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July 9 2019
The Importance of Primary Care: Meet Dr. Aparasu
The best prescription for good health is building a long-term and ongoing relationship with a primary care physician. Studies have shown significant health benefits result when adults see a primary care doctor – such as an internal medicine physician – on an annual basis. Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of adult diseases. The benefit ...
HOUSTON (July 8, 2019) – Medical studies have shown that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may increase the risk of several eye diseases including cataracts, growths on the eye, macular degeneration and cancer. In support of UV Safety Month, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) encourages shielding eyes from the sun’s harmful rays with 100 percent UV-blocking sunglasses and broad-brimme...
HOUSTON (June 26, 2019) – St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) is pleased to announce that Harold E. Gottlieb, MD, MBA, CPE has been appointed Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Gottlieb is board-certified in Internal Medicine and is a Certified Physician Executive with The American Association for Physician Leadership. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a master’s degree in business administration f...
HOUSTON (June 18, 2019) – St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) is honoring cancer survivors this month with celebration events for former cancer patients who were treated at its cancer centers. “We are so proud to honor our former cancer patients in recognition of Cancer Survivors Day in June,” said Radiation Oncologist Ngoc Pham, M.D. “We enjoy catching up with our patients to see how they are doing ...
HOUSTON (June 12, 2019) – Most sports programs in Houston-area schools require a physical exam to determine if the student athlete is able to participate safely in a chosen sport and other extracurricular activities. To help parents get their students ready, Robert Horry Sports Medicine at St. Joseph Medical Center is offering free physicals on Saturday, July 20 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Primary care a...
HOUSTON (June 5, 2019) – St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) is honoring cancer survivors this month with celebration events for former cancer patients who were treated at its freestanding cancer centers. “We are so proud to honor our former cancer patients in recognition of Cancer Survivors Day in June,” said Radiation Oncologist Sanjay C. Mehta, M.D. “We enjoy catching up with our patients to see h...
Pictured above from L to R: Alfredo Martinez, HFD Asst. Chief; Justin Wells, HFD Asst. Chief; Sam Pena, HFD Chief, Randall Walthall, HFD EMS Award Winner; Kim Bassett, St. Joseph President; Donald Johnson, SJMC EMS Director and Brenden Hayden, Steward System VP of EMS HOUSTON (May 29, 2019) – Four EMS providers who have gone above and beyond in their interactions within the medical community and S...
HOUSTON (March 25, 2019) – In preparation for National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, May 19-24th, St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) is proud to introduce the Houston “EMS Stewards of the Community” Awards and is now accepting nominations for EMS providers who go above and beyond in their interactions with St. Joseph patients. SJMC, a Steward family hospital, will accept nominations of ...
March 20,1019 STATEMENT BY THE ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON ON CARDINAL DINARDO’S RECOVERY FROM A MILD STROKE HOUSTON — Following a mild stroke experienced last Friday evening while leading a Lenten observance of the Stations of the Cross, we are pleased to report that Cardinal DiNardo’s condition has improved to the point that he was discharged from St. Joseph’s Hospital today — and ha...
Lower extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects almost nine percent of people in the U.S. and more than 30 million Americans suffer from varicose veins, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The symptoms of and treatments for these two conditions were presented by Jon-Cecil Walkes, M.D. at the recent 6th Annual Women’s Heart Luncheon at St. Joseph Medical Center. Walkes is boar...
In the United States, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women and is expected to cause about 51,020 deaths in 2019, according to the American Cancer Society. More than 60 percent of deaths could be prevented by screening. Physicians from St. Joseph Medical Center will discuss ways to diagnose and treat the disease at a free breakfast for members of th...
February 15 2019
Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack and Stroke
Learn the Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack and Stroke at a Free Breakfast for Seniors Feb. 27 at St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights
The Women of Wellness (WOW) Program of St. Joseph Medical Center will celebrate the American Heart Association’s Heart Health Month with a health fair, partner expo and luncheon on Friday, Feb. 8.
The battle against breast cancer—the second leading cause of cancer death in women—is best fought by early detection, screening mammograms and knowledge, agreed the medical experts addressing women attending the Third Annual Pink Power Luncheon at St. Joseph Medical Center October 19.
November is Bladder Health Month designed to raise awareness about bladder conditions and to encourage individuals to talk with their health care providers about any problems they are experiencing.
Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death for adults age 65 and older, according to the National Safety Council. The good news is that falls are preventable and aging itself is not a cause of falling.
Learn how to lessen the chance of falling at a free breakfast presentation titled “Fall Prevention: Simple Tips to Keep You on Your Feet” by Elizabeth Rothrock, RN and Trauma Program Manager of St. Joseph Medical Center. The program will be held on Wednesday, October 24, from 8 – 9:30 a.m. in the basement-level cafeteria at St. Joseph in The Heights, 1917 Ashland St.
Join members of the Senior Advantage Program at St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights on Wednesday, October 10, from 2-3:30 p.m. for Bingo and light refreshments. The fun takes place in the basement-level cafeteria of the hospital at 1917 Ashland Street. Seating is limited and reservations can be made by calling 713-969-5376 by Monday, October 8. ...
St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights announces that Jose Echavarria has been promoted to Administrator and Stacie Velasco, MSN, RN has been promoted to Assistant Chief Nursing Officer.
August 16 2018
Low-Cost School Sports Physicals Offered August 18
Robert Horry Sports Medicine at St. Joseph Medical Center is offering these physicals for $15 on Saturday, August 18 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. St. Joseph physicians will check the athlete's vitals, joints, flexibility and vision. A short fitness assessment will also be included.
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