Medical City Plano

12/04/2023

No one likes to talk about colorectal cancer. But if you’re 45 or older, experts recommend that you get regular screenings. Start with these screening guidelines from Sarah Cannon, the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare – our larger health network.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States (excluding skin cancers), according to the American Cancer Society. In its early stages, colorectal cancer often has no symptoms – that’s why screening is so important. Talk to your doctor about which screening test is right for you.

Learn more from the Sarah Cannon Cancer Network: https://bit.ly/3RaLlBN

12/02/2023

For some of us, the holidays are not so merry. Many people feel depressed during this time of year. Watch our video for tips to deal with depression, courtesy of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). If you're struggling, consider talking to your doctor about treatment options.

Find out about our comprehensive mental health resources in North Texas: https://bit.ly/3R8wasy

12/01/2023

Please join us in welcoming Jordan Allred to the Medical City Plano and Medical City Frisco family as our new chief development officer!

He most recently served as vice president of development and operations for Medical City Children’s Hospital and Medical City Women’s Hospital Dallas since January 2022.

https://bit.ly/4a1JVlC

12/01/2023

We are very proud to welcome our new colleagues at Medical City Decatur, Medical City Argyle, Medical City Surgical Hospital Alliance and across Wise County.

Learn more about how we are growing across North Texas to serve our community: https://bit.ly/410R15T



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11/30/2023

To wrap up Lung Cancer Awareness Month, we are proud to spotlight our team at the Center for Lung Health at Medical City Plano.

This multidisciplinary team of lung experts, includes pulmonologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and radiologists dedicated to providing screening, diagnosis and treatment for all types of lung cancers.

Thank you to our team for you commitment to excellence always: every action, every patient, every time in the fight against lung cancer.

For more information on lung cancer care please visit, https://bit.ly/3RjhYhP

11/30/2023

To keep the holiday season bright, you may want to consider getting tested for COVID-19 before attending holiday gatherings.

To make testing convenient, the U.S. government is once again offering free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests. Each U.S. household can now place an order to receive four tests, which will ship directly to homes. Test results are available within 30 minutes, and no lab drop-off is required.

To place your order, visit https://bit.ly/47Ygn6O

If you ordered COVID-19 tests previously, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration may have extended the expiration date. Before throwing away a test that shows an "expired" date on the box, check here: https://bit.ly/4192dNW

11/29/2023

We are thrilled to announce that Medical City Healthcare and our partner American Red Cross Greater North Texas were recently honored by D CEO Magazine with the 2023 Excellence In Healthcare Award for Outstanding Healthcare Collaboration for our community engagement efforts. Together, we hosted blood drives for sickle cell patients and brought awareness to the need for a diverse blood supply.

Special thanks to Medical City’s Black Colleague Network for championing this important initiative.

11/29/2023

If someone in your family has been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes, you know the importance of healthy eating. For diabetes-friendly meal inspiration, here are five easy and flavorful recipes: https://bit.ly/41221Qf

11/28/2023

On one of the biggest local giving days of the year, we want to thank our supporters for their generosity today and all year long. To make your donation to the Medical City Foundation, which supports the crucial work of other nonprofit organizations to create healthier tomorrows for our North Texas community, visit https://bit.ly/3uwvHc5.

Thank you for your continued support!

11/27/2023

Seven Medical City Healthcare hospitals have been recognized for superior OB-GYN care by Healthgrades. Learn why our hospitals are the destination of choice for labor and delivery and women’s surgical services: https://bit.ly/3R0tvRK

Congratulations to Medical City Arlington, Medical City Dallas Hospital, Medical City Las Colinas, Medical City Lewisville, Medical City McKinney, Medical City Plano and Medical City Weatherford!

11/24/2023

When you're sick, it doesn't necessarily mean you need to visit an emergency room or doctor's office. If your symptoms are mild, watch our video for some quick tips to manage them in the comfort of your home.

You can also try our free online symptom checker: https://bit.ly/3RdJJbC

And remember, getting a flu shot is your best bet for fending off the flu. CareNow has $20 flu shots for the whole family.

11/23/2023

Eat, drink and cranberry!

We wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving.

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11/22/2023

Why did readers of DFWChild Magazine choose three Medical City Healthcare hospitals as Best Hospital to Have a Baby in 2023? Nicole, a first-time mom, suffered the life-threatening effects of an amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) during her delivery and required emergency surgery, a massive transfusion of 30 units of blood, ICU care for her and neonatal intensive care for daughter Gentry at Medical City Lewisville’s Level III NICU.

Nicole and husband Devon are grateful for the skilled, compassionate physician and staff who cared for them.

“We were only here, eight days, nine days, and it felt like we got so close with them so fast,” Nicole says. “It was the best experience for the worst experience of our life.”

Read our blog to hear from other families who delivered at Medical City Dallas Hospital, Medical City Lewisville and Medical City Plano: https://bit.ly/3SOLrl3

11/22/2023

We are so thankful for the giving hearts of our colleagues, who helped collect or made a financial contribution to help purchase 23,000 pounds of canned food and donate $48,000 to 14 food banks in North Texas and Louisiana. In the spirit of the season, cans were transformed into spooktacular sculptures before being donated. Read more: https://bit.ly/47IOrU7

Including a $10,000 donation courtesy of the HCA Healthcare Foundation, Medical City Healthcare’s fourth annual “Healthy Food for Healthier Tomorrows” food drive and sculpture contest will provide more than 163,000 meals to hungry families in North Texas and Louisiana.

One in eight people in North Texas faces food insecurity and does not know where their next meal is coming from, according to the North Texas Food Bank.

11/21/2023

Medical City Plano is thankful for our community member's generous spirit!

Thank you to Christi Lott who donated Mary Kay products for our oncology patients and their nurses.

11/20/2023

COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a group of diseases that make breathing difficult. These diseases include emphysema and chronic bronchitis. According to the American Lung Association, smoking is responsible for most COPD cases.

Watch our video for tips to help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Read our blog to learn how to improve your lung health after quitting smoking: https://bit.ly/3ukkueJ

11/17/2023

Have you gotten your flu shot yet? It's not too late! Doctors recommend that anyone 6 months or older get a flu shot each year. This lowers your chances of getting the flu and reduces your symptoms if you get it.

CareNow has $20 flu shots for the whole family. Find one near you: https://bit.ly/3R3alvR

11/16/2023

Smoking remains the single largest preventable cause of death and illness in the world, according to the American Cancer Society. To raise awareness of today's Great American Smokeout, we're sharing the good news that screening can detect lung cancer early, when you have the best chance of being cured.

Not sure if you should get screened? If you smoked, consider taking the American Lung Association's risk quiz: https://bit.ly/47ExuKF. It can help you find out if you should talk to your doctor about screening.

11/15/2023

Last week the Center for Lung Health at Medical City Plano hosted a successful Lung Cancer Screening Event with information on lung cancer prevention, to***co cessation, community resources, and screening information.

Thank you to our partners at Sarah Cannon Cancer Network, American Lung Association in Texas and American Cancer Society for helping us spread awareness on the importance of lung cancer screening.

For more information on lung cancer screening and care, please visit https://bit.ly/46fHWac

11/15/2023

Outstanding job to the six Medical City Healthcare hospitals that helped collect 1,100 pounds of medication during our fourth annual drug take-back events on Oct. 28. Part of the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, these events help raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug misuse and the importance of proper disposal of medications.

A big thank you to law enforcement officers from the Arlington Police Department, Dallas Police Department, City of Denton Police Department, Frisco Police Department, Irving Police Department and McKinney Police Department, who collected the unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3uin7Of

11/15/2023

Plano is home to many businesses and community leaders who make significant contributions to the city’s culture of excellence.

Medical City Plano is proud to be the presenting sponsor for the Plano Chamber of Commerce’s Best of Plano Awards. This ceremony honors the achievements of local businesses and community leaders.

Congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients!

11/14/2023

Nine Medical City Healthcare hospitals received “A” safety grades - more than any other North Texas health system, according to The Leapfrog Group's fall 2023 Hospital Safety Grade report: https://bit.ly/3szKZMF

Congrats to Medical City Alliance, Medical City Dallas Hospital, Medical City Denton, Medical City Fort Worth, Medical City Frisco, Medical City Lewisville, Medical City McKinney, Medical City Plano and Medical City Weatherford for being recognized with the top score for providing safe care to patients and the community.



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11/14/2023

In honor of last week’s National Radiologic Technologists Week, we are proud to spotlight our team at Medical City Plano.

Radiologic Technologists perform hundreds of millions of diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy procedures every year. These professionals work with some of the most innovative equipment in the medical field to help identify pathologies, plan and administer treatment and restore patient health.

Thank you for all that you do and for your commitment to our patient promise: “We are committed to excellence always, every action, every patient, every time.”

11/13/2023

During Nurse Practitioner Week, Medical City Healthcare and our larger HCA Healthcare network are proud to celebrate our advanced practice providers. Each day, our expert nurse practitioners (NPs) assess patients, order and interpret tests, make diagnoses and provide treatment — including prescribing medication.

To the more than 355,000 NPs across the nation, thank you for your positive contributions to increase access to high-quality care. We are grateful for your clinical expertise, leadership and all that you do to improve the health of patients in our communities.

11/11/2023

On this Veterans Day — a day to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and their families — we extend a heartfelt thank you for your selfless sacrifice.

Medical City Healthcare joins our HCA Healthcare family in recognizing the positive impact veterans have on our communities through their service in and outside of the hospital. HCA Healthcare is proud to have thousands of military colleagues, having hired more than 55,000 veterans, active duty personnel and military spouses since 2012.

Our military colleagues truly exemplify our mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.

11/10/2023

If you're serving a dish this , why not look into some healthier options for a well-balanced meal? Simple ingredient swaps and different cooking methods can add nutritional value while keeping meals tasty.

Here are three Thanksgiving recipes to consider trying: https://bit.ly/467PETQ

11/09/2023

In honor of National Genetic Counselor Awareness Day, we are proud to spotlight our genetics counselors who play a vital role in the care and improvement of human life.

Genetics counselors are board-certified specialists who work closely with families with genetic predispositions to developing cancer or heart disease and use that information for prevention and early detection. Genetic counselors work in tandem with the patient's care team to ensure patients receive personalized medical care.

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our patients!

11/09/2023

? Smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke are not the only risk factors for lung cancer. Do you know if you or someone you love is at risk?

According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer in both men and women (not counting skin cancer) and the leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. Watch our video to learn about risk factors.

Learn more from the experts at Sarah Cannon, the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare: https://bit.ly/49F3WhQ

Sarah Cannon Cancer Network

11/08/2023

We’re proud to recognize our healthcare heroes during Medical Staff Professionals Week! Medical Staff Professionals are considered to be gatekeepers of patient safety. Their role is to ensure that skilled and competent practitioners are credentialed and appropriately privileged prior to treating our patients. Please join us in thanking our dedicated colleagues who make a significant impact every day, and help define Medical City Plano as the destination for healthcare excellence.

11/08/2023

Sneezing, congestion and chills...oh my! Cold and flu season is here again, and you may be looking for ways to fend off illness. For some people, essential oils are a go-to immunity hack. But can these oils really keep you from getting sick? Find out if they’re essential to your health: https://bit.ly/3QQ9nTJ

Does using essential oils for immunity actually help stave off colds, flu and other illnesses? Dig into the research.

11/08/2023

We are proud to be a Volunteers of America partner! Join them TOMORROW, Wednesday, Nov 8, at 3 pm ET to discover “The Impact of Moral Injury and PTSD on First Responders and Why Leadership Matters.” Free Registration for this virtual panel discussion: https://bit.ly/3QNtfGO

Join Volunteers of America and its Shay Moral Injury Center for Crossroads of Crisis -- a crucial conversation with expert thought leaders on the similarities and differences between moral injury and PTSD among first responders and the importance of understanding the hidden impacts of moral injury o...

11/07/2023

During Imaging Technologies Week, we are proud to recognize the vital work of our radiologic and imaging professionals. The weeklong celebration commemorates the discovery of the X-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen in November of 1895. Today, the work of radiologic and other imaging technologists across our larger HCA Healthcare network helps to give clinicians a clear picture of what’s going on inside a patient’s body.

We’re grateful for your compassion, dedication, and the vital role you play in delivering safe, accurate care to our patients. Thank you for showing us the way.

11/06/2023

Our pharmacy team recently celebrated National Pharmacy Buyer Day!

Tom Munyan, pharmacy buyer at Medical City Plano for more than 30 years, plays a huge role in upholding our mission of the care and improvement of human life by ensuring our physicians, nurses and other care team members are equipped with the appropriate medicine and supplies needed to provide high-quality care for our patients.

Tom was recently recognized with the Mission award at our first annual Ancillary Support Services Awards Dinner for his continuous support of his fellow colleagues and community through charitable donations.

Thank you Tom for providing the right dose of care to our patients and colleagues.

11/06/2023

As the Official Healthcare System of the Texas Rangers, our colleagues were thrilled to celebrate our Texas Rangers as World Series champs!

11/06/2023

At Medical City Healthcare and across HCA Healthcare, we are committed to bringing you our best by providing high-quality, safe and equitable care to everyone who needs it, every day. Supported by our mission and our values, we strive to deliver healthcare compassionately and to act with integrity in our interactions with our patients, communities and each other.

During Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week, celebrated November 5 – 11, we are proud to recognize our dedicated colleagues who help make Medical City a great place to work and receive care.

Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the care and improvement of human life!

11/06/2023

We are proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services comprising 182 hospitals and approximately 2,000 ambulatory sites of care in 20 states and the U.K. This year, we are proud to celebrate alongside our Urgent Care colleagues as they recognize two major milestones: more than 300 clinics nationwide and 30 years of urgent care service to our communities.

With each new clinic, our colleagues are able to support more patients with convenient, quality care when and where they need it and connect them to our broader healthcare network when a higher level of care is needed.

Get immunizations and treatment for minor illness and injuries at one of our CareNow Urgent Care clinics near you: https://bit.ly/3FLH2aH

11/04/2023

As you're setting your clocks back an hour, use this as a reminder to check and replace your smoke detector batteries. That way, you'll be prepared for the fall and winter holidays, when more home and cooking fires happen.

11/03/2023

It’s . We're proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, the nation's leading network for delivering babies, with more than 218,000 babies delivered at our hospitals last year. According to the March of Dimes,1 in 10 babies in the U.S. are premature, meaning they were born before 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Please join us in spreading awareness and honoring our tiniest patients.