaccination clinic in The Woodlands.

This team puts their whole hearts into caring for those of their patients

HOUSTON (February 25, 2021)

Dr. Jorge Salazar talks about children and heart disease.

Fire departments in Harris County responded to 475 carbon monoxide calls last week

HOUSTON (February 24, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks about the signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Tiger Woods returns to sport after multiple injuries

HOUSTON (February 24, 2021)

Tiger Woods, world-renowned golfer is on the road to recovery after multiple injuries from his traumatic car accident.

Houston Matters - Monday, Feb. 22

HOUSTON (February 22, 2021)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, talks about how the system made it through the storm, vaccinations, and COVID-19 hospitalizations.

Surgical Weight Loss at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (February 22, 2021)

Dr Tanya Kajese, Bariatric Surgeon with Memorial Hermann, discusses bariatric surgery and how it can help you lose the pounds.

'This was an avoidable situation': Houston hospitals juggle weather fallout, canceled vaccinations

HOUSTON (February 18, 2021)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, talks about about the system made it through the winter storm; vaccines

Toll of harsh winter weather comes into focus as reported deaths climb sharply

HOUSTON (February 18, 2021)

Dr. Chris Langan, Regional Chief Medical Officer with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Northeast Hospital talks about hypothermia.

Power Is Still Off for Millions After Winter Storm

HOUSTON (February 17, 2021)

Dr. Salil Bhandari, associate professor of medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and Memorial Hermann emergency medicine physician talks about carbon monoxide poisoning.

Houston Doctor Notes Spike Of Carbon Monoxide Poisonings During Texas Winter Blast

HOUSTON (February 17, 2021)

UTHealth/Memorial Hermann ER physician, Dr. Samuel Prater, talks about carbon monoxide poisoning and other things he saw during the big winter storm.

How treatment options have expanded to care for heart patients in the Greater Houston area

HOUSTON (February 16, 2021)

Dr. Scott Bassett, an interventional cardiologist with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, talks about how treatment options have expanded to care for heart patients in the Houston area.

Houston doctors warn of hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning amid plunging temperatures in Texas

HOUSTON (February 16, 2021)

Dr. Chris Langan, Regional Chief Medical Officer with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Northeast Hospital talks about carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia, etc.

Houston Newsmakers: ReelAbilities goes Virtual

HOUSTON (February 14, 2021)

Rhonda Abbott, Senior Vice President & Chief Executive Officer at TIRR Memorial Hermann, talks about TIRR Memorial Hermann being a founding partner and supporter of the ReelAbilities Festival.

Tips to avoid getting turned away at your vaccine appointment

HOUSTON (February 12, 2021)

You finally get your appointment, but you show up and they turn you away. Here are some things to keep in mind to make sure your shot is secured.

8 things to do (and not do) when receiving the COVID-19 vaccine

HOUSTON (February 11, 2021)

Dr. Deepti Mishra, VP & CMO with Memorial Hermann Medical Group, talks about what to do and what not to do before getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Viruses thrive at colder temperatures, local medical expert says

HOUSTON (February 10, 2021)

Memorial Hermann infectious disease specialist, Dr. Linda Yancey, says the COVID-19 virus loves cold weather.

Visitors welcome! Memorial Hermann will allow visitors as COVID-19 numbers drop

HOUSTON (February 10, 2021)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, talks COVID-19 hospitalizations; vaccinations.

Improve your vascular health with advanced innovation at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (February 3, 2021)

Dr. Gustavo Oderich is a world-renowned authority on vascular and endovascular surgery and one of 10 surgeons in the country to have U.S. FDA-approved access to industry standard and custom-made stents to treat complex aortic aneurysms. He discusses the importance of vascular health and the in...

Survivor of 'widow maker' heart attack shares story

HOUSTON (February 2, 2021)

A young man in Houston wants to share potentially life saving information after he survived a very serious heart condition known as the widow maker.

Can I Learn to Do a Split in One Week?

HOUSTON (January 29, 2021)

A flood of TikTok and YouTube videos promise viewers they can learn to do a split in as little as a day.

CDC supports in-person instruction, according to new research

HOUSTON (January 27, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey weighs in on new CDC guidelines regarding children going back to school.

Black women are disproportionately affected by breast cancer. These Houston-area women lived to tell their story.

HOUSTON (January 27, 2021)

Dr. Jamie Terry, a breast surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann, talks about breast cancer and African American women.

Treat your shoulder injury at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (January 27, 2021)

Dr. Kevin Coupe, an Orthopedic Surgeon with Memorial Hermann discusses treatment options for various shoulder injuries.

Tomball teen makes speedy recovery after brain hemorrhage

TOMBALL, Texas (January 26, 2021)

Doctors say the 18-year-old had a tangle of blood vessels in his head the size of a plum. It caused bleeding in his brain that was the size of an apple.

Flu cases near historic lows during pandemic

HOUSTON (January 24, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks about why we are not seeing many flu cases this season.

Memorial Hermann hopes with countywide effort to vaccinate 50,000 people a day

HOUSTON (January 21, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy talks about what it means for Memorial Hermann to become a vaccination hub.

Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for pregnant women?

HOUSTON (January 19, 2021)

A Memorial Hermann social worker explains why she wanted to get the COVID-19 vaccine while she is pregnant.

How Gabby Giffords Used Music to Regain Her Speech

HOUSTON (January 15, 2021)

How music therapy helped U.S. Representative Gabrielle Giffords find her voice after being shot.

Memorial Hermann executive physician: Vaccinating Houston region 'will take us months'

HOUSTON (January 15, 2021)

Memorial Hermann Chief Physician Executive talks about the NRG drive-thru vaccine event and how long it will take to vaccinate everyone in the Houston area.

8 COVID-19 Vaccine Myths People Need To Stop Believing

NEW YORK CITY (January 14, 2021)

Memorial Hermann infectious disease specialist, Dr. Linda Yancey, debunks myths surrounding the COVID-19 vaccines.

'We are so fortunate' | Polio survivor gets COVID-19 vaccine

HOUSTON (January 14, 2021)

A Kingwood, TX woman who contracted polio as a child before the development of vaccine vowed not to miss out on getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Get a NewStart with Surgical Weight Loss

HOUSTON (January 13, 2021)

Dr. Michael Trahan, UTHealth Bariatric Surgeon with Memorial Hermann, discusses their NewStart program and how it can help you lose the pounds.

Experts fear COVID-19 vaccine supply chain could lead to more delays

HOUSTON (January 13, 2021)

Memorial Hermann Chief Physician Executive, Dr. James McCarthy, talks about vaccine distribution.

Drive-thru COVID-19 vaccinations now underway at NRG — but you must have an appointment

HOUSTON (January 12, 2021)

Memorial Hermann holds drive-thru vaccine event at NRG Park.

CEO: Houston hospitals could be overwhelmed in two weeks at the current COVID hospitalization rate

HOUSTON (January 12, 2021)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, talks about the rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations.

Houston-area school nurse's emotional moment getting vaccine after COVID-19 strikes school

HOUSTON (January 12, 2021)

A Humble ISD nurse says there are many reasons why she wanted to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Local doctor break downs COVID-19 variant first seen in UK, now reported in Harris County

HOUSTON (January 7, 2021)

A new variant from the UK has made its way to Houston. Dr. Linda Yancey breaks down the variant and what it means.

More contagious variant of COVID-19 first seen in UK confirmed in Harris County; first case in Texas

HOUSTON (January 7, 2021)

While the variant spreads more easily, researchers say its symptoms are not more severe than the previous versions of the virus. In addition, the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the Houston area.

Houston-area health care workers begin getting second COVID-19 vaccine shot

HOUSTON (January 5, 2021)

Dr. Linda Yancey talks to KHOU about receiving her second dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

Hospital worker stresses importance of vaccine after 92-year-old grandfather dies from coronavirus

HOUSTON (January 5, 2021)

A Memorial Hermann employee talks about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in honor of her grandfather who lost his battle to the virus last summer.

COVID-19 cases on the rise in Houston area; Vaccines rollout

HOUSTON (January 4, 2021)

Dr. James McCarthy gives an update on the number of COVID-19 cases on the rise as well as how the vaccine rollout process is working.

Houston nurse donates kidney to her best friend's husband

HOUSTON (January 2, 2021)

Giving someone a second chance at life is one of the nicest things anyone can do for another. A nurse at Memorial Herman selflessly gave her kidney to save her colleague's husband.

One of 2021's first babies arrives in Houston right after midnight

HOUSTON (January 1, 2021)

The first baby of 2021 was born at Memorial Hermann-Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center.

Life Flight launches emergency helicopter service for injured police dogs

HOUSTON (December 29, 2020)

The new program, “K9 Casualty Care Course and Transportation Service,” is the nation’s first nongovernment agency program to provide treatment and transportation for injured K-9 officers, according to the Texas Operational Canine Committee.

How you can get relief from joint pain

HOUSTON (December 10, 2020)

When you’re living with joint pain, simple activities become difficult or even impossible to accomplish. Luckily experts with Memorial Hermann Joint Centers are always on hand and ready to help relieve your pain.

Heart screens recommended for children after they get COVID-19

HOUSTON (December 9, 2020)

If your child has had COVID-19, doctors at Memorial Hermann said you should get their heart checked before letting them get back into physical activity.

How this hospital CEO is planning to vaccinate staff as Covid surges throughout U.S.

HOUSTON (December 7, 2020)

Dr. David Callender, CEO of Memorial Hermann, joins CNBC’s Kelly Evans to discuss how he is planning to vaccinate health care workers and how the coronavirus outbreak is faring in his region.

Houston ICU nurse who worked 15-hour days in pandemic rewarded with new car

HOUSTON (December 4, 2020)

A Memorial Hermann nurse care for COVID-19 patients earns her a major prize.

Memorial Hermann prepares for vaccine deployment, surge in hospitalizations

HOUSTON (December 4, 2020)

Memorial Hermann President & CEO, Dr. David Callender, talks about COVID-19 hospitalizations and vaccines.

Preventing injuries for student athletes

HOUSTON (December 1, 2020)

Dr. Randal Camarillo, an orthopedic surgeon with Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute, shares tips to keep student athletes active at home and prevent injuries during the offseason.

Fear of COVID-19 fueling increase in bariatric surgeries

HOUSTON (November 28, 2020)

Bariatric surgery is on the rise in the era of COVID-19.

Houston Woman Says Finding Blood Clot Saved Her Life

HOUSTON (November 25, 2020)

A young woman from Kingwood develops a blood clot in her arm after excessive exercising.

Houston woman to play basketball for Team USA at Tokyo Paralympics

HOUSTON (November 25, 2020)

Kaitlyn Eaton started playing wheelchair basketball at 5 years old. She was born with a condition where part of her spine missing.

Treating aortic aneurysms with custom made stents for patients

HOUSTON (November 24, 2020)

Aneurysms can happen anywhere in the body, but usually occur in your aorta, the main artery that ships blood from your heart to the rest of your body. The stomach is the most common site, where the condition is known as an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).

Opinion: This Thanksgiving, I’ll be thinking of the 100 patients I’ve lost to COVID

HOUSTON (November 21, 2020)

Dr. Linda Yancey reflects back on a tough year of dealing with COVID-19.

Local athlete is set to conquer both Ironman 70.3 and Parkinson's disease

HOUSTON (November 18, 2020)

Adversity hasn't stopped local Houston athlete while battling Parkinson's disease and training for the 70.3 Ironman.

Memorial Hermann reveals new mental health support program for employees

HOUSTON (November 16, 2020)

Memorial Hermann takes steps to help employees mentally deal with the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

15-year-old surpassed $3,000 goal to feed frontline workers, so here's what she did with the leftover money

PEARLAND, Texas (November 6, 2020)

A young woman raises thousands of dollars to feed healthcare workers at Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital.

'A perfect storm': New survey links SW Houston conditions to greater burden of chronic disease

HOUSTON (October 27, 2020)

A survey commissioned by the Memorial Hermann Community Benefits Corporation identifies some of the problems plaguing residents of southwest Houston.

Women's World Cup athlete bounces back

HOUSTON (October 21, 2020)

Women's World Cup athlete bounces back strong after tearing her ACL and navigating catching COVID-19

One Houston surgeon. Three sisters. Five knee replacements.

HOUSTON (September 23, 2020)

The pain was constant for the sisters over the decades — a grinding, bone-on-bone sensation in the knee.

Is it the Flu or COVID-19? Health Officials Warn of Possible “Twindemic”

HOUSTON (September 22, 2020)

Dr. James McCarthy talks about the similarities between the flu and COVID-19.

A 9-year-old girl. A 28-hour drive to Houston. And a mid-pandemic emergency brain surgery

HOUSTON (September 22, 2020)

A young woman from Idaho travels to Memorial Hermann to undergo life-saving brain surgery.

What you need to know about prostate cancer

HOUSTON (September 21, 2020)

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to keep in mind that according to the American Cancer Society, about one out of nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. To stress the importance of screenings and having the right treatment for this disease, urologist...

Double lung transplant, one of the nation’s first, saves Houston-area COVID patient

HOUSTON (September 16, 2020)

UTHealth surgeons were the first in Texas to perform a double lung transplant at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center on a man whose lungs were damaged by COVID-19.

Don't be afraid to schedule joint surgery

HOUSTON (September 10, 2020)

Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital’s dedicated, affiliated surgeons, leadership, physical therapists, nurses and ancillary team help provide an excellent patient experience and necessary patient education as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 landscape.

Father, son ER doctor duo tackles COVID and saves lives together at Houston hospital

HOUSTON (September 7, 2020)

A father and son work in the ER at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital saving lives during the height of the COVID-19 crisis.

Hurricane Katrina anniversary: No matter the storm, or pandemic, health care workers fight as one

HOUSTON (August 18, 2020)

A Memorial Hermann nurse talks about leaving New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. Life Flight's Tom Flanagan talks about how MH played a role in rescuing patients.

Here’s how you can save time and money while gaining direct access to physical therapy

HOUSTON (August 5, 2020)

If you've struggled with pain, whether it's in your neck after sitting at a computer all day or you tweaked your knee while gardening or exercising, we have a pain-free solution for you.

ER doctor who survived COVID-19 reunites with family after 3-month battle

HOUSTON (July 24, 2020)

An ER doctor from Louisiana survives COVID-19 after spending weeks in the hospital and going through rehab at TIRR Memorial Hermann.

'COVID toes,' lung scarring among long-term effects of coronavirus, expert says

HOUSTON (July 20, 2020)

A UTHealth/Memorial Hermann doctor talks about the long-term effects of COVID-19.

Spasticity Management in Persons with Disorders of Consciousness

HOUSTON (July 20, 2020)

Spasticity is one of the most frequent neurological impairments affecting persons with disorders of consciousness (DoC). If left untreated, it can mask signs of consciousness by inhibiting one's ability to interact with the environment. The lack of information about spasticity specific to patient...

Houston's medical experts offer up 15 better ways to spend your time during the pandemic

HOUSTON (July 15, 2020)

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on our minds and bodies. Even if we've managed to stay active, the disruption to our daily routines — coupled with the threat and uncertainties surrounding the virus — has caused us to develop a number of bad habits. How can we better use our t...

'All the hospitals are full': In Houston, overwhelmed ICUs leave COVID-19 patients waiting in ER

HOUSTON (July 10, 2020)

During the height of the COVID-19 surge in July in Houston Dr. James McCarthy talked to NBC News about the situation at Memorial Hermann.

Houston Teen Overcomes 16 Surgeries to Win Prized Baseball Scholarship

HOUSTON (July 7, 2020)

After enduring 16 surgeries, this Dobie High School star athlete, Gabriel Rojas, has emerged strong to recently clinch a prized baseball scholarship at Letourneau University in Longview for Fall 2020. It was a freak accident that could have sent any young boy's life into tailspin, but instead it...

With 'rocky weeks' ahead, Houston hospitals brace for more COVID-19 patients

HOUSTON (July 4, 2020)

A Houston Chronicle reporter spent the day in the COVID ICU at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center to see what it's like to take care of patients during the pandemic.

Why patients are choosing bariatric surgery during COVID-19 times

HOUSTON (June 29, 2020)

If you’re looking for a new start and you need help to lose weight, there are medical procedures available, even amid the coronavirus crisis. Doctor Jason Balette And Dr. Drew Howard, bariatric surgeons with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, and patient Diana Barnett, explained detai...

Treating Arthritis

HOUSTON (June 25, 2020)

Dr. Zayde Radwan, orthopedic surgeon with Memorial Hermann Joint Center, shared treatment options for those suffering with arthritis.

Specialized program at TIRR Memorial Hermann helps COVID-19 patients recover

Houston (June 24, 2020)

Most patients who survive COVID-19 after being treated in ICU, need to undergo rehabilitation to get their mobility back. TIRR Memorial Hermann has created a program specifically designed to help these patients.

"Our rehabilitation programs can mitigate the negative effects of COVID-19."

HOUSTON (June 23, 2020)

Gerard Francisco, MD, is chief medical officer for TIRR Memorial Hermann rehabilitation hospital and chairman and professor in the department of physical medicine and rehabilitation at UTHealth’s McGovern Medical School. He spoke with TMC News on June 3, 2020. From what we heard about COVID...

Houston orthopedic surgeon explains how being the best at one sport can be hurting your child

HOUSTON (June 15, 2020)

While playing sports can be great way to encourage your kids to keep moving, there may be some risks you might not know about. Orthopedic Surgeon of Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute Dr. Bonnie Gregory shares some ways you can prevent common youth sports injuries.

Rehabilitation of critically ill COVID-19 survivors

HOUSTON (June 11, 2020)

Survivors of critical illness from acute respiratory syndrome and the prior SARS epidemic suggest that critically ill COVID-19 survivors may experience a wide range of sequelae, resulting in long-lasting physical, cognitive, and psychological dysfunction. Early rehabilitation can mitigate these c...

Determining the right treatment for Scoliosis

HOUSTON (June 1, 2020)

Scoliosis is an abnormal curve of the spine often diagnosed at early childhood. Dr. Shiraz Younas and Dr. Lindsay Crawford with Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital shared best treatment plans for the condition.

Treating ACL injuries at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (May 27, 2020)

Dr. Joshua Griffin, orthopedic surgeon at Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute, discusses treatment options for ACL injuries.

What Every Parent Needs to Know About COVID-19 and Their Kids

HOUSTON (May 26, 2020)

Life will never be the same for children who grew up in the COVID-19 era — and that’s challenging. But parents can help their children understand and adjust to the new normal. “I encourage families to be creative about what they can do in lieu of prom and birthday or graduation parties and ask fo...

Spotting the Signs of a Stroke

HOUSTON (May 21, 2020)

Dr. Ankit Patel, Stroke Medical Director at Memorial Hermann Katy, discusses signs of a stroke and what you can do to help reduce your risk of having one. For more information on Memorial Hermann and their stroke centers, call 713-704-7100 or visit memorialhermann.org/stroke.

Summer safety tips for kid athletes

HOUSTON (May 19, 2020)

How about less screen time and more play time? How to keep your kids healthy and safe and what to keep an eye on to keep their stress levels low.

High School Principal Who Nearly Lost His Life to COVID-19 Discharged

HOUSTON (May 19, 2020)

Lake Creek High School Principal Phil Eaton was unconscious and using a ventilator for nearly three weeks at Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands. "I shouldn't be alive," he says. After spending 21 days on a ventilator fighting for his life, Phil Eaton spent a month as a TIRR Memorial Hermann-The Woodl...

Heights hospital performs first robotic-assisted surgery

HOUSTON (May 19, 2020)

Rena Gerstenberg, 56, underwent a weight loss surgery to shrink her stomach. This heralded the first robotic-assisted surgery performed at the Greater Heights campus, and likely in all of the Heights area.

Why now is a good time to treat your orthopedic or sports-related injuries

HOUSTON (May 15, 2020)

If you are living with pain after a recent orthopedic or sports-related injury and you are hesitant to seek professional help -- there's no need to delay care because orthopedic services are back in business. Dr. Rehal Bhojani, primary care sports medicine physician with Memorial Hermann IRONMAN ...

Houston OB/Gyn explains why you shouldn’t postpone your well-woman exam due to coronavirus fears

HOUSTON (May 13, 2020)

In honor of National Women’s Health Week, Memorial Hermann OB/Gyn Dr. Carlos Perez-Cosio explains why women should not put their healthcare needs on pause.

Houston medical experts on how to be healthy during and after COVID-19

HOUSTON (May 13, 2020)

Although we are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, physicians are taking precautions to safely resume preventive care, both in their offices and virtually, with telehealth audio and video options.

Testing for COVID-19

HOUSTON (May 13, 2020)

Dr. Annamaria Davidson with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital explains the type of tests for COVID-19 and the importance of getting tested.

Physical therapist discusses pros and cons to televisits

HOUSTON (May 13, 2020)

Depending on the injury or the patient, PT may or may not have been on hold during coronavirus but Memorial Hermann says it’s important for a lot of patients to get back in for face-to-face visits now.

Coronavirus and Pregnancy: Here’s what expectant moms should know

HOUSTON (May 12, 2020)

During these uncertain times, pregnancy can understandably cause increased concern for a mom-to-be. That’s why Dr. lyabode Ogunlade, Ob/Gyn at Memorial Hermann - Cypress, is providing insight into questions about covid-19 and the implications for women who are currently pregnant.

COVID-19: Screening and triage challenges in people with disability due to Spinal Cord Injury

(May 11, 2020)

People with spinal cord injury (SCI) represent a unique diagnostic challenge as it relates to coronavirus disease COVID-19 pandemic. Individuals with SCI develop a myriad of physiological changes that not only increase their risk of morbidity from COVID-19, but may also mask the presentation of a...

May is Stroke Awareness Month, here’s everything you need to know to reduce your risk

HOUSTON (May 7, 2020)

Did you know that stroke is the nation’s fifth leading cause of death? While covid-19 may be on everyone's mind, May is Stroke Awareness Month, so we're dispelling common stroke myths and sharing what you can do to reduce risks.

Heart Surgery at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (April 25, 2020)

Learn the advancements and treatments offered for heart surgery at Memorial Hermann.

Have a family member or roommate with coronavirus? Houston’s doctors weigh in on how to care for them

HOUSTON (April 16, 2020)

Here are Houston doctors’ tips on caring for someone who contracts COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus.

After losing 235 pounds, Houstonian commits to the marathon of healthy living

HOUSTON (April 8, 2020)

Losing nearly half his bodyweight, Houston man has no plans to stop

These stretches will help keep you fit and feeling good while Houston stays at home

HOUSTON (March 24, 2020)

Human bodies were not meant to sit for long periods of time. But we knew this already.

Screening for Colon Cancer

HOUSTON (March 10, 2020)

Gastroenterologist Dr. G.S. Ramesh discusses the importance of screening for colorectal cancer.

New Memorial Hermann CEO David Callender’s vision: bring health care to the community

HOUSTON (January 22, 2020)

Dr. David Callender had barely settled into his new post as the CEO of Memorial Hermann Health System last fall when he announced the sprawling chain’s new vision: a commitment to broadening its reach beyond hospital and clinic walls by improving the neighborhoods where people live, work an...

The impact of weight loss surgery on pre-existing conditions

HOUSTON (November 27, 2019)

NewStart, Memorial Hermann’s surgical weight loss program, is a supportive program tailored to a patient’s individual journey, including pre-surgical counseling and post-surgery recovery and support. Surgery options for patients include gastric banding, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass,...

How to eat healthy after weight loss surgery

HOUSTON (November 22, 2019)

Dr. Tanya Kajese, bariatric surgeon with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, and one of her patients, Misty Hammond, share tips to adapt healthy eating habits after weight loss surgery.

Healing a hole in the heart

HOUSTON (October 4, 2019)

Dr. Daniel Hermann with Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital discusses treatment for PFO which is also defined as a hole in the heart.

New party drug leading to another overdose crisis

HOUSTON (October 4, 2019)

Recently, we've heard so much about opioids and their dangers. Now, we have a new drug to warn you about, and it could be just as deadly.

When should men get a prostate cancer screening?

HOUSTON (September 11, 2019)

Prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in American men, and most prostate cancers are found before they ever cause any symptoms. Since September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, this is a good time to bring attention to the importance of an annual screening and t...

Cy-Fair area teen recovering after ejection from vehicle

CYPRESS, TEXAS (July 24, 2019)

Lacy Johnson, 17, has recently begun regaining function in the left side of her body thanks to TIRR Memorial Hermann.

At UTHealth, a Pioneering Prostate Cancer Treatment

HOUSTON (July 22, 2019)

Dr. Steven Canfield is conducting clinical trials on a procedure that could revolutionize prostate cancer treatment in the next decade.

AOSSM inducts Dr. Christopher Harner into hall of fame

HOUSTON (July 15, 2019)

The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine inducted orthopedic surgeon Christopher Harner, MD, into its hall of fame at the organization's annual meeting in Boston on July 14.

Don’t know what endometriosis is? A new Houston nonprofit wants to fix that

HOUSTON (July 9, 2019)

Yesenia Blancas, MD, an OB-GYN affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, discusses the challenges for patient and provider around endometriosis.

Young adult suicide rates rising

HOUSTON (June 28, 2019)

Suicide rates among all age groups in the United States rose 30 percent between 2000 and 2016, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but experts are particularly concerned about the higher number deaths for adolescents and young adults.

Dad of 10's minimally invasive heart surgery cuts recovery time

HOUSTON (June 25, 2019)

Phil Sontag quickly returned to spending time with his family, thanks to a minimally invasive approach to repair his mitral valve performed by Dr. Tom Nguyen.

Beyond BMI Simple metric is only one measure of health

HOUSTON (May 28, 2019)

Body Mass Index, known as BMI, is a calculation based on weight and height. The result categorizes you as underweight, normal, overweight or obese.

Memorial Hermann bringing first of its kind sports park to Katy

HOUSTON (May 24, 2019)

Memorial Hermann is introducing a first of its kind sports park in Katy. Athletes of all ages will soon have the chance to either improve their performance or use a new program to quickly return to play after injury.

Ironman triathlon participants show determination through adversity

HOUSTON (May 1, 2019)

If you ever doubted your abilities to compete in the Ironman triathlon, we're sure you're not the only one.

26-year-old discusses colon cancer rising in young people

HOUSTON (April 1, 2019)

Brittany Dodson was diagnosed with colon cancer at just 26 years old and doctors think her tumor began forming when she was much younger.

Weight loss surgery and its major lifestyle changes

HOUSTON (March 28, 2019)

“I've lost, like, right at 200 pounds. When I started I weighed around 415, and I'm around 215 right now,” said Nick Bone after undergoing weight loss surgery with Dr. John Primomo.

Mother, baby undergo simultaneous surgery during pregnancy

HOUSTON (March 28, 2019)

Pediatric neurosurgeon Stephen Fletcher, DO discusses addressing spina bifida through maternal-fetal surgery and how it has impacted 8-month old Elysia.

Houston gets first Nap Bar for a quick, daytime snooze

HOUSTON (March 25, 2019)

“Naps should be shorter. While it can be as little as five minutes, 20 to 30 minutes is ideal,” said Dr. Reeba Mathew, co-director of the Sleep Disorders Center at Memorial Hermann Hospital and UTHealth.

Holiday Bowl executive gives a gift that keeps on giving

HOUSTON (March 22, 2019)

On March 12, Mark Neville was announcing that the SDCCU Holiday Bowl and Navy/Notre Dame game funneled more than $75 million of economic benefit into the San Diego community. On March 21, the CEO of the Holiday Bowl Game Association was making a far different contribution. He was in a Houston hos...

This Guy's 200-Pound Weight Loss Began With a Hot dog Eating Challenge From Friends

HOUSTON (March 21, 2019)

After taking on a challenge to eat 18 hot dogs in one night, Amer Ismail realized he no longer garnered respect from those around him—or himself. So, he did something about it: He put down the hot dogs, learned to ski, almost died, and lost 200 pounds in the process.

Woman urges people to get screened for colon cancer after getting diagnosed at 26

HOUSTON (March 14, 2019)

It's a totally preventable disease, and yet the American Cancer Society anticipates more than 51,000 people will die from colorectal cancer this year. Patients are becoming younger and younger. In fact, one Houston woman, Brittany Dodson, was only 26-years old when she was diagnosed with stage 3...

Rodeo rehab How one cowboy is coming back after injuries

HOUSTON (March 4, 2019)

Bareback bronc rider Anthony Thomas has dreamed of being crowned world champion since he was a young teenager in Australia taming wild horses.

Kenneth Moise, MD, honored with lifetime award from national Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

HOUSTON (March 1, 2019)

It is no surprise that Moise was the recipient of this year’s Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s Lifetime Achievement Award, which is given to physicians who have made a lasting and significant impact in the field.

Dan Pastorini not letting injuries slow down life after football

HOUSTON (February 5, 2019)

The former Oilers quarterback played through pain many times: “Twelve concussions, broken cheek, two cracked sternums, 38 broken ribs, 4 separated shoulders."

A Trauma Surgeon’s Plea to Houston Area Drivers

HOUSTON (January 21, 2019)

Physicians at Red Duke Trauma Institute at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center make a plea to Houston Area Drivers to put down their phones while driving.

HTown60: How to prep for the Houston Marathon

HOUSTON (January 17, 2019)

As hundreds of runners get ready for the Houston Marathon, we want to show you the best ways to prepare.

Vision Issue Leads to Surprising Diagnosis, Life-Saving Surgery

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (January 16, 2019)

A trip to the eye doctor ultimately led Jackie Purswell to a life-saving carotid artery surgery at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

Humble red-light camera programs fund hospital trauma programs

HUMBLE, TEXAS (January 15, 2019)

Fines from red-light violations in Humble are reinvested in trauma services at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

This App Has Made Me a Safer Driver

HOUSTON (January 15, 2019)

The SAFE2SAVE app, founded in 2016 by Marci Cory, works to combat distracted driving in Texas. Tom Flanagan, vice president of Trauma Service Line and System Integration at Memorial Hermann, thinks SAFE2SAVE can make a difference, particularly among younger drivers.

Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital expands cardiovascular surgery program

HOUSTON (January 14, 2019)

Hospital celebrates second anniversary and opens new cardiac ICU and operating rooms.

100 hospitals and health systems with great neurosurgery and spine programs 2018

HOUSTON (January 14, 2019)

Becker's Healthcare named the following organizations to the 2018 edition of its list "100 hospitals and health systems with great neurosurgery and spine programs."

Community health workers embedded in emergency rooms improve patient health, cut costs

HOUSTON (January 11, 2019)

Community health workers in emergency rooms improve patient health and cut costs. A Memorial Hermann program led by the Community Benefit Corporation has resulted in a decline in ER visits.

WHAT'S YOUR EXCUSE Great-grandmother pushes some serious weight

HOUSTON (January 11, 2019)

A 94-year-old southeast Houston great-grandmother is proving that you're never too old to lift weights.

Memorial Hermann to partner with new, non-profit generic drug company to lower costs

HOUSTON (January 9, 2019)

Memorial Hermann Health System has partnered with a new generic drug company formed to combat "artificially high" pharmaceutical prices and ease chronic drug shortages.

Sleep Apnea in Children: How to Keep Your Kids Safe and Sound

HOUSTON (January 1, 2019)

If you're like us, when you think of the typical sufferer of sleep apnea, you might imagine an older gentleman, perhaps with a beer belly. But the condition strikes all ages, and, in fact, Dr. Cindy Jon, a pediatric pulmonologist affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann, has seen an incr...

100 hospitals and health systems with great neurosurgery and spine programs 2018

HOUSTON (December 31, 2018)

To meet the needs of spine and neurosurgery patients, Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center developed the Memorial Hermann Orthopedic & Spine Hospital.

Hospitals to list service costs online Jan. 1 due to new federal rule

HOUSTON (December 27, 2018)

Hospitals will be required to post the cost of their standard services online, starting Jan. 1, 2019. Patients will be able to compare prices before seeking treatment.

CDC warns of cold-like virus that makes it hard to breathe

HOUSTON (December 26, 2018)

Christa Filak, MD, a pediatrician with Memorial Hermann Medical Group, said everyone can catch the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), but especially babies and the elderly are susceptible.

"Santa" Deryl McKenzie goes home for Christmas after a successful heart transplant

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (December 25, 2018)

One of Santa’s special helpers, Santa Deryl, is home for Christmas thanks to the physicians with Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute.

Santa takes pictures with newborns in NICU at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (December 25, 2018)

Santa Claus stopped by the NICU at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital to bring some joy to some newborns and families.

One girl’s special delivery to a children’s hospital for Christmas

HOUSTON (December 19, 2018)

Her mother knew Tonia wouldn't be happy until they'd been able to help the other kids. No matter how impossible it seemed.

How An 11-Year-Old Triathlete Gives Wins To Others

HOUSTON (December 17, 2018)

A promising young athlete from Iowa wise beyond her years recognizes the inner champion of patients at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Memorial Hermann talks newer treatments for Afib

HOUSTON (December 12, 2018)

Dr. Saumya Sharma, an electrophysiologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute, discusses newer procedures to aid in the treatment of an irregular heartbeat.

An app that rewards you for not texting and driving

HOUSTON (December 12, 2018)

Marci Corry, founder of Safe 2 Save, along with Tom Flanagan and Sarah Abbott with Memorial Hermann discuss their partnership that is helping save lives on the road.

Doctors made cars safer; guns are next

HOUSTON (December 12, 2018)

Dr. James McCarthy, EVP and Chief Physician Executive, shares his thoughts on how doctors can help curtail the epidemic of gun violence.

How genetics can affect your chances of developing breast cancer

HOUSTON (December 12, 2018)

Dr. Arthy Yoga with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital stopped by to discuss how genetics can play a role in breast cancer diagnosis.

Choosing an urgent care center versus the emergency room

HOUSTON (December 10, 2018)

Facility Medical Director, Robert Carpenter, with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital helps explain when it's vital to go to the emergency room or visit an urgent care center.

The Eisenhower Code: Happy to Serve, Reluctant to Lead

HOUSTON (December 7, 2018)

In 2015, Memorial Hermann began searching for a new chief executive. One of the first candidates the board approached was sitting in an office right down the hall.

Active Exercisers Should Fear the “Widowmaker”

HOUSTON (December 6, 2018)

Jonathon Coz doesn’t remember this happening to him in February, 2016. But his wife does. As a nurse, she’s well trained in CPR, and she performed compressions for about 10 minutes until the ambulance arrived to take Coz to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center.

Out of Control: In Texas, the cost of one crash

HOUSTON (December 5, 2018)

The crash injured Anzaldua so badly that he initially could not speak or breathe on his own. It was weeks before he could swallow on his own. He spent almost two months at TIRR Memorial Hermann, one of the premier rehabilitation facilities in the country.

Remembering President George H.W. Bush's impact on the Texas Medical Center

HOUSTON (December 3, 2018)

Houston disability rights activist Lex Frieden, one of the ADA’s authors, told TMC News this year that working with Bush was a defining moment in his advocacy efforts.

Are You Drinking Enough Water? These Are the Health Risks of Dehydration

HOUSTON (December 3, 2018)

Kevin Coupe, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute and UT Physicians in the Woodlands, Texas, has seen numerous athletes — students, professionals, weekend warriors — suffer heat illness due to overexertion, particularly in warm weather.

Walmart to require travel for spinal surgeries

HOUSTON (December 1, 2018)

Walmart said it selected the approved facilities, including Memorial Hermann and all known in health care as designated "centers of excellence," for their demonstrated expertise in high-risk procedures.

6 healthcare leaders share their most innovative ideas

HOUSTON (November 30, 2018)

Executive Vice President of Acute Care Services and Chief Transformation Officer at Memorial Hermann Health System featured.

Community-Wide Scavenger Hunt raises 20K for Canopy

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (November 30, 2018)

More than 300 attendees gathered at MINI of The Woodlands earlier this month for Canopy Quest, an inaugural fundraiser event for Canopy, a cancer survivorship center at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.

Memorial Hermann introduces new $70 million patient tower to Humble

HUMBLE, TEXAS (November 27, 2018)

Of the thousands and thousands of births that have taken place at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital in Humble, no birth was quite like this one – the birth of a new patient tower.

Katy-area man doesn’t let cancer slow him down

KATY, TEXAS (November 27, 2018)

The bad news is that Wesley Moore has lung cancer. The good news is that drugs have been developed to treat his disease caused by a gene abnormality allowing him to continue his passion.

Late spring opening set for Memorial Hermann's Sports Park

KATY, TEXAS (November 27, 2018)

The Memorial Hermann Sports Park-Katy will offer a primary care clinic, a training center and an outdoor turf field when it’s expected to open late next spring.

Why you might face increased risk of heart attack during December and January

HOUSTON (November 27, 2018)

During cold weather, your core body temperature may start to drop, so to make up for that, you may shiver, your heart rate may increase and there may be more strain on your heart.  Scientists wanted to know if that put us at risk for heart attack. The American Heart Association found for the...

An inside job: Working construction in the Texas Medical Center

HOUSTON (November 27, 2018)

As a Fisk Electric superintendent, John Marra is helping construct the new Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center tower, slated to open in 2020. Tuyen Nguyen, M.D., has kept Marra on the job with a different construction project: rebuilding Marra’s leaky heart valve.

Memorial Hermann announces opening of Kingwood health center

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (November 27, 2018)

Rounding out the new services are outpatient imaging, including state-of-the-art equipment comprising X-ray, CT, ultrasound and 3D screening mammography, and a 24-hour Emergency Center.

After two years, Montgomery County child still recovering from polio-like illness that is now spiking in U.S.

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (November 25, 2018)

On the Fourth of July in 2016, Braden Scott came down with what seemed like just a summer cold. But a couple of days later, when the 5-year-old couldn’t swallow and was having trouble walking, his parents took him to urgent care in Beaumont. But Braden continued to get worse, so his parents...

The story of Hiram, a Texas child who during his few years of life has struggled to overcome various disorders

HOUSTON (November 20, 2018)

Since the birth of little Hiram was diagnosed with Charge syndrome and, for this reason, had to undergo different treatments and operations that would allow him to continue alive. Today, at 4 years of age, he has managed to overcome medical prognosis, walks by his own means and communicates with ...

Carol Paret helps the medically illiterate

HOUSTON (November 19, 2018)

Perhaps more than most people, Carol Paret is well aware how intimidating our health care system can be. As Memorial Hermann Health System’s Chief Community Benefits Officer and CEO of its subsidiary Community Benefit Corporation, however, Paret oversees an organization that, despite the us...

Survey: More than half of parents save and share leftover antibiotics

HOUSTON (November 19, 2018)

Nearly half of parents say they've saved leftover antibiotics that were prescribed to their children, according to a new study - and of those, nearly three-quarters then gave those medications to someone else without consulting a doctor.

Teen dead for 45 minutes, alive today because of sister's CPR

HOUSTON (November 17, 2018)

Nathan was gone. His heart stopped beating. So how and why is he sitting here today? They got a pulse and got him to Memorial Hermann Southwest, where they discovered Nathan had a rare heart condition called Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.

Red boots pay tribute to Red Duke, medical innovator and tall Texan

HOUSTON (November 16, 2018)

Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is honoring the man who saved thousands of lives during his own time on earth with a special tribute. Vaughn Construction, overseeing the construction of the new Susan and Fayez Sarofim Pavilion at the hospital, has installed a large steel outline of red cowb...

Is your child bundled up enough for winter weather?

HOUSTON (November 14, 2018)

Children take longer to get acclimated to a sudden temperature drop, and that's why doctors say as the weather changes, so should your child's wardrobe.

Memorial Hermann’s team approach makes woman a breast cancer survivor

HOUSTON (November 12, 2018)

Oncologist Dr. Michelina Cairo and Breast Surgeon Dr. Jamie Terry, affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, shares how a team approach was beneficial in helping Jenna D'Amico fight breast cancer and win!

Teen vaping can lead to regular cigarette smoking, experts say

HOUSTON (November 12, 2018)

Many tout vaping as a healthy alternative to cigarette smoking, but health experts are now saying, “Not so fast.” In fact, the head of the FDA is calling teen vaping “an epidemic”.

‘Charlie’s Angels’ star Jaclyn Smith gets candid on her 21-year marriage: ‘I’m still a lucky girl’

HOUSTON (November 11, 2018)

“Charlie’s Angels” star Jaclyn Smith is certain her husband Brad Allen was heaven sent. The actress and the heart surgeon have been married since 1997 and the pair is still happily in love. Smith previously told Closer Weekly she met Allen when he was working at Memorial Hermann...

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Again Awarded Pathway to Excellence® Designation

KATY, TEXAS (November 11, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital was again awarded the Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.  The designation is given to healthcare organizations that create work environments in which nurses can flourish and feel empowered, and is a testament t...

Patient with spinal cord injury returns to military, school thanks to TIRR Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (November 9, 2018)

The impact from the accident tore Sneed’s spinal cord from the base of her skull. Two weeks later, Sneed was transferred to TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston—the No. 2 rehabilitation hospital in the nation—for in-patient care. Although she was unable to talk, walk, move her limbs...

See Houston’s top hospitals for fall 2018, according to Leapfrog

HOUSTON (November 8, 2018)

This year, 2018, is 50 years after I graduated from what is now TIRR Memorial Hermann, 40 years after we founded the Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) Program at TIRR and 30 years after the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center opened.

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land explains treatment of scoliosis in adolescents

HOUSTON (November 7, 2018)

Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Terrence Anderson, of Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital discusses treatment options for children with Scoliosis.

Memorial Hermann cardiologist Konstantinos Charitakis, MD, cycles his way to healthy living

HOUSTON (November 6, 2018)

As an Interventional cardiologist at Memorial Hermann and assistant professor of cardiovascular medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, Konstantinos Charitakis, M.D., understands the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. Whether he’s pedaling along the roads in ...

MINI Scavenger Hunt raises funds and awareness for Canopy

HOUSTON (November 5, 2018)

Volunteers, supporters, and the community came together on Sunday, November 4, 2018 for Canopy Quest, a community wide scavenger hunt around The Woodlands, that raised funds and awareness for Canopy, a cancer survivorship center at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.

Paralyzed just six weeks ago, A&M student gets back to walking

HOUSTON (November 2, 2018)

What started as minor numbness in her face, by the end of the day, she was completely paralyzed. “It’s a disease where the body, something causes it to attack itself. It attacks the nerves," said Dr. P. Jacob Joseph with TIRR Memorial Hermann/UT Health. Dr. Joseph says the exact cause...

Memorial Hermann Katy Earns Texas Ten Step Designation for Sixth Consecutive Year

KATY, TEXAS (November 1, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital has earned designation as a Texas Ten Step facility by the Texas Department of State Health Services for the sixth consecutive year. The Texas Ten Step program supports breastfeeding as the preferred feeding method for newborns and infants.

On the front lines of health care

HOUSTON (November 1, 2018)

Medical Director of Memorial Hermann Life Flight; retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up in Fairbanks, Alaska, Joseph Love didn’t anticipate he would have a career in the military or in medicine. But after completing his master’s degree, his wife convinced him to...

Innovation boosts recovery from battlefield and gridiron injuries

HOUSTON (November 1, 2018)

Four years ago, Walter Lowe, MD, the team physician for the Houston Texans, watched as outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney—the No. 1 NFL draft pick in 2014—injured his knee in the first game of the season. Lowe is the chairman of the department of orthopedic surgery at McGovern Medica...

Memorial Hermann Joint Center performs hip replacement on man who battled Leukemia

HOUSTON (October 29, 2018)

Dr. Houston Braly with the Memorial Hermann Joint Center performs hip replacement on patient Kyle Martin McGowan who had battled Leukemia.

500,000 teens with autism will become adults in next 10 years. Where will they work?

HOUSTON (October 26, 2018)

When Olivia Shanks landed in the hospital, it changed her life. She didn’t arrive as a patient, though — she came to work. The 21-year-old, who has high-functioning autism, has struggled to get places on time. Some basic workplace tasks stressed her out. Her work in Memorial Hermann S...

Walk of Respect for Organ Donors held at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (October 25, 2018)

A quiet, solemn moment with family, friends, and hospital staff lining the hallways to honor the sacrifice made by 33-year-old Juanita Deluna. Deluna -- known for her kindness and love -- was declared brain dead last week after suffering a seizure and losing oxygen to her brain.

Consumers have more choices when needing immediate or urgent medical care

HOUSTON (October 23, 2018)

According to Jennifer Zimmerman, vice president of operations for the Memorial Hermann Medical Group, the new emergency room landscape can be broken down into a few categories. The most familiar is the traditional emergency room at a hospital, such as Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Cente...

Memorial Hermann reunites FedEx Employee with hospital team, EMS and coworkers who saved his life

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (October 22, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital Now Offers TCAR Procedure

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (October 19, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital now offers a minimally invasive stroke prevention procedure for people with carotid artery disease. It’s called transcarotid artery revascularization, or TCAR. Carotid artery disease develops when fatty deposits, or plaque, clog the blood vessels deliveri...

Record-breaking Year for Memorial Hermann In the Pink of Health Luncheon

HOUSTON (October 19, 2018)

The 2018 Memorial Hermann In the Pink of Health Luncheon was a record-breaking event, not only in terms of fundraising but also attendance. Canopy, the crown-jewel of our fundraising efforts, is a Cancer Survivorship Center at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center that provides services ...

Young Katy Dad’s Hardest Job Ever: Coming Back from a Stroke

KATY, TEXAS (October 18, 2018)

Keith Smith, a 40-year-old father of two, spent four weeks in the Memorial Hermann Katy ICU following a stroke last February. Once discharged from the acute care hospital, Keith began intense rehabilitation at Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital – Katy, part of the Memorial Hermann Reh...

Boy from Honduras receives lifesaving heart surgery in Houston

HOUSTON (October 18, 2018)

Within a month, 2-year-old Jose Gabriel traveled to Tomball and received surgery that changed his life before heading back home. Gabriel and his mother, Kerly Gabriela, were flown into Houston by HeartGift, a nonprofit organization providing lifesaving heart surgery for children around the world ...

Texas Reads: Biography tells story of Dr. Red Duke

HOUSTON (October 18, 2018)

Dr. Brian Boutwell, who sat down with Dr. James “Red” Duke Jr. several times in his final months for extensive interviews has written an engaging and inspiring biography titled, naturally, “I’m Dr. Red Duke.”

2 years later, Montgomery County child still recovering from polio-like illness

HOUSTON (October 12, 2018)

The Texas Department of State Health Services announced Thursday that at least two cases of a polio-like illness were reported in Southeast Texas this year. About one in a million people will be diagnosed with acute flaccid myelitis, also known as AFM, according to the Centers for Disease Control...

Losing nearly half his bodyweight, Houston man has no plans to stop

HOUSTON (October 10, 2018)

Life is now incredibly different for the software engineer — and burgeoning athlete — since he has dropped down to 260 pounds, a testament to his determination and the power of self-improvement.

Local teen back home after life-saving heart surgery

HOUSTON (October 10, 2018)

Abigail Franklin was born with a rare congenital heart defect called Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and is now at home recovering after that surgery. Abigail had her "Double Switch" surgery two weeks ago at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston. “Abigai...

Cypress woman survives cancer with a positive attitude

HOUSTON (October 4, 2018)

In Cecilia Argueta’s arsenal to fight breast cancer, two of her biggest weapons are her proactive stance and positive attitude. At her most recent appointment, however, doctors located a mass they wanted to investigate further. Argueta returned to MD Anderson Breast Care with Memorial Herma...

Back from the dead: How one man survived sudden death syndrome

HOUSTON (October 4, 2018)

An hour after Karl Wiggins arrived at a local hospital near his home in Liberty following his first encounter with sudden cardiac death, he was transferred via Life Flight to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, where sudden cardiac death struck him again.

Lake Houston-area breast cancer patient finds peace by removing negative thoughts

HOUSTON (October 4, 2018)

Alyia Wasi inadvertently noticed a lump in her breast as she walked down the stairs one morning. Tests revealed Wasi had breast cancer. She received treatment at Memorial Hermann Northeast from oncologist and McGovern Medical School professor, Julie Rowe. Wasi’s first round of chemotherapy ...

3-D mammography paves way for early detection of breast cancer

HOUSTON (October 3, 2018)

The two-dimensional mammogram is still the “gold standard” in breast cancer detection but the head of imaging at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital doubts that will be the case in a few years.

BCA: 'Cooking together' class at Memorial Hermann Canopy facility helps with healing

HOUSTON, TEXAS (October 3, 2018)

When 10-year-old Ashleigh Gramss found out that her mom, Catherine, had breast cancer last year, she said she didn’t want to tell any of her friends about it — she was worried that they would tease her. But, in a cooking class, of all places, Ashleigh said she felt safe enough to let ...

Keeping his heart in the game

HOUSTON (October 3, 2018)

At birth, Ethan weighed 9 pounds 14.6 ounces—larger than the average newborn. After a difficult delivery at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Julie Page and her husband, Brent, were told that their baby boy was born with a heart defect.

Keeping busy helps woman fight breast cancer

HOUSTON (October 3, 2018)

“I sat down with my doctor to come up with a plan to allow me to continue to teach class as I went through chemo. My doctor said, ‘You’re not sick. You might have cancer, but you’re not sick.’” Her medical oncologist is Dr. Michelina Cairo. Her breast surgeon i...

Men also susceptible to breast cancer

HOUSTON (October 2, 2018)

Breast cancer is about 100 times less common in white men than among white women and about 70 times less common in black men than black women. Nadya Hasham-Jiwa, a medical oncologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann, said only about 1 percent of breast cancer patients are male.

Memorial Hermann Nurse Christina Wells Advances to Semifinals in ‘America’s Got Talent’

HOUSTON (October 2, 2018)

The self-described “very dorky, friendly, really chill girl” belted out lyrics she had sung for more than a decade. Filling the theater with her rich, orotund voice, Wells—a registered nurse for Memorial Hermann Health System—surprised celebrity judges Simon Cowell, Heidi ...

Volunteering brings light to dark cancer diagnosis at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (October 1, 2018)

Barbara Frisbie greets visitors with a smile every week at Canopy – A Cancer Survivorship Center at Memorial Hermann - The Woodlands Medical Center. What you wouldn’t realize at first glance is that she’s been battling ovarian cancer for more than 10 years.

Memorial Hermann: Planning for the future of your health

HOUSTON (October 1, 2018)

Dr. Kristyn Greifer with Memorial Hermann Health Plan and Memorial Hermann ACO stops by to share the importance of Medicare Advantage plans.

Lack of sleep could increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease

HOUSTON (September 27, 2018)

An Alzheimer's study found that excessive daytime sleepiness may cause plaque buildup in the brain that's considered a hallmark of the condition. A leading Houston sleep doctor said this study should be a wake-up call to everyone. "This should be something you think about and one of the many reas...

Photos: Memorial Hermann’s Susan and Fayez Sarofim Pavilion tops out

HOUSTON (September 27, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Health System celebrated the topping out of its new tower in the Texas Medical Center Sept. 24. The 17-story tower is named for Susan and Fayez Sarofim, who donated $25 million for the project. It’s the largest gift Memorial Hermann has ever received. Susan Sarofim was the ...

Boy uses Siri to save life of grandmother having stroke

HOUSTON (September 26, 2018)

A 7-year-old boy is being credited with helping save his grandmother's life by using Siri. Noble Koontz was with his grandmother, Evon Pruitt, on a business trip on Sept. 17 when Pruitt suffered a stroke. Koontz realized something wasn't right with his grandmother because she was unable to use he...

What you need to know about prostate cancer awareness

HOUSTON (September 19, 2018)

September is National Prostate Health Month and millions of men get the diagnosis every year. One in 7 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Dr. Adam Hollander, with Memorial Hermann Medical Group Greater Heights, said that because of those high numbers he could probably diagnose a new pati...

Breathe Easier: Monitoring Children's Asthma

HOUSTON (September 11, 2018)

If you don't know a child with asthma, chances are, you don’t know many kids. According to a recent report from the Houston/Harris County State of Health Committee, 96,000 Harris County children have been diagnosed with asthma. Nationwide, the disease is responsible for a third of hospital ...

Frank Billingsley talks about his prostate cancer diagnosis

HOUSTON (September 5, 2018)

“Don't wait," Billingsley said. "When you go for a regular blood screening, it's very simple, just one more vial of blood, and they test it and see what your PSA is. That doesn't guarantee you have cancer, that just means something is going on and they need to check, and you need to see a u...

Out of Control: Houston's roads, drivers are country's most deadly

HOUSTON (September 5, 2018)

Personal stories and statistics reveal what is often at the root of Houston's growing fatality count: a pervasive, ingrained culture of speeding.

Out from Under: How one surgeon survived two tragedies

HOUSTON (September 4, 2018)

After Eugene Alford suffered six broken ribs, a broken collarbone and a broken shoulder blade from the accident, he went through rehabilitation at TIRR Memorial Hermann.

Volunteer event gives Memorial Hermann employees a chance to give back

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (September 4, 2018)

Almost a year to the day after Hurricane Harvey dumped 51 inches of rain on the greater Houston area, a sea of blue-clad Memorial Hermann employees went into the community to give back. To commemorate the anniversary of the devastating hurricane, more than 1,400 Memorial Hermann employees system ...

Heart attacks during pregnancy on the rise

HOUSTON (September 4, 2018)

Dr. Diana Racusin, a maternal-fetal medicine physician  at  Memorial Hermann, said due to more women coming into pregnancy with high blood pressure, obesity and older age, there is a higher risk of heart attacks happening in those cases.

Deadlifting at 70

HOUSTON (August 31, 2018)

“In our 50s and 60s, we start to rapidly lose strength unless we’re providing the body a stimulus, and if we do that, then the body reacts based on the amount and the intensity of our stimulus.”

Pink's husband parent-shamed over taking son with hand, foot and mouth disease out in public

HOUSTON (August 29, 2018)

According to Dr. Michael Chang with Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital and UT Health, this is the time of year when cases of the illness spike, especially when kids go back to schools and day cares.

Catsuits, compression socks and Serena Williams

HOUSTON (August 28, 2018)

Bernard Giudicelli, president of the French Open, said  the catsuit Serena Williams wore to compete in May was not appropriate tennis attire.

Heroes of Harvey: Neonatal nurse works through Harvey... until her own baby came

HOUSTON (August 26, 2018)

Someday, when Reid Thomas Dolan is old enough, he'll hear the story of his birth. It will have hurricanes and flooding, evacuations and emergencies. There will be a monster — and, of course, a hero, his mother Jessica Dolan, a nurse at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center’s n...

Doctors seeing spike in contagious hand, foot and mouth disease as school returns in Houston

HOUSTON (August 24, 2018)

“Enteroviruses are more common in children," said Dr. Michael Chang, with Children's Memorial Hermann and UT Health. Dr. Chang said this time of year there is always a spike when kids go back to school and daycares.

Humble-area foundation uses $10k grant to help Harvey-affected breast cancer patients

HUMBLE, TEXAS (August 23, 2018) Project Mammogram, a program sponsored by The Northeast Hospital Foundation and Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, was one of several organizations chosen  to receive a $10,000 grant to help Harvey-affected patients.

Spring Fire Delivers Joy to hospitalized kids

HOUSTON (August 23, 2018)

The Spring Fire Department raised over $2000 with their Lip Sync Challenge Video that the firefighters decided to use to buy toys for hospitalized kids at Children’s Memorial Hermann.

Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center’s Amanda Poole

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (August 23, 2018)

Canopy is a first-of-its kind cancer survivorship center at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center.

Most Admired Nonprofit CEO: Chuck Stokes

HOUSTON (August 23, 2018)

The Houston Business Journal named 48 business leaders as honorees for the 2018 Most Admired CEO Awards, including Chuck Stokes, president and CEO, Memorial Hermann Health System.

Health systems launch collaboration to improve care for Medicaid patients

HOUSTON (August 22, 2018)

Seventeen health systems have launched a national collaboration through the Avia innovation network to develop more effective ways of serving their Medicaid populations.

Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital turns cleft patients into photo models

HOUSTON (August 17, 2018)

Nearly one out of every 700 kids has the birth defect, but many are teased by others who don't understand it.

Texas Medical Center hospitals recognized among the nation’s best

HOUSTON (August 14, 2018)

TMC institutions named among Top 10 hospitals nationwide in several medical specialties by U.S. News & World Report’s 2018-2019 “Best Hospitals” rankings.

This is the trick to prevent leaving your child in a hot car

HOUSTON (August 14, 2018)

This summer, we have reported on hot car deaths involving kids and in the last 30 years, Texas leads the total number of deaths in hot cars by dozens more than the next highest state, according to kidsandcars.org. Robert Lapus, MD, a pediatric emergency physician with Children’s Memorial He...

Veteran scuba diver walking again after therapy at TIRR Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (August 14, 2018)

For Katie Sorrentino, her Mother’s Day scuba dive started off as normal as the hundreds of dives she had completed over the last 35 years. The veteran, licensed diver was on vacation with her family in the Bahamas when she experienced symptoms of decompression sickness or “the bends.&...

Stratford football player Ben Miller battles back after traumatic injury

HOUSTON (August 5, 2018)

A Stratford High School football player, excelling in the sport he loves, saw his life flash before his eyes. The end result - an appreciation for everything we all sometimes take for granted.

Produce Rx: A Hospital and a Family’s Fight Against Food Insecurity

HOUSTON (August 3, 2018)

At 12 years old, Joseph weighs 230 pounds, and at 5 feet, two inches is classified by the CDC as obese. Esparza decided it was time to get help and took her family to the Lamar Health Center—one of Memorial Hermann’s 10 school-based clinics.

Three Myths About Kids and Pet Allergies, Explained

HOUSTON (August 3, 2018)

The issue of when and if pets should be introduced to kids has been up for debate among allergists for years, but recent studies lead many to believe that the family unit can and even should include pets. Dr. Dat Tran, an allergist and immunologist at Innovative Allergy Clinic and in affiliation ...

Warning signs of back to school drug use

HOUSTON (August 3, 2018)

About two-thirds of students have tried alcohol by 12th grade. About half of ninth through 12th grade students reported ever having used marijuana and 4 in 10 say they've tried cigarettes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Prevention specialist with the Lovett Center, X...

New assisted living community center VibraLife of Katy now accepting patients

KATY, TEXAS (August 1, 2018)

As of Aug. 1, VibraLife of Katy, a new post-acute care and assisted living community, is now accepting patients.

Saving Beau: 3-month-old with hole in his heart now healthy

HOUSTON (July 31, 2018)

A 3-month-old baby who underwent surgery at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital for a congenital heart defect is now back home with his family.

Sean Gamino, 13, continues fighting through brain tumor

HOUSTON (July 27, 2018)

When taken to a Memorial Hermann, the doctors immediately ordered a CAT scan that revealed a mass in Sean's brain and transferred him to Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Osteoporosis can't slow down 55-year-old weightlifter

HOUSTON (July 22, 2018)

Osteoporosis makes your bones brittle, so many stay away from weights, but Sharon's doctor recommended weightlifting to add to her bone density.

Alarming number of women not receiving prenatal care

HOUSTON (July 18, 2018)

Alarming percentages of pregnant women between Houston and Galveston receive no prenatal care, according to a new report that shows a dramatic variance in maternal risk factors in Texas.

The benefits of Bariatric Surgery

HOUSTON (July 9, 2018)

We stopped by Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital to talk with Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Brandon Fadner on the best options "fit" for you and help you get the body you have always wanted.

A life-changing tackle for Woodlands teen

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (July 6, 2018)

Camp Berryman was taken to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center where a carotid dissection was discovered. Later, a stent was placed in his carotid artery by neuro interventionist Gary Spiegel, MD.

Houston family welcomes home quadruplets on Fourth of July

HOUSTON (July 4, 2018)

One family in southwest Houston had four reasons to celebrate this Fourth of July. Linda and Thomas Agi welcomed home their newborn quadruplets Wednesday, four weeks after they were born.

Texas Medical Center dietitians weigh in on ways to curb the obesity epidemic

HOUSTON (July 3, 2018)

Dietetic experts in the Texas Medical Center have a two-pronged plan to help Houston’s health community treat patients: Educate to overcome nutrition barriers and tackle health challenges.

From bikes to bites, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands offers summer safety tips

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (July 3, 2018)

It’s equally important for both parents and children to remember the potential dangers that come with many summertime activities.

Spotlight: Lex Frieden

HOUSTON (July 2, 2018)

This year, 2018, is 50 years after I graduated from what is now TIRR Memorial Hermann, 40 years after we founded the Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) Program at TIRR and 30 years after the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center opened.

Fasting: How this ancient practice could lead to a slimmer waistline

HOUSTON (July 2, 2018)

Intermittent fasting is a diet that's starting to receive a lot of attention. People have been fasting for centuries, sometimes for religious reasons, but now different forms of fasting are becoming a popular way to lose weight.

Memorial Hermann Southeast cardiac program impresses

HOUSTON (June 28, 2018)

Last December, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital announced the launch of its new cardiac surgery program and the appointment of Dr. Cesar Nahas as the program’s medical director.

The Medical Center next door: Cy-Fair hospitals leading charge to boost level of local care

CYPRESS, TEXAS (June 20, 2018)

As population growth generates greater demand for health care services in the Cy-Fair area, community hospitals are finding ways to provide higher levels of care to residents closer to their homes.

Q&A with Newly Promoted Memorial Hermann CFO Brian Dean

HOUSTON (June 14, 2018)

After five years at Memorial Hermann, including time spent as CEO of their flagship medical center, Dean discusses his future goals with HealthLeaders Media.

Baytown teen accidentally shot in head walks at graduation with senior class

BAYTOWN, TEXAS (June 14, 2018)

A Baytown teen who suffered from a gunshot wound due to an accidental shooting was able to walk the stage with his senior class.

Make kids healthier and watch them soar

HOUSTON (June 13, 2018)

Carol Paret, chief community health officer with Memorial Hermann Health System, penned an op-ed about how school-based clinics can help move the needle on education reform.

Children's Memorial Hermann Announces New Partnership with Blue Fish Pediatrics

HOUSTON (June 13, 2018)

Children's Memorial Hermann and Blue Fish Pediatrics are excited to announce a new partnership  in the Greater Houston area.

The Woodlands poised as next ‘Medical Center of the north’

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (June 12, 2018)

Health care has long been one of the fastest-growing industries in the Greater Houston area, and with The Woodlands’ rising population, a high rate of insured residents and a steadily increasing number of seniors, officials said the community has positioned itself to be the next major medic...

Memorial Hermann Southwest Doctors Share Heart Treatment Procedures

HOUSTON (June 11, 2018)

Electrophysiologists, Dr. Sohail Jalal and Dr. Amir Azeem, with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital share treatment procedures for those suffering with Afib.

Electrophysiologists share treatment procedures for those suffering with AFIB

HOUSTON (June 11, 2018)

Electrophysiologists, Dr. Sohail Jalal and Dr. Amir Azeem, with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital share treatment procedures for those suffering with AFIB.

Mass shootings prompt survival training event in Houston

HOUSTON (June 10, 2018)

National health initiative Stop the Bleed wants to educate civilians to help save lives in emergency situations before medics arrive.

World Cup health: from heart attacks to baby booms

HOUSTON (June 8, 2018)

The World Cup is here and while it brings a ton of excitement and joy -- it can also present a scary effect on our health. As fans across the world prepare for their national team to fight for the trophy, they should prepare for a possible trip to the hospital. Men had a higher risk at 3.26 times...

Houston singer Christina Wells embraces her talent to fulfill a lifelong dream

HOUSTON (June 8, 2018)

Christina Wells says watching herself on “America’s Got Talent” was an out-of-body experience. The registered nurse and mother earned a standing ovation from the judges and the crowd...

Treatment for SI Joint Dysfunction

HOUSTON (June 7, 2018)

Dr. Ashley Amsbaugh with Mischer Neuroscience Institute at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center discusses treatment for SI Joint Dysfunction.

The Rise of HPV-Related Cancers in Men

HOUSTON (June 6, 2018)

“What makes this cancer interesting is that it’s one of the only cancers in the body that we’re actually seeing more cases of year over year,” explained Ron J. Karni, MD, who serves as chief of the division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology at McGovern Medical School at U...

The sports injury females suffer more than males and how to prevent it

HOUSTON (June 6, 2018)

Girls are five times more likely to suffer anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, according to Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute. They said a female’s risk skyrockets after puberty and while girls are young and active, soccer and basketball are sports that increase the ...

How to identify grief, PTSD in children

HOUSTON (May 22, 2018)

Grief is different for everyone. Some may move forward without any problems, others might need therapy to get back on track and some may appear to be fine but have a delayed reaction.

Should Businesses Help Employees Pay off Their Student Loans?

HOUSTON (May 18, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Health System started offering student-loan repayment in 2015 to attract employees with one to three years of experience. The health system makes 270 loan payments each quarter.

HBJ names 2018 Health Care Heroes as outstanding practitioners

HOUSTON (May 18, 2018)

With hundreds of doctors and medical practitioners serving the Houston community, the Houston Business Journal set out to find some of the best in the business for our 2018 Health Care Heroes awards.

HBJ names 2018 Health Care Heroes as rising stars

HOUSTON (May 18, 2018)

Great doctors have to start somewhere, and the Houston Business Journal has identified Houston's health care scene's rising stars as part of our 2018 Health Care Heroes awards. Dr. Matthew Greives was honored.

DAPT Helps Secondary Prevention After Minor Strokes

HOUSTON (May 16, 2018)

Adding clopidogrel (Plavix) to aspirin therapy in the immediate days following a minor stroke prevented more ischemic events, but at the cost of increased bleeding risk, a randomized trial suggested.

Meet the Montgomery County medical power couple who has delivered thousands of babies

HOUSTON (May 15, 2018)

Dr. Eckhardt has delivered more than 5,000 babies since he started practicing medicine in the early 1990s and his wife has also assisted in bringing countless numbers of new lives into the world.

A mother’s day story of heroism and daring

HOUSTON (May 12, 2018)

Figueroa sought second opinions from doctor after doctor, but none offered any real hope until she found her way to a Texas Medical Center cardiologist daring enough to propose a cutting-edge, minimally invasive procedure not exactly envisioned for expectant young mothers.

Warning signs of an unhealthy gut

HOUSTON (May 4, 2018)

Unhealthy guts are a result of built-up toxins. Gabriela Gardner, clinical dietitian with the Ertan Digestive Disease Center at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and UT Health, said “toxins” is really just a term implying processed, high in fat or high-sugar foods. “That can...

'The human body is not designed for 140 miles a day': Memorial Hermann doctor on athletic strain of Ironman

HOUSTON (April 27, 2018)

With the Memorial Hermann Ironman North American Championship just around the corner, we sat down with Dr. Kevin Coupe, an orthopedic surgeon with Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute - The Woodlands and UT Physicians who gave us a quick guide into how triathlons impact one’s ...

'We’ve never seen posture as bad as it is today'

HOUSTON (April 27, 2018)

Americans are slouchy people these days, and it triggers everything from back pain to bad moods. But there’s hope: Even adults who’ve been slouching for decades can turn the bad habit around.

Learn the advancements and treatments offered for heart surgery at Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (April 25, 2018)

Dr. Marwan Jumean and Dr. Sukhdeep Basra share the advancements and treatments that Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute has to offer for open heart surgery.

In a bid to promote stem cell therapies, health officials open a new door for promising contenders

HOUSTON (April 13, 2018)

When someone experiences a severe head injury, it’s not just the initial blow that batters the brain. The body’s immune response can go haywire, overwhelming and sometimes continuing to damage the brain for months.

Athlete recovers from serious bicep injury, trains for Ironman Triathlon

HOUSTON (April 6, 2018)

"It did not hurt that much," says Lawrence Waldron of the moment his bicep tore off his tendon. "It just made a loud popping noise and I knew something was wrong."

While undergoing brain surgery, patient plays her flute

HOUSTON (April 2, 2018)

Doctors at a Houston hospital shared video of a woman playing the flute while on the operating table during a brain surgery procedure. The Texas Medical Center said Anna Henry, 63, was undergoing a procedure known as "deep brain stimulation" in the hopes of treating a condition known as essential...

Learn how robotics is helping doctors treat colorectal cancer

HOUSTON (March 28, 2018)

Dr. Scott McKnight With Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center shares how robotics is helping doctors treat colorectal cancer.

Brazos Middle School staff saved man's life during heart attack, thanks to AED

HOUSTON (March 23, 2018)

A group of educators are being hailed as heroes after all coming together to revive a man who suffered a heart attack in their school gym.

FDA Will Move Forward with Plans to Reduce Nicotine in Cigarettes

HOUSTON (March 19, 2018)

Dr. Pushan Jani, pulmonologist with Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center and UTHealth, discusses the effects of reducing nicotine in cigarettes.

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital launches new robotic surgical system

SUGAR LAND, TEXAS (March 15, 2018)

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital is providing an updated surgical experience for patients with the addition of a new robot, the da Vinci Xi.

A father’s heart disease sparks a son’s lifelong commitment to stopping the no. 1 cause of death

HOUSTON (March 2, 2018)

Dr. Maniar was only 9 years old when his dad fell ill, went to the doctor for a check-up and discovered that he had blockages in nearly every blood vessel leading to his heart. His situation was so dire that his medical team refused to let him return home and instead, rushed him to a nearby hospi...

Doctors helped revive the heart of Deborah Duncan's mom

HOUSTON (February 21, 2018)

Dr. William Ross Brown and Dr. Biswajit Kar with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute share how they helped revive the heart of Deborah Duncan's mom.

TAVR procedure saves 'Great Day Houston' host’s mother from congestive heart failure

HOUSTON (February 19, 2018)

After being told she had congestive heart failure and aortic stenosis, Dr. William Ross Brown, an interventional cardiologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center recommended Esther Duncan undergo the TAVR procedure.

Memorial Hermann Southeast expands cancer, cardiac services

HOUSTON (February 18, 2018)

Shortly after launching a new cardiac surgery program, Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital has expanded cancer treatment services, renovated its facilities and augmented its team of specialists.

What is a widowmaker heart attack?

HOUSTON (February 16, 2018)

Dr. Tuyen Nguyen, cardiovascular surgeon with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute and UTHealth, defines a widowmaker heart attack and the describes the signs and symptoms. Dr. Nguyen also discusses what viewers should know about modern heart care.

Woman saves husband of 50 years from "Widowmaker" Heart Attack

HOUSTON (February 16, 2018)

It’s a milestone that many couples dream of achieving: 50 years of marriage. The Turners agree that the biggest challenge they’ve ever faced came recently, when Edward suddenly experienced a cardiac arrest. “I remember waking up for work, and then nothing,” he says. For Lo...

Couple married 52 years celebrates life-saving miracle

HOUSTON (February 15, 2018)

Edward's heart stopped and his wife of 52 years, Lonna, jumped into action. In the treatment and recovery that followed, a patient at Memorial Hermann Medical Group Memorial City Cardiology.

Walmart steps up and into the health care fray

HOUSTON (February 15, 2018)

There are now 12 sites around the country used by Walmart, with marquee names like Mayo and Johns Hopkins. Last May Memorial Hermann's Mischer Neuroscience Institute was added to the roster.

Saving Her Valentine from a Deadly ‘WidowMaker’ Heart Attack

HOUSTON (February 14, 2018)

Dr. Hermann calls Edward a “miracle” patient because not many people survive a cardiac arrest without some degree of brain injury. “I can’t stress enough how important it was that his wife began CPR within minutes of his collapse. For each minute blood isn’t pumping ...

¿Qué diferencia hay entre un ataque y un paro cardiaco?

HOUSTON (February 7, 2018)

El doctor Amílcar Avendaño, del Memorial Hermann Medical Group, explica cómo identificar los síntomas en ambas situaciones y qué medidas se pueden tomar en el momento.

13 things you shouldn't do when you're pregnant, according to two doctors

HOUSTON (January 31, 2018)

Finding out that you're pregnant is exciting, but also nerve-wracking, considering the hundreds of lists out there telling mothers-to-be what not to do.

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center offers new procedure for recurring strokes

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (January 29, 2018)

As part of Hellard’s recovery plan, he was referred to TIRR Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands for inpatient rehabilitation. During treatment, Hellard was referred to an interventional cardiologist/heart disease specialist.

The Skin Infection All Parents Should Know About

HOUSTON (January 26, 2018)

Keno may never remember the week he spent in the hospital as an infant but his mother, Mimi, won’t forget. At just four months old, Keno spent five days at Children’s Memorial Hermann at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital where doctors treated him for staphylococcal scalded skin syn...

Officials confirm 5 flu-related deaths in Houston area this season

HOUSTON (January 12, 2018)

Within the halls of Houston ISD schools, nurses reported 421 cases of students with flu-like illness since the beginning of the school year.

Memorial Hermann Doctors Discuss Joint Pain

HOUSTON (January 10, 2018)

Dr. Victor Van Phan and patient Sherry O’Neal shares how you can get relief from joint pain.

What's bugging you? How to tell if you have the flu - and what to do about it

HOUSTON (January 10, 2018)

The weather has been messing with people all around Montgomery County, but it's also the peak of flu season. How do you know if you have flu, cold, allergies or simply a stomach bug?

Dr. Tanya Kajese and patient Donald Grabill shares his story on how he lost 202 lbs with Bariatric surgery

HOUSTON (January 10, 2018)

After having a baby Donald Grabill realized he needed to do something to lose weight and change his life for himself and his family.

Flu spreading faster than usual in Texas

HOUSTON (January 8, 2018)

The Center for Disease Control says Texas is one of the 26 states reporting "high flue activity." In Houston, the health department says 10 percent of all emergency room visits are due to flu-like symptoms.

Alive inside: How a Houston hospital restores patients with severe brain injuries

HOUSTON (December 11, 2017)

Across the country, thousands of people with severe brain injuries are wrongly labeled as unconscious each year. Among them, a small number make it to a Houston rehab hospital, where those with even the worst injuries get a shot at recovery.

Kothari: It’s time to talk about life, death and brain trauma

HOUSTON (December 11, 2017)

Thousands of people are wrongly labeled unconscious after severe brain injuries each year. Some have their life support withdrawn; some are sent to nursing homes and left to lay in bed, aware but unable to show it. A fortunate few make it to a Houston rehab hospital, where those with even the wor...

Fixing a hole in the heart

HOUSTON (December 6, 2017)

The Gift of a Healthy Heart

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017)

Participating physicians and medical practices contribute 100 percent of their fees and services to HeartGift. In Houston, HeartGift works with doctors affiliated with Memorial Hermann Health System and The University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth). This year, Ilhan was HeartGift-Houst...

What Do Your Keystrokes Say About Parkinson’s?

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017)

By the time Parkinson’s disease is diagnosed, the damage is likely already done. What if a smartphone app or computer keyboard could pick up Parkinson’s just from the way someone swiped or typed? Mya Schiess, MD, has been working with Giancardo for the past year and said this technolo...

Harvey's health toll only now starting to be realized

LEAGUE CITY, TEXAS (December 5, 2017)

In Harris County and the other hardest-hit regions of Texas, 17 percent of those who had houses damaged or suffered income loss report that someone in their household has a new or worsening health condition.

Dangers of holiday decor

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017)

People arrive at the hospital most frequently on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years with burns caused by Christmas trees and candles.

Houston man free of epileptic seizures months after surgery

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017)

Imagine going about your life one minute—then losing all control in the next. That'a reality for the more than three million Americans living with epilepsy.

Making Muscles: Doctors and physical therapists are demystifyng pelvic floor care

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017) Following the birth of her second child, Vanessa Schlitzkus had horrible back pain, well beyond typical post-delivery aches.

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital obtains robotic surgical system

CYPRESS, TEXAS (December 5, 2017)

Surgeons at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital performed the first surgery with the new da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system.

Trouble conceiving? A simple at-home test might help

HOUSTON (December 1, 2017)

It can be a long and emotional process for women trying to conceive, but a simple over-the-counter ovulation predictor kit is helping some women get pregnant and teaching them about their bodies.

Stroke physical therapist finds himself in need after health scare

HOUSTON (November 24, 2017)

Rudy Pijnnaken worked with stroke patients for years before finding himself in need of high-level care after tests showed that he had a blood clot which was starving his brain of oxygen.

Local job market continues to heat up

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (November 24, 2017)

The job market in The Woodlands and Montgomery County continues to heat up, fueled by the ongoing expansion of some of its largest employers, and just as the busy holiday hiring season arrives.

Enjoy the food this holiday season - just not too much

HOUSTON (November 20, 2017)

Brett Singer, sports dietitian with Memorial Hermann IRONMAN Sports Medicine Institute, acknowledges that feasting one day of the year will not make you unhealthy.

DentaQuest's $10,000 donation to Memorial Hermann Foundation Supports Mobile Dental Program in Houston Area Schools

HOUSTON (November 20, 2017)

DentaQuest recently announced their support of Memorial Hermann’s Mobile Dental program, which is part of the Memorial Hermann Health Centers for Schools program.

Cy-Fair officials examine national opioid epidemic

CYPRESS, TEXAS (November 18, 2017)

Joshua Steenburg grew up in Canada with dreams of becoming a hockey player, but after his family moved to the Greater Houston area, he said his friends pressured him to start smoking marijuana around age 15.

Doctors use cutting-edge technology to restore confidence to Houston-area woman with severe facial deformity

HOUSTON (November 18, 2017)

Over the years, other surgeries have helped to improve her jawline and most recently, her 19th surgery that made and implanted cheekbones to protect her face and eyes.

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital serves as wedding venue for couple

CYPRESS, TEXAS (November 18, 2017)

Life is unpredictable. Kelly Bailey Blomberg did not expect to change her wedding plans, but after a trip to the emergency center at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital, she found herself saying "I do" in a hospital chapel.

Memorial Hermann Recognized Nationally for Adoption of Electronic Clinical Quality Measures

HOUSTON (November 17, 2017)

The Joint Commission last week recognized Memorial Hermann Health System as a 2017 Pioneers in Quality™ Expert Contributor for its contributions to electronic clinical quality measure (eCQM) data.

Grant-A-Starr Foundation presents Cure for Tomorrow Gala

HOUSTON (November 16, 2017)

One of the Grant-A-Starr Foundation's key fundraising events, the annual Cure for Tomorrow Gala is a special evening and dinner benefiting the advancement of diagnostic testing to save children’s lives.

Cy-Fair ISD, Memorial Hermann Cypress launch partnership to promote physical activity in elementary classrooms

CYPRESS, TEXAS (November 15, 2017)

Memorial Hermann Cypress launched a partnership with Cy-Fair ISD this fall sponsoring GoNoodle Plus, a collection of more than 300 three- to five-minute interactive videos that promote physical activity while reinforcing concepts being taught in classrooms.

Local health care providers work to match growth in Pearland

PEARLAND, TEXAS (November 14, 2017)

Starting in early 2018, Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital will expand its pediatric and OB/GYN services as a response to the growth in the city.

Correa brightens kids' day at Houston hospital

HOUSTON (November 14, 2017)

Astros shortstop Carlos Correa  made a huge impact on a few dozen young patients at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital when he took some time to visit with them and take pictures and sign autographs.

How prescription vegetables are changing kids' lives

HOUSTON (November 14, 2017)

A program offered through Memorial Hermann is helping low-income families get access to fresh produce that they cannot afford.

Sugar Land clinic adds urologist

HOUSTON (November 13, 2017)

Urologist Kyle Keyes, MD, has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group Sugar Land Multi-Specialty Clinic.

Harvey Heroes: Nurses kayak through flooded streets to work

HOUSTON (November 13, 2017)

Two Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center nurses were so determined to get to work during Hurricane Harvey, they would've done just about anything -- including kayak.

Quicker and more comfortable treatment options for patients with prostate cancer

HOUSTON (November 8, 2017)

Radiation Oncologist Dr. Shariq Khwaja with Memorial Hermann discusses quicker, and more comfortable treatment options for patients with prostate cancer.

List of genes linked to breast cancer grows, enabling patients to take control of their health

HOUSTON (November 3, 2017)

At 32 years old, Kristen Adams has made a big decision. She has taken on all the risks of major surgery and opted to remove both breasts, even though she's perfectly healthy.

Katy woman cuts down on salt, loses 109 pounds

KATY, TEXAS (November 2, 2017)

We all know what we eat can affect our health, but a Katy woman learned this the hard way.

Let's Talk: Improving the way doctors deliver bad news to patients

HOUSTON (November 2, 2017)

Cancer treatment is advancing thanks to innovations like personalized medicine and immunotherapy, but some doctors are working to improve treatment through a low-tech technique: stronger communication.

How to avoid back pain during the holidays

HOUSTON (November 2, 2017)

A UTHealth doctor said 80 percent of the population will have back pain at some point in life. From activities like hanging Christmas lights to lifting heavy luggage, the holidays can be a treacherous time to injure your spine.

Houston couple names baby girl after Astros MVP George Springer

HOUSTON (November 2, 2017)

When lifelong Houston Astros fan Dustin Harbert found out his wife was pregnant, he told her he wanted to name the baby after the MVP. When he found out the baby was going to be a girl, he stuck to the plan and named her Zoe Georgia.

Astros fans stress the World Series

HOUSTON (November 1, 2017)

This World Series taking quite an emotional toll on Astros fans across the city. Doctors say it’s just a game, but that stress can have real consequences.

World Series leaves Astros fans fatigued

HOUSTON (November 1, 2017)

Many people are reaching for that extra cup of coffee after days of staying up late. Local doctors say that lack of sleep mixed with alcohol and unhealthy foods may be the perfect recipe for disaster.

Meet Chuck Stokes

HOUSTON (November 1, 2017)

The fly-fishing paintings and golf course photos in Chuck Stokes’ office are there to remind him that he should take time to relax - but there hasn’t been much down time.

Meet Deborah Gordon, CLO of Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (November 1, 2017)

Memorial Hermann is one of the largest integrated health care delivery systems in Texas, with more than $5 billion in total operating annual revenue and more than 25,000 employees.

Astros fan heading back to baseball after stroke

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (October 31, 2017)

“He’s already back to fishing. But his big hope is to go back to baseball, which we’re very very excited about," Dr. Shah said. Kingwood boy on a mission to get back to baseball after stroke.

Where are the 59 Leapfrog straight-A hospitals?

KATY, TEXAS (October 31, 2017)

The Leapfrog Group has assigned letter grades to hospitals based on their patient safety performance twice annually since spring 2012. Fifty-nine of those hospitals have earned an A in every update, including the fall 2017 update released Tuesday. These 59 straight-A hospitals have maintained the...

Memorial Hermann offering laughing gas to women in labor

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (October 30, 2017)

Every mother knows labor pain is no laughing matter, but Memorial Hermann The Woodlands disagrees. They are the first hospital in Houston to offer nitrous oxide during labor.

League City mayor buoyed by fighting spirit and good friends after heart attack

HOUSTON (October 30, 2017)

League City Mayor Pat Hallisey suffered multiple heart attacks and previous surgical bypasses failed. Blood flow to the lower half of his body was cut off.

Midwives Can Now Help Deliver Babies in Houston Hospitals

HOUSTON (October 30, 2017)

Ralph DeAyala walks in to Elyse Cho’s office bearing good news: The hospital that his obstetrics and gynecology practice is affiliated with, the Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

Even Houston's newborns are rooting for the Astros

HOUSTON (October 24, 2017)

On Tuesday, the staff from the hospital system released a set of special photos of some of the newest Houstonians decked out in Astros gear.

Live-stream app helps families connect with NICU babies

HOUSTON (October 20, 2017)

When about-to-be parents rush to the hospital for delivery full of the joy and terror, there is almost never the thought that when they leave their newborn will not be with them.

Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital pursues Level 4 trauma designation

PEARLAND, TEXAS (October 19, 2017)

Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital is in the beginning stages of applying for Level IV trauma designation, which will qualify the hospital to treat and transfer trauma patients more effectively.

Stay healthy! 35 ways doctors never get sick

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (October 19, 2017)

Top medical professionals reveal how they stay healthy all throughout cold and flu season. Megha Tewari, MD, a family medicine doctor affiliated with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center, comments.

Katy woman calls herself a 'thriver' after cancer

KATY, TEXAS (October 16, 2017)

"I'm a thriver not a survivor. Cancer gave me more than it took," Iris Gerken said.

Heart attack victim and Texas football coach reunites with cardiologist

HOUSTON (October 12, 2017)

After a massive heart attack, Rick Owens' arteries were 99 percent clogged and had to be reopened with four heart stents.

The No. 1 Harvey-related ailment now: respiratory problems

HOUSTON (October 4, 2017)

Doctors with Memorial Hermann Health System, Baylor College of Medicine and Kelsey Seybold Clinics said this week they have been seeing more patients, particularly those from areas hit hard by flooding, whose asthma or allergies has flared up lately.

The flu shot: The myths, the facts and why doctors recommend it

HOUSTON (October 3, 2017)

It's not unreasonable to have such questions when a stranger in a lab coat asks you to sign a waiver and then comes at you with a needle. And many of us have had experiences that warrant skepticism about the flu vaccine.

Nurses who 'navigate' - a new field emerges in cancer care

HOUSTON (October 3, 2017)

In her 20 years as a practicing nurse, they've all been spent as an Oncology Nurse where she helps patients with cancer overcome, and sometimes cope with succumbing to, the disease.

A rash of acute bronchitis cases since Harvey inundated the area

HOUSTON (September 28, 2017)

A month after Harvey swamped Katy and the Greater Houston area residents across the region are continuing to flood into clinics, urgent cares and doctors’ offices complaining about stuffy noses and coughs that just won’t go away.

Hurricane Heroes Helping Others During Harvey

HOUSTON (September 20, 2017)

Neonatologist Dr. Carla Collado and Chef Steven Cantu with Memorial Hermann braved the storm to make sure their patients were cared for.

Debris piles, sediment pose health risks

HOUSTON (September 20, 2017)

As residents work to clean out their flooded homes, they may not realize the risks that remain in their streets.

Nurses step up during Hurricane Harvey

HOUSTON (September 19, 2017)

Nurses who were on duty during the storm continued to care for patients, slept on cots, delivered hot meals and put aside worries about how their own homes would fare during Harvey.

UTHealth Works to Bring Awareness, Education to Mitochondrial Diseases

HOUSTON (September 18, 2017)

Mitochondrial disease was put in the spotlight earlier this year when the parents of Charlie Gard, an infant from London, sought a way to treat his mitochondrial DNA depletion syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes progressive brain damage and muscle weakness.

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital receives new Level III NICU designation

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (September 18, 2017)

Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital announced Monday the Texas Department of State Health Services designated the hospital as housing the first Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Montgomery County.

Tips for mattress-buying from a sleep specialist

HOUSTON (September 15, 2017)

For the thousands of people whose houses and belongings were damaged by floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey, mattresses are just one more necessary expense. Since mattresses can cost thousands of dollars, it is important to consider priorities, such as health and finances, before making an investme...

A man’s inspirational story after bypass surgery

HOUSTON (September 15, 2017)

Rivera went into surgery almost immediately. He then made a picture perfect recovery, thanks to Dr. Donald Gibson, a cardiothoracic surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.

You snooze, you lose? The majority of Americans wake up thinking about money

HOUSTON (September 14, 2017)

What's the reason you get out of bed in the morning? If it's money, you're in good company. A new survey found that money and work are the first things on the minds of most Americans (56 percent of men and 48 percent of women, respectively) when they wake up in the morning.

Flooding leads to increased skin, respiratory and GI infections

HOUSTON (September 12, 2017)

The floodwater has receded, but chances of getting sick from it are still very high.

Surgeon rescued after using boat to save more than 100 people during Harvey

HOUSTON (September 8, 2017)

It wasn't just first responders, but everyday citizens who rescued hundreds of people during Harvey. One of them is a neurosurgeon at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital. When the water started to rise in Meyerland, Dr. Joseph Cochran became a hero.

Texas mom drives into Hurricane Harvey to get son to hospital for brain surgery

HOUSTON (September 8, 2017)

While Houstonians were evacuating before the arrival of Hurricane Harvey, San Antonio mom Lilliana Castro was doing quite the opposite. She hopped in the car with her four children and headed straight into the storm’s path.

She worked six straight days in the NICU during Harvey, then she went into labor

HOUSTON (September 8, 2017)

For six days during Hurricane Harvey, Jessie Dolan knew one speed: hyper drive – or at least as fast as her nine-month pregnancy  allowed her to move.

Tips for catching up on sleep

HOUSTON (September 8, 2017)

After Harvey, you may be finding it hard to sleep. The floods created a disruption from which we're still recovering, said Elizabeth Haberer, a psychotherapist in private practice. But in this post-Harvey period, there are a few things you can do to sleep better.

5 Kegel Exercise Mistakes You're Probably Making

HOUSTON (August 30, 2017)

“Patients say they’ve been doing their Kegels, and it turns out they’re doing them backwards,” says April Dominick, with Memorial Hermann Pelvic Floor Health Center – Memorial City.

Interview With A Cardiovascular Disease Specialist: Dr. Nilay Mehta, DO

HOUSTON (August 10, 2017)

Take a break from studying for your Cardiology Certification or MOC exam; here’s an interview with Cardiologist, Dr. Nilay Mehta, for inspiration.

Allergy symptoms point to more serious diagnosis for Memorial Hermann Northwest patient

HOUSTON (August 10, 2017)

Joe Chapman felt all the usual symptoms associated with allergies, except he also felt shortness of breath, chest pressure and bit of heart fluttering. Prompting the doctor to consult Dr. Nilay Mehta, a cardiovascular disease specialist at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

How Houston hospitals fare in new U.S. News rankings

HOUSTON (August 8, 2017)

TIRR Memorial Hermann again ranked as the second best hospital for rehabilitative care in U.S. News & World Report's annual survey of the nation's best hospitals, released Tuesday.

I Ditched Screens in Bed But That’s Not The Only Reason I Sleep Better

HOUSTON (August 7, 2017)

Reporter Nicole Spector explores what’s good and bad for your brain if you’re hoping to catch those zzz’s.

Cancer survivor dedicated to inspiring others in their battle

HOUSTON (August 4, 2017)

A Houston woman, Clara Lambert, who survived an aggressive form of cancer, hasn't left the hospital where she was treated. She's turned her medical struggle into inspiration for others.

Demystifing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

HOUSTON (August 3, 2017)

Sarrah Hannon, 30, lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a group of genetic connective tissue disorders. The most abundant protein in her body, collagen, is failing her.

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital Teams Up with Harris County Attorneys for Life-Saving CPR Classes

HOUSTON (August 2, 2017)

Houston attorney Rand Mintzer and his colleagues recently partnered with Memorial Hermann Heart &Vascular Institute-Southwest to bring certified CPR training to Harris County attorneys, prosecutors and court workers.

Houston History Life Flight: Saving lives for four decades

HOUSTON (August 1, 2017)

At a time when Houston didn't even have an official ambulance system, the idea of medical helicopters swooping into urban mayhem and whisking away patients fighting for their lives might have seemed impossible.

Why You Should Still See Your GYN Every Year, Even If You Don’t Always Need a Pap

HOUSTON (July 28, 2017)

Some women don't need a pap test every year, thanks to new official recommendations. But do those recommendations apply to you? And does it mean you can skip your checkup altogether? Not so fast.

New Zika Testing Recommendations for Pregnant Women: What You Need to Know

HOUSTON (July 26, 2017)

The Zika virus and the birth defects it could inflict have struck fear in pregnant women since the disease spread to the Americas two years ago.

This mysterious disease makes people laugh even when nothing is funny

HOUSTON (July 26, 2017)

One second you're fine, the next moment you're crying hysterically. Then just as suddenly, the crying stops, and you're laughing uncontrollably. That’s what it’s like for people with PseudoBulbar Affect (or PBA), a condition that causes uncontrollable crying and/or laughing.

Texas Senate wants to know why so many mothers are dying after child birth

HOUSTON (July 24, 2017)

The state would expand its investigation into why so many mothers are dying after delivering babies in Texas under legislation that won initial approval from the Senate Monday and could win final passage as early as Tuesday.

High-Risk Pregnancy Center opens at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital

CYPRESS, TEXAS (July 24, 2017)

A new High-Risk Pregnancy Center, also known as a maternal-fetal medicine—or MFM—clinic, opened at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital July 10.

Growing shortage of ob-gyn doctors threatens women’s health

HOUSTON (July 20, 2017)

Nathan and the four other full-time ob-gyn doctors at the Los Angeles clinic are all fully booked for the next two months.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Cardiology Welcomes New Physician

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (July 12, 2017)

With training in the latest technology, Dr. Agan sees patients for a variety of conditions including evaluation of chest pain, basic arrhythmias, coronary and peripheral artery disease, valvular heart disease and congestive heart failure.

Weight-loss procedure offers patients relief from food cravings

HOUSTON (July 6, 2017)

“I've lost, like, right at 200 pounds. When I started I weighed around 415, and I'm around 215 right now,” said Nick Bone after undergoing weight loss surgery with Dr. John Primomo.

Girl from Mongolia comes to Houston for heart procedure

HOUSTON (July 6, 2017)

Sarangoo Menjargal, 11, traveled all the way to Texas from Mongolia just to get proper treatment for the atrial septal defect she has.

'Life vest' designated to save heart attack victims

HOUSTON (June 15, 2017)

Imagine being home alone and your heart stops. It would typically lead to sudden death, however, a man is alive today because his doctor suggested he use something called a life vest.

Memorial Hermann offers tech remedy for those lost in hospital's maze

HOUSTON (June 8, 2017)

Memorial Herman Health System has launched a pilot program called Find My Way, which lets users turn their phone into a tracking device that takes them from their front door to the parking garage closest to their appointment.

Sponsored Roundtable Discussion: How New Technologies Can Facilitate Surgical Mitral Repair

HOUSTON (May 31, 2017)

In a roundtable discussion filmed at the 2016 EACTS Annual Meeting in Barcelona, Spain, Song Wan of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Rüdiger Lange of the German Heart Center share their opinions on current and future trends in mitral valve repair while Tom Nguyen of the University of ...

College shots: Woodlands doctor answers common college vaccine concerns

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (May 24, 2017)

Woodlands Online spoke with Dr. Batista about vaccines for college-bound students and how to prevent several possibly life-threatening diseases.

Katy teen develops massive blood clot after long flight

HOUSTON (May 22, 2017)

A Katy teen survived a massive blood clot that developed after long flight from Asia. Annie Beirne share her story along with Dr. Stuart Harlin, a surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.

Midwives in demand at local Houston hospitals

HOUSTON (May 10, 2017)

An increase in Houstonians with respiratory infections after flooding

HOUSTON (May 10, 2017)

About a month after the flood waters receded, Harvey is still finding a way to do harm to Houstonians as more people make their way to the emergency room because of respiratory infections.

Donor's mum writes heartwarming letter to heart transplant recipient

HOUSTON (April 30, 2017)

A heartwarming video has gone viral on social media this weekend, in which a heart transplant recipient reads an emotional letter from the mother of his donor.

Cyclists Ride to Austin to Raise Money, Awareness About Multiple Sclerosis

HOUSTON (April 27, 2017)

Carol Ruiz was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) when she was 32 years old. It's been a swift change of life in two years.

Humble man's heart failure reversed through innovative treatment

HOUSTON (April 26, 2017)

Stanley Botten underwent a surgery to repair a hiatal hernia in January 2017 only to return to the hospital to learn he'd been hit with his second pulmonary embolism.

New recommendations for baby sleeping safety

HOUSTON (April 17, 2017)

She keeps the crib empty. No toys, no blankets, no bumpers, and that’s exactly how baby Jackson should sleep, says Dr. Rita Muthappa, the NICU Medical Director.

Medical Group Memorial City welcomes new physician

HOUSTON (April 4, 2017)

Family medicine physician Charles "Chase" Whitehead, MD, has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group Memorial City.

Cypress booming, new Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital addition and more

CYPRESS, TEXAS (March 28, 2017)

From the expansion of the Grand Parkway to new business openings, the Cypress area is experiencing quite a boom.

New LifeVest lowers risk for death post heart attack

HOUSTON (March 27, 2017)

A heart attack can be scary, and often deadly. Now a new, wearable device is helping to lower the risk of this deadly condition.

Memorial Hermann set to open $168 million hospital in Cypress

CYPRESS, TEXAS (March 23, 2017)

The 81-bed Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital will be opening on Friday, March 31.

Marathon runner who collapsed reunites with those who saved his life in Houston

HOUSTON (March 7, 2017)

A runner who suffered a major heart attack within sight of the finish line of a Houston race lived to run again thanks to physicians at the race and Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands welcomes new endocronologist

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (March 7, 2017)

Board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, endocrinologist Navneet Kainth, MD, has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Welcomes New Endocrinologist Physician

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (March 7, 2017)

Dr. Kainth joins family medicine physician Monica Martinez, MD, and certified physician assistant Larry Long, MPAS, PA-C, as part of Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Suite 101.

Ways to Prevent Blood Clots and Save Your Life

HOUSTON (March 1, 2017)

Close to 1 million people are affected by blood clots each year. If not caught in time, it could travel to your heart and kill you. Vascular surgeon Arash Keyhani and interventional radiologist doctor Dean Chauvin with Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute- Memorial City discuss.

Health care options expand across northwest region

HOUSTON (February 17, 2017)

Memorial Hermann has opened a new Convenient Care Center in Spring and plans to build a new hospital in Cypress.

The many reasons behind the increase in twins

HOUSTON (February 16, 2017)

The CDC says the twin birth rate has been increasing for the last three decades. In the 1980s, one in 53 pregnancies resulted in twins. Now, the statistic is one in 30.

Chest pain? Might be one of these 7 things

HOUSTON (February 16, 2017)

The mention of chest pain conjures up images of a heart attack, but there are plenty of other diseases that can trigger this symptom. Here are seven conditions that can cause chest pain

Treating Heart Valve Disease

HOUSTON (February 15, 2017)

Treating Heart Valve Disease

HOUSTON (February 15, 2017)

Dr. Tuyen Nguyen discusses treating heart valve disease on Great Day Houston.

Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery

HOUSTON (February 15, 2017)

Dr. Tom Nguyen, cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute-Texas Medical Center discusses a variety of minimally-invasive techniques to cure heart valve disease.

What you need to know to avoid sports injuries

HOUSTON (February 15, 2017)

If it's been a while since you've worked out -- or if you're trying a new fitness regimen -- chances are good you might have some aches and pains afterward. Enny Audu went to the Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute-Memorial City and UT Health and found out she had a lumbar annular ...

What new moms need to know about hair loss

HOUSTON (February 14, 2017)

As a parent, there are a lot of moments that make you panic, from the first fever, to the first fall. Babies make new parents worry. However, new moms in particular, experience hair loss for a completely different reason than worry. Dr. Pamela Berens, of Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, expl...

Houston patient receives dissolvable heart stent

HOUSTON (February 13, 2017)

Nearly 600,000 metal stents are inserted into patients in the US each year. But a new kind of stent is being implanted by Dr. Prakash Balan, cardiologist with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute.

Willis teen pushes through paralysis, set to walk in May

THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (February 10, 2017)

A Willis teenager paralyzed from the waist down in a serious auto accident last year is on track to walk across the Sam Houston State University stage for his high school graduation in May. "Walking honestly wasn't even a goal (in the beginning)," said Matthew Haynes, TIRR Memorial Hermann The Wo...

Restoring Your Heartbeat

HOUSTON (February 6, 2017)

Dr. Sunil Reddy, a cardiac electrophysiologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, talks about how to treat an irregular heartbeat.

Royal Luncheon Sells Out in Houston as a Fashion Star Answers the Tough Questions

HOUSTON (February 6, 2017)

“Sold out.” What sweeter words could a chairwoman hear? That was the happy news reported by Bobbie Nau, chair of the Memorial Hermann Razzle Dazzle “Goes Royal” luncheon. The ninth annual fundraiser for the Bobetta C. Lindig Breast Center at Memorial Hermann Memorial City ...

Rare medical procedure helps young ball player return to field

HOUSTON (February 6, 2017)

A rare, innovative open-heart surgery performed by Dr. Ali Dodge-Khatami at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital fixed an 8-year-old’s heart and had him back on the baseball diamond a month later.

Two Houston doctors will have authority to bench Super Bowl players with head injuries

HOUSTON (February 2, 2017)

The two most powerful men on the sidelines during the Super Bowl on Sunday might not be the ones calling plays. Two Houston doctors will have the authority to stop play. Pull a player out of the game. Tell him he can't return.

Featured Profile and Interview With Tom C. Nguyen, MD

HOUSTON (January 8, 2017)

Dr Tom C. Nguyen is an Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Director of Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston.

 

Combating Twin Twin Transfusion Syndrome

HOUSTON (December 12, 2016)

Dr. Anthony Johnson, Co-Director of The Fetal Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, shares a procedure and treatment that helps save a set of twins.

Why You Don't Live With Joint Pain

HOUSTON (November 14, 2016)

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital is at the forefront of Orthopedic Care. Find out more about how they are revolutionizing hip and knee replacement surgeries -- and how they can help you get back on your feet the very same day!

Medical Hot Topics

HOUSTON (November 14, 2016)

Deborah Duncan chats with a panel of medical experts on some of the latest hot topics making medical news. On the panel are Family & Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Terri Alani, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Trenton Carlyle... And Head And Neck Surgeon Dr. Ifepo sofola.

Memorial Hermann accommodates continued growth in Lake Houston area

HOUSTON (October 10, 2016)

With the opening of the Kingwood Convenient Care Center and construction of a new tower at Memorial Hermann Northeast, the Memorial Hermann Health System continues to work toward accommodating population growth and medical needs in the community.

Doctors say flu mist doesn't work, more will have to endure "a little pinch" this year

HOUSTON (September 21, 2016)

Doctors across the nation are getting ready but the CDC advisory committee has recently made a big recommendation that will affect many of you who dread "the needle".

Dr. Dhiekson Silva answers questions about flu season

HOUSTON (September 21, 2016)

We're coming up on flu season. Memorial Hermann Medical Group, Dr. Dhiekson Silva joins us live to answer your questions on what we can expect this season.

Health officials offer tips for childhood obesity awareness month

HOUSTON (September 19, 2016)

Childhood obesity awareness month takes place in September, shedding light on the fact that one-third of American children and teens are overweight or obese.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Welcomes New Physician

HOUSTON (August 30, 2016)

 Dr. Martinez sees patients ages newborn and up, providing focused care for a number of illness including diabetes and hypertension.

All parents must be alert for concussions, doctor says

HOUSTON (August 25, 2016)

As your kids begin to settle in to their back to school routine, a warning to parents about concussions. On the field, one powerful hit "results in metabolic changes, chemical changes," and can change your kid forever, without you even knowing it, according to a Houston sports neuropsychologist. ...

Doctor Offers Tip for Back to School Sleep Schedule

HOUSTON (August 14, 2016)

Dr. Toni Odumosu, a physician with Memorial Hermann Medical Group and Memorial Hermann Convenient Care Center in Cypress offers some tips that could prove to be helpful for students’ transition to a routine sleep schedule for the new school year.

Community welcomes new Memorial Hermann Medical Group Pediatrics primary care center in Atascocita

HOUSTON (August 10, 2016)

Situated along West Lake Houston Parkway near the intersection of Will Clayton Parkway, the Memorial Hermann Medical Group Pediatrics primary care center will serve as a medical option for families needing pediatric medical care in the neighboring communities.

Worker suffers heat exhaustion at top of HS stadium lights

HOUSTON (August 9, 2016)

Firefighters were called to Aldine ISD's WW Thorne Stadium in north Harris County for a high angle rescue. A worker suffered heat exhaustion while working on lights at the stadium at 1865 Aldine Bender Road and called for help to get down.

Cooling off is a real challenge during Houston's dangerous heat

HOUSTON (August 9, 2016)

In every part of the city you can find people working hard in the heat and doing what they can to cool off.

The Future of Aortic Stenosis Treatment: Sternotomy, Minimally Invasive, or TAVR?

HOUSTON (July 28, 2016)

Filmed at the 2016 STS Annual Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, a group of experts discuss the future of aortic stenosis treatment. The panelists weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the standard sternotomy, right mini-thoracotomy, and TAVR treatment options.

New physician joins Memorial Hermann Medical Group

HOUSTON (July 12, 2016)

Patlan sees patients of all ages and treats a variety of conditions, ranging from chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes, to acute medical conditions like pneumonia and sinusitis.

Managing Crohn's Disease

HOUSTON (June 25, 2016)

Fifteen Years of Publication: Then And Now Where Advances Are Revolutionizing Stroke Treatment

HOUSTON (June 23, 2016)

James Grotta, MD, FAAN, director of stroke research and the mobile stroke program at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas and other leading stroke experts look back at the research advances over the last 15 years in diagnosis and treatment — from the emergence of novel an...

Memorial Hermann Medical Group opens pediatrics practice in Katy

HOUSTON (May 11, 2016)

Pediatrician’s Krystal Batchelor, D.O., Linda Dang, M.D., Lisa Ecroyd, M.D., Lauren Shepard, D.O., and Brooke Swearingen, M.D., are anchoring the Memorial Hermann Medical Group’s newest primary care location in Katy.

Despite medical progress, a baffling birth defect is on the rise

HOUSTON (April 25, 2016)

Federal and state health officials are warning about a steady and unexplained rise in the number of babies born with gastroschisis, a birth defect in which a length of intestines protrudes through an opening in the abdominal wall.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group Cardiology The Woodlands Welcomes New Physician

HOUSTON (April 8, 2016)

Dr. Bassett graduated from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and provides skilled cardiovascular care for patients ages 18 and up.

Memorial Urology Associates in Memorial City and Katy will join Memorial Hermann Medical Group

HOUSTON (March 25, 2016)

Beginning Friday, April 1, Memorial Urology Associates in Memorial City and Katy will join Memorial Hermann Medical Group and become Memorial Hermann Medical Group Urology.

Researchers connect stroke symptoms to Daylight Saving Time

HOUSTON (March 11, 2016)

During the first two days after everyone springs forward one hour for daylight saving time, research shows the rate for a common type of stroke is eight percent higher.

Simple lifestyle changes can bring heart health

HOUSTON (March 10, 2016)

Each year, the incidence of heart disease rises, and for as long as I can remember, heart disease has been America's No. 1 killer.

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital cardiologist offers heart healthy advice

HOUSTON (February 12, 2016)

Not smoking is the obvious place to start but taking part in a vigorous exercise program three to four times a week is also important,” says Dr. Marcin Bujak, M.D., interventional cardiologist, affiliated with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital .

Memorial Hermann Medical Group Firethorne Welcomes Family Medicine Physician

HOUSTON (February 5, 2016)

Rafael Moncayo, MD, a board certified family medicine physician, recently joined the Memorial Hermann Medical Group (MHMG) Firethorne in Katy.

Stem cell treatment could help paralyzed patients move

HOUSTON (January 15, 2016)

Paralyzed from the neck down, 20-year-old Louis Tontodonato has enrolled in the first clinical trial testing the ability of stem cells to repair spinal cord injuries and restore sensation and movement in quadriplegics.

Ben Roethlisberger confirms on radio show he tore ligaments in throwing shoulder

HOUSTON (January 11, 2016)

Dr. Walt Lowe weighs in on Ben Roethlisberger's injured shoulder after a game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Mobile stroke units bring treatment to patients, potentially improving long-term outcomes

HOUSTON (January 1, 2016)

At least three U.S. medical centers are evaluating the benefits of deploying specially equipped mobile stroke units to respond to emergency calls for patients with suspected strokes.

Expert: Andy Dalton's thumb likely a 4-week recovery in best-case scenario

HOUSTON (December 14, 2015)

Dr. Matthew Koeplinger estimates when the Cincinnati Bengals can expect quarterback Andy Dalton to return to the field after suffering a fractured thumb.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group Alvin welcomes new physician

HOUSTON (November 30, 2015)

Family medicine physician Dr. Ryan Jennings, MD, has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group and is anchoring the newest primary care location in Alvin.