Special delivery: New Year’s baby at Lake Pointe

Special delivery: New Year’s baby at Lake Pointe

(ROWLETT-January 8, 2013) Proud parents Marquetta Noel Vaughn and Khaliq Threlkeld welcomed into the world daughter Sonja Michelle Threlkeld on Jan. 2, 2013. At 19” long and 6 lbs., 13 ozs, Sonja is Lake Pointe Medical Center’s first 2013 New Year’s baby. Sonja Michelle Threlkeld 1-2-2013 4:46AM 19” long 6 lbs. 13 ozs. Submitted by […]

Lake Pointe earns ‘A’ for patient safety for second time this year

(DALLAS – December 3, 2012) –Lake Pointe Medical Center based in Rowlett recently received an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. This is the second A rating that Lake Pointe Medical Center has received from The Leapfrog Group. The A […]

Lake Pointe hosts Open House Monday to introduce daVinci Surgical System

Community welcome to meet the newest member of the surgical team during an Open House from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Nov. 12 at Lake Pointe Medical Center in Rowlett (Rowlett – November 11, 2012) The Lake Pointe Health Network, based in Rowlett, is pleased to introduce the da Vinci® SiTM Surgical System to its operating […]

Lake Pointe Health Network honors volunteers at annual luncheon

(November 7, 2012) Lake Pointe Health Network celebrated 163 years of combined volunteer service with a Mexican fiesta-themed Hats Off to Volunteers on October 24. Volunteers and guests included family members and friends along with executive, administrative and hospital staff.  Long standing volunteer, Charlene Schwaneke, celebrated 25 years of contribution and service to LakePointe and […]

Brett Lee named CEO of Lake Pointe Health Network

November 1, 2012 – The Lake Pointe Health Network, based in Rowlett, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brett D. Lee as chief executive officer, effective Nov. 1.  In this role, Lee will oversee the strategic, operational and clinical activities for the network, which is composed of a 112-bed hospital and nine outpatient centers. “Brett […]

Lake Pointe Medical celebrates 25 years

September 10, 2012 – Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, is celebrating its 25th anniversary of being in operation. LPMC serves the residents of Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City and the surrounding communities. Opening its doors on February 11, 1987, LPMC was home to 67 employees and quickly began recruiting local volunteers – including Rockwall resident, Charlene […]

DWI No Refusal Program in force over Labor Day weekend

(Rockwall County) August 22, 2012 – Law enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a DWI No Refusal Program during the upcoming Labor Day holiday.  This is a program whereby warrants will be sought to draw blood from individuals who are suspected of driving while intoxicated and have refused to provide a breath or […]

Lake Pointe Medical Center earns ‘A’ for patient safety

Lake Pointe Medical Center earns ‘A’ for patient safety

August 15, 2012 –  Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, recently received an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. The Hospital Safety Score was calculated under the guidance of The Leapfrog Group’s Blue Ribbon Expert Panel using publicly available data […]

Lake Pointe introduces new mobile app features for expectant moms

(Dallas) August 2, 2012 – Lake Pointe Medical Center, based in Rowlett, recently announced new features for its mobile app to further connect new and expectant mothers with health-related information.  The hospital app, powered by WorldLink, is available as a free download for iPhone, iPad, iTouch, Android and Blackberry products. “We have been pleased to provide […]

Lake Pointe Health Network announces new Chief Nursing Officer

July 18, 2012 – Lake Pointe Health Network, based in Rowlett, recently appointed Patti Gilliano as its new chief nursing officer. Gilliano is responsible for advising and ensuring outstanding patient care along with improving Lake Pointe’s nationally recognized quality indicator performance. A 26-year nursing veteran, Gilliano has proven strategic-thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills. Prior to […]