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South Texas Health System Largest Provider of Healthcare in the Valley! South Texas Health System is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.

With six hospitals located throughout Southern Texas, South Texas Health System offers a comprehensive array of medical services, including cardiovascular, maternity and women's health, emergency and surgical care, along with specialty programs in transplant, chest pain, pediatrics, diabetes, wound care, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services. The hospitals of South Texas Health System include South Texas Health System McAllen, South Texas Health System Heart, South Texas Health System Edinburg / Edinburg Regional Rehab Center, South Texas Health System Children's, Cornerstone Regional Hospital and South Texas Behavioral Health Center. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. Cornerstone Regional Hospital is directly or indirectly owned and operated by a partnership that includes a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation, and physician owners, including certain members of the hospital medical staff. Social media accounts are managed by Marketing. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911. Although we do our best to respond to comments and messages, there may be a delay in response time, and we may not be able to respond due to the nature of the message. Please visit our website for language assistance, disability accommodations, the non-discrimination notice, Terms of Service and other important disclaimers.

Calling All Hometown Heroes! Superheroes do exist; they’re known as first responders. During a medical emergency, accide...
01/12/2026

Calling All Hometown Heroes! Superheroes do exist; they’re known as first responders. During a medical emergency, accident or crisis, these brave men and women are the first on the scene and in many cases risk their own lives to save others.

If you've had an encounter with an exceptional first responder — whether a firefighter, police officer or sheriff's deputy, emergency medical technician or Border Patrol agent — and would like to see them recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty, nominate them for South Texas Health System’s Hometown Heroes award!

If your nominee is selected, a special celebration will be held in their honor.

For more details or to nominate an exceptional first responder, visit https://bit.ly/45D41C6.

Applauding Those Dedicated to Medication Safety: Pharmacists are known for their role in dispensing medication, but thei...
01/12/2026

Applauding Those Dedicated to Medication Safety: Pharmacists are known for their role in dispensing medication, but their responsibilities go far beyond that. In a hospital setting, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to ensure patients receive the right medication at the proper dosage.

This National Pharmacist Day, South Texas Health System would like to recognize the important work our pharmacy staff do to provide quality, compassionate care to our patients, including special guidance on drug usage to those who entrust us with their care.

Thank you to the pharmacy teams across STHS' facilities for your expertise, compassion and commitment to keeping our patients healthy!

Art, Empathy & A Little Puppy Love! Pediatric patients at South Texas Health System Children’s recently enjoyed two very...
01/11/2026

Art, Empathy & A Little Puppy Love! Pediatric patients at South Texas Health System Children’s recently enjoyed two very special visits at the same time from 11-year-old KC Salinas and adorable emotional support dog, Oslo.

KC shared his creativity and kindness by distributing his custom-made coloring book titled “SPACE” while going room to room alongside Oslo, whose gentle presence helped comfort and uplift the spirits of our young patients. Together, they brought smiles, calm and moments of joy to children and families during their hospital stay.

KC and Oslo are no strangers to STHS Children’s and have been visiting our pediatric patients for several years, continuing to make a meaningful impact through their compassion and dedication.

We're incredibly grateful to KC, his family and Oslo for their continued support and for helping brighten the days of our patients in such a special way.

Thank you for spreading comfort, creativity and smiles where they’re needed most.

Are You an All-Star Nurse? The backbone of South Texas Health System's 12 facilities, nurses help ensure our delivery of...
01/11/2026

Are You an All-Star Nurse? The backbone of South Texas Health System's 12 facilities, nurses help ensure our delivery of quality, compassionate care to our patients.

If you believe you have what it takes to make a difference on a nursing team committed to providing high-quality care to patients, here’s your chance to elevate your career by joining the largest integrated network of care in the Rio Grande Valley.

STHS is looking for exceptional individuals to join its team of highly skilled, compassionate registered nurses at its four acute care facilities, behavioral health hospital and seven freestanding emergency departments.

For a complete list of available positions and to apply, visit https://bit.ly/491IC7Z.

Going Above & Beyond: Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are an essential part of the patient-care team. By assisting m...
01/10/2026

Going Above & Beyond: Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are an essential part of the patient-care team. By assisting medical staff, they do more than provide physical care to patients. They also offer them emotional and spiritual support, truly making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

For that reason, South Texas Health System Edinburg is proud to recognize Lori Ruiz as the facility's latest ACE-IT Award winner.

Lori, a CNA in STHS Edinburg’s inpatient rehabilitation unit, was nominated by a registered nurse for going above and beyond to provide quality, compassionate care.

"She makes sure her patients are all attended to,” reads her nomination form. "She treats everyone like her family, giving them all-star treatment."

Congratulations, Lori, and thank you for the TLC you provide our patients at STHS Edinburg!

New Year, Healthier You: The start of a new year is an opportune time to hit the reset button and adopt habits that will...
01/10/2026

New Year, Healthier You: The start of a new year is an opportune time to hit the reset button and adopt habits that will help support a healthier, happier you.

While studies show that most people don’t keep their New Year’s resolutions, committing to small, meaningful changes that aren’t overwhelming can help you beat the odds.

So, here are some simple, healthy habits to kickstart your year on a positive note:

✅ Set realistic goals
💧 Stay hydrated
💤 Prioritize sleep
🍲 Meal prep for success
🏃‍➡️ Move daily
🧘 Embrace self-care
🩺 Schedule regular checkups

Preventive care is key to staying healthy, so make an appointment with your doctor soon. If you don’t have a primary care physician, visit doctors.southtexashealthsystem.com to find one near you.

For more health updates, check out our latest South Texas Health Minute on ValleyCentral.com. bit.ly/4brZk1J

A Place for Courage, Care & Connection. Approximately 70% of U.S. adults have experienced some type of traumatic event a...
01/09/2026

A Place for Courage, Care & Connection. Approximately 70% of U.S. adults have experienced some type of traumatic event at least once in their lives, per the National Council for Behavioral Health.

If you're recovering from trauma, know that you are not alone. South Texas Health System McAllen's Level I Trauma Center team invites you to join the Trauma Survivors Support Group, a peer group designed to help trauma survivors and their caregivers in the recovery process.

After a traumatic incident, survivors and caregivers may need guidance or peer support on their healing journey. Our goal is to provide a positive, supportive space to come together to discuss personal recovery, encourage one another and access education and resources.

Beginning on January 14th, the group will meet one Wednesday of the month virtually via Zoom. There's no cost to participate, with the group open to the community. For more information or to register, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. https://bit.ly/4jy4UBy

Advancing Knowledge & Enhancing Care: Growth in healthcare doesn't stop at the bedside; it expands into vision, strategy...
01/09/2026

Advancing Knowledge & Enhancing Care: Growth in healthcare doesn't stop at the bedside; it expands into vision, strategy and service to the community.

South Texas Health System is proud to celebrate Ricardo Flores, whose journey reflects dedication, resilience and a commitment to lifelong learning. Ricardo began his career grounded in patient care, building a strong clinical foundation as a speech-language pathologist while supporting patients and families across acute, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings.

Over the years, Ricardo has stepped into progressive leadership roles, ultimately serving as System Rehabilitation Administrator. In that systemwide role, he oversees multiple service lines across STHS while leading interdisciplinary teams, driving program growth, supporting clinical excellence and partnering closely with physicians and executive leadership to elevate patient outcomes. What makes his journey even more impactful is his continued investment in growth.

After completing his clinical master’s degree, Ricardo recently earned a second master’s degree in business administration, strengthening his ability to lead with both clinical insight and strategic vision.

“My clinical background shaped who I am and earning my MBA strengthened how I lead," says Ricardo. "It allows me to advocate for my teams, grow programs responsibly and create lasting impact for our community."

STHS is proud to have Ricardo as part of its leadership team, where his commitment to education, innovation and people continues to inspire those around him and positively impact the care delivered across our communities.

Emergency Care & Outpatient Services Where You Need Them Most: South Texas Health System is everywhere you need us for n...
01/08/2026

Emergency Care & Outpatient Services Where You Need Them Most: South Texas Health System is everywhere you need us for nationally recognized emergency care and outpatient services. With seven locations, the system's freestanding ERs throughout the Rio Grande Valley are open 24/7, staffed by highly trained medical personnel and equipped with diagnostic technology like that found at our acute care facilities.

Providing close-to-home emergency care typically beyond the scope of most urgent care centers or night clinics, six of our freestanding ERs are Chest Pain Management and Acute Stroke Ready Hospital certified by The Joint Commission, with STHS ER Alamo and STHS ER Weslaco also earning a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA) from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

For more information on our freestanding ERs, visit bit.ly/4sywDGy.

Champions of Stroke Care Excellence: To empower emergency room staff across South Texas Health System's facilities to st...
01/08/2026

Champions of Stroke Care Excellence: To empower emergency room staff across South Texas Health System's facilities to strive for excellence in stroke treatment delivery, the STHS Neurosciences & Stroke Institute created the STHS Golden Brain Award, which recognizes top-performing emergency departments within the system for their swift, life-saving action.

Recently, the STHS Golden Brain Award was awarded to the 4 East Unit at STHS McAllen for its outstanding commitment to stroke care.

In addition, special recognition was given to registered nurse Ruben Cantú, whose rapid identification of stroke signs and symptoms, decisive action and strong clinical expertise recently played a pivotal role in altering the course of a patient’s outcome.

Through his actions and the coordinated efforts of his colleagues, a successful mechanical thrombectomy for a large vessel occlusion was performed on a patient within national benchmark timelines. Because of this rapid, decisive and collaborative response, the patient’s brain function was preserved, recovery was optimized and they were safely discharged home, a truly life-changing outcome.

“While timelines and metrics help us measure success, what stands behind those numbers is a person whose life and long-term function were directly impacted by rapid clinical thinking, decisive escalation of care and exceptional teamwork,” says Veronica Olivarez, Director of Neuroscience, STHS. “As we all know, every minute matters in stroke care, and this case exemplifies what it means to act with urgency, precision and compassion in the moments that matter most.”

Congratulations to the STHS McAllen 4 East team for their exceptional teamwork, compassion and commitment to excellence.

Proclaiming Nationally Recognized Exceptional Care: South Texas Health System Edinburg leaders proudly joined members of...
01/07/2026

Proclaiming Nationally Recognized Exceptional Care: South Texas Health System Edinburg leaders proudly joined members of the Edinburg City Council this week for the reading of a special proclamation honoring the facility's latest national recognition: a 2026 America's Top Hospitals designation by Forbes.

STHS Edinburg is among 253 hospitals nationwide and only 13 in Texas to earn a 5-star rating out of more than 5,400 eligible hospitals, reflecting the facility's unwavering commitment to high-quality care, patient safety and clinical excellence.

The City of Edinburg’s proclamation further underscores the importance of this achievement, recognizing not only national excellence but also the hospital’s vital role in serving the local community.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the City of Edinburg-Governmentand the Edinburg City Council for acknowledging this national honor and celebrating the dedication of our physicians, nurses and staff who make this level of care possible every day.

Where Kindness is Always on the Menu: For nearly 15 years, Anastacio “Tash” Salas has been a constant source of warmth a...
01/07/2026

Where Kindness is Always on the Menu: For nearly 15 years, Anastacio “Tash” Salas has been a constant source of warmth at South Texas Health System Behavioral. As a valued member of the Nutrition & Dietary Services Department, Tash does it all. From prepping meals, cooking, serving and delivering food, he always wears a smile and maintains a positive attitude.

In a mental health facility, cooks play a vital role. Meals are more than nourishment; they provide comfort, routine and a sense of normalcy that supports healing and recovery. Tash understands this deeply and takes pride in uplifting both patients and staff every single day.

Known for being down-to-earth and genuinely kind, Tash truly loves what he does and his teammates.

“The people I work with aren’t just my coworkers, they’re my family," says Tash. "Over the last 14 and a half years, we’ve grown together, and even our families have grown up together. That’s what makes this place so special to me."

Thank you, Tash, for your dedication, compassion and heart!

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With six hospitals located throughout Southern Texas, South Texas Health System offers a comprehensive array of medical services, including cardiovascular, maternity and women's health, emergency and surgical care, along with specialty programs in transplant, chest pain, pediatrics, diabetes, wound care, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services. The hospitals of South Texas Health System include South Texas Health System McAllen, South Texas Health System Heart, South Texas Health System Edinburg / Edinburg Regional Rehab Center, South Texas Health System Children’s, Cornerstone Regional Hospital and South Texas Behavioral Health Center. South Texas Health System is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. Cornerstone Regional Hospital is directly or indirectly owned and operated by a partnership that includes a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation, and physician owners, including certain members of the hospital medical staff. Hospital social media accounts are managed by the hospital marketing team. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911. Although we do our best to respond to comments and messages, there may be a delay in response time, and we may not be able to respond due to the nature of the message. Thank you.

Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of this hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the non-discrimination notice, visit our website.