(Rockwall) September 5, 2013 – Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall is engaging and empowering patients to take a more active role in their health by prescribing interactive, multi-modal programs created by Emmi Solutions, LLC. The programs use language patients understand to help them make sense of a complex medical condition, walk them through an upcoming procedure […]
Rockwall hospital named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare for third time (Rockwall) August 28, 2013 – Modern Healthcare magazine recently released their 2013 list of “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” and for the third year in a row Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall is included. The annual list, which recognizes 100 […]
(Rockwall) August 28, 2013 – Phase one of a nearly $5 million master plan is taking shape at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, thanks to a generous donation by local businessman JER “Bob” Chilton, and the ongoing support of donors to the Capital Campaign. “It’s an exciting time for members, our staff and the […]
(Rockwall) August 27, 2013 – Many exciting developments are taking place at the JER Chilton YMCA at Rockwall, and among them is the hiring of Membership and Wellness Director, Sharyn Hightower. Sharyn is looking forward to beginning her new role on Sept. 30th, but she is definitely no stranger to the Y. She has been with […]
(Rockwall) August 27, 2013 – The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) and International Lactation Consultant Association® (ILCA®) have recognized Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Rockwall for excellence in lactation care. Texas Health Rockwall has received the IBCLC Care Award in recognition for staffing professionals who hold the prestigious International Board Certified Lactation Consultant® certification […]
(Rockwall County / Heath) August 27, 2013 – There will be a FREE Heath Community Senior Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Heath Community Room, 200 Laurence Drive in Heath. The event is open to all seniors, family members and residents who are interested in learning more about […]
(Rockwall) August 24, 2013 – Seven lucky Rockwall Crossing Orthodontics patients are smiling even bigger this summer as winners of the practice’s latest contest. Each week, one lucky name has been drawn from a pool of entries to win a special beach towel. (One entry allowed per patient per visit.) Beach towel winners to date include Emily […]
(Rowlett) August 19, 2013 – Jackie Cox, emergency services director at Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, was recently named a 2013 South Region Nursing Excellence regional finalist by Nurse.com. Cox is a finalist in the staff/patient management category, one of six categories for the award. The Nursing Excellence Awards honor superior nurses in regions […]
August 18, 2013 – Texas Regional Medical Center at Sunnyvale will offer a lecture 3:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, about steps people can take to avoid knee pain and damage. Dr. Jeff Zhao, an orthopedic surgeon, will share advice and discuss treatment options. There is no charge for the lecture. It will be in the […]
(Rockwall) August 15, 2013 – If your family is like mine, any fun weekend is likely to turn chaotic at a moment’s notice. Unfortunately, chaos sometimes turns into a critical need for medical attention. I have come to realize, from experience, that planning ahead for that possibility is as necessary as the weekend grocery list. […]