HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast

10/30/2025

We are proud to announce that several of our hospitals and our division office have been named among the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2025 by Modern Healthcare! This recognition identifies and honors 150 outstanding companies and organizations within the U.S. healthcare industry that excel in engaging their staff through flexible schedules, strong work-life balance practices, and community-building activities.

Congratulations to:

🎉HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland
🎉HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast
🎉HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
🎉Texas Orthopedic Hospital

10/29/2025

With Houston’s record-setting population growth, the national nursing shortage has become a pressing local issue.

“At HCA Houston Healthcare, we are improving systems of care by advancing the future of nursing, right here in our city,” said Michelle Bookout, DNP, chief nursing executive for HCA Houston Healthcare. “This includes being proactive in addressing the growing nursing shortage by launching formal education programs to equip existing and future nurses with the skills they need to thrive in today’s dynamic healthcare landscape.”

Attracting nurses requires more than filling vacancies—it means creating an environment where they can grow and have influence.

10/28/2025

Are you feeling under the weather? 😷 can catch you by surprise but if your symptoms are mild, you may be able to treat them at home.

Taking over-the-counter medications, staying hydrated and getting plenty of sleep are trusted remedies that can help ease discomfort and support your recovery. 📲 Swipe to learn about simple home remedies that may help ease mild flu symptoms. These home remedies can also be effective in managing symptoms of other respiratory infections such as the common cold or mild cases of COVID-19.

If your symptoms become severe, see your doctor or call 911. You can also visit one of the 28 CareNow Urgent Care clinic locations across the Houston area. No appointment necessary. Find a location near you: https://bit.ly/4qw8UWr

10/27/2025

None of your frights should involve injuries or illness. Planning ahead is a scary smart way to make sure your festivities are safe for everyone. Get tips on pumpkin carving, costume choices and more – all to help ensure your spooky season is free from unexpected health horrors: https://bit.ly/4ommNF2

Halloween is a popular holiday, but it can lead to injury and illness too. Here are some Halloween safety tips for kids and adults.

10/25/2025

? Nearly 1.2 million women in the U.S. give birth by cesarean section (C-section) each year – about one-third of all pregnancies, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

As a part of the American Medical Association’s What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™ series, Dr. Cindy Celnik, assistant national medical director of Women’s Services for our broader HCA Healthcare network, shares helpful insights about C-sections – from when they’re medically necessary to how advancements are making recovery smoother.

Across HCA Healthcare hospitals, enhanced surgical recovery (ESR) protocols are helping improve outcomes for C-section patients by promoting faster healing, shorter hospital stays and reducing opioid use – all through evidence-based care.

Learn more about C-sections and how HCA Healthcare is using data from more than 215,000 annual births to support healthier beginnings for moms and babies: https://bit.ly/4o4Drcd.

10/24/2025

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 25 to safely dispose of those unwanted or excess medications. In partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA, we will be hosting a DEA Take Back Drugs Day Saturday, October 25, from 10am - 2pm. During the one-day collection period, thousands of pounds of prescribed, expired or unwanted medications are safely disposed of in an effort to reduce the amount of improper drug usage, overdoses, and/or potential drug abuse. A convenient drive-thru collection site will be located at HCA Houston ER 24/7 North Channel, 6191 East Sam Houston Pkwy North. Join us in taking back surplus medications.

10/23/2025

While is often misperceived as a women’s disease, 1 in 726 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, says Dr. Ali Mazloom, a radiation oncologist with HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.

"Most men don't think they can develop breast cancer," Dr. Mazloom notes. "So, when they get a nodule on their breast or start having signs that can be attributed to breast cancer, like ni**le discharge, they ignore it."

Learn more about the symptoms of breast cancer in men and the actions they need to take:

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10/21/2025

Our physical therapy team plays a vital role in helping patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities they love most. From recovery after surgery or injury to managing chronic conditions, our inpatient and outpatient therapists are by your side providing individualized care with compassion and expertise. Your care doesn't end when you leave our facility. We help you prepare for your return home by creating a customized discharge plan and providing educational tools and training for you and your family.

We want you to achieve the best possible outcome, close to home. Learn more https://bit.ly/4o2bBgN

10/20/2025

During , HCA Houston Healthcare and our larger HCA Healthcare network celebrate the critical role medical assistants (MAs) play in providing comprehensive patient care.

Utilizing knowledge in both clinical and administrative settings, MAs work alongside physicians, advanced practice providers and nurses to care for patients by taking patient histories and vital signs, preparing exam and procedure rooms, administering medications, and maintaining supplies and equipment for treatments.

Thank you to the MAs across HCA Healthcare for showing up for the patients and communities we serve.

10/19/2025

During , we proudly recognize our respiratory therapists (RTs) at HCA Houston Healthcare and across our larger HCA Healthcare network of care.

Our highly skilled colleagues assess, diagnose and care for patients of all ages with lung and respiratory disorders. Respiratory therapists provide personalized treatment plans and play a fundamental role in the care journey of some of our most critically ill patients.

To our RTs across HCA Healthcare, thank you for your commitment to the care and improvement of human life!

10/17/2025

Today is – a reminder to take care of yourself and encourage someone you love to do the same. Here are a couple of ways to do so:

📱 Schedule a with us at https://bit.ly/4oiCXPA. Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year, helping people take proactive steps toward early detection.

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10/17/2025

Today is – a reminder to take care of yourself and encourage someone you love to do the same. Here are a couple of ways to do so:

📱 Schedule a with us at https://bit.ly/43h8OIe. Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year, helping people take proactive steps toward early detection.

🩷 Share this post to help spread awareness and encourage others to prioritize their health too.



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10/16/2025

Now is the time to being gathering those unwanted or excess medications for disposal. In partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA, we will be hosting a DEA Take Back Drugs Day n Saturday, October 25, from 10am - 2pm. During the one-day collection period, thousands of pounds of prescribed, expired or unwanted medications are safely disposed of in an effort to reduce the amount of improper drug usage, overdoses, and/or potential drug abuse. A convenient drive-thru collection site will be located at HCA Houston ER 24/7 North Channel, 6191 East Sam Houston Pkwy North. Mark your calendar today to join us in taking back surplus medications.

10/15/2025

doesn’t wait and neither should you. Get your flu shot early to help protect yourself and those around you. Remember, your body needs up to two weeks to build immunity after getting the shot.

The trusted medical professionals at CareNow Urgent Care can help. They’re available to administer your flu shot or help treat any flu symptoms you may be experiencing. No appointment necessary – just walk in or use our Web Check-In® and wait anywhere that’s convenient for you. Find a clinic location in your area: https://bit.ly/3JdlYza



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10/15/2025

doesn’t wait and neither should you. Get your flu shot early to help protect yourself and those around you. Remember, your body needs up to two weeks to build immunity after getting the shot.

The trusted medical professionals at CareNow Urgent Care can help. They’re available to administer your flu shot or help treat any flu symptoms you may be experiencing. No appointment necessary – just walk in or use our Web Check-In® and wait anywhere that’s convenient for you. Find a clinic location in your area: https://bit.ly/48Chc8V



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10/14/2025

Early detection of breast cancer can save lives. It all starts with knowing your personal risk factors and getting screened regularly. This , understand what to look for, what to expect during a mammogram and more: https://bit.ly/48ZeQks

Early detection of breast cancer through mammograms and other screening methods enables early treatment and may prevent death from the disease.

10/14/2025

Early detection of breast cancer can save lives. It all starts with knowing your personal risk factors and getting screened regularly. This , understand what to look for, what to expect during a mammogram and more: https://bit.ly/4ofqZGd

Early detection of breast cancer through mammograms and other screening methods enables early treatment and may prevent death from the disease.

10/13/2025

We hope to see you tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14, as we SOCK IT TO CANCER!
Join us to empower yourself with essential knowledge about the management of breast health, emphasizing early detection, prevention strategies, risk factors, and available treatment options.

This event is open to the public and encourages shared experiences. Whether you're a healthcare provider, a patient, a caregiver, or simply someone who wants to stay informed, this event is for you.

10/10/2025

Jennifer Robinson was living her best life playing league tennis each week and making time for salsa dance lessons with her husband John when she began experiencing a tightness in her chest that occurred sporadically over a few weeks. As a CT X-Ray Technician at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood she knew the importance of getting the pains checked out quickly.

At the first evaluation, the physician suspected coronary artery blockage but found a leaking atrial valve instead. Jennifer was immediately referred to Dr. Uttam Tripathy, a cardiothoracic surgeon affiliated with our facility, where she was examined and diagnosed in a short amount of time. After also consulting with Dr. Mohamed Jeroudi, interventional cardiologist, Dr. Tripathy determined that Jennifer would require surgery to fix the leaking atrial valve.

"The process of my cardiothoracic surgery was a phenomenal experience from beginning to end, with the best possible healthcare team," said Jennifer. "I am absolutely convinced that it was divine intervention which led me to Dr. Tripathy, Dr. Jeroudi and the outstanding cardiology support team, ICU and CCU RN's, lab, radiology, and lastly, therapy."

Immediately following surgery, physical therapy was required to get the heart and body back in motion - a process Jennifer called 'painful, yet positive'. Upon release from the hospital, Jennifer was able to continue an additional 10 weeks of cardia rehabilitation at her home hospital with a goal of extended walking on a treadmill. Now months after the surgery Jennifer and John have returned to salsa dancing and the tennis courts are next.

With national awards for our heart and vascular care, we proudly offer residents of southeast Harris County a heart failure management program, and a multi-specialty clinic for cardiac surgery and a cardiac rehabilitation program. Whether you need emergency care, preventive treatments, expert diagnoses or surgical solutions, we're here for you. https://bit.ly/4o6PS78

10/08/2025

screening looks different at every age. Experts recommend that you start talking with your doctor about your personal risk of breast cancer as early as age 25. Depending on your family history or other factors, you may qualify for genetic counseling, earlier screening or both.

If you have a higher risk of breast cancer, screening may begin as early as age 30, or 10 years before the age a close relative was diagnosed. Because each person’s health needs are unique, it’s important to talk with your doctor about a personalized approach to screening.

Organizations that set medical screening guidelines now universally recommend starting mammogram screening at age 40 if you have an average risk of breast cancer. Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year, helping patients take proactive steps toward early detection and better outcomes. If it’s time to schedule your next mammogram visit https://bit.ly/46ZWbT4.

10/08/2025

screening looks different at every age. Experts recommend that you start talking with your doctor about your personal risk of breast cancer as early as age 25. Depending on your family history or other factors, you may qualify for genetic counseling, earlier screening or both.

If you have a higher risk of breast cancer, screening may begin as early as age 30, or 10 years before the age a close relative was diagnosed. Because each person’s health needs are unique, it’s important to talk with your doctor about a personalized approach to screening.

Organizations that set medical screening guidelines now universally recommend starting mammogram screening at age 40 if you have an average risk of breast cancer. Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year, helping patients take proactive steps toward early detection and better outcomes. If it’s time to schedule your next mammogram visit https://bit.ly/4o5wAyN.

10/07/2025

We plan to SOCK IT TO CANCER on Tuesday, October 14. Join us as we host an informative seminar aimed at educating, informing, and empowering individuals with the essential knowledge about the management of breast health, emphasizing early detection, prevention strategies, risk factors and available treatment options. In addition, our local healthcare partners Texas Oncology, Solis Mammography, Sarah Cannon Cancer Network and more, will be onsite for networking and educational opportunities.

This event is open to the public and encourages shared experiences. Whether you're a healthcare provider, a patient, a caregiver, or simply someone who wants to stay informed, this event is for you.

10/07/2025

About every three minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with blood cancer, according to Blood Cancer United. Learn about the main types of blood cancer and common symptoms from Dr. Navneet Majhail – a hematologist and physician in chief of blood cancers for the HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network.

As a part of HCA Healthcare, we give our patients healthier tomorrows through access to a connected oncology network, including 11 blood cancer treatment programs that make up the Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network. Through this network, over 1,000 acute leukemia patients receive treatment each year. For some blood cancers, the only potential treatment option is a blood and marrow transplant or cellular therapy (also known as CAR T-cell therapy). The Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network is the nation's leading provider of these highly specialized and innovative therapies conducting over 1,500 procedures annually.

10/06/2025

recognizes and celebrates Midwives - professionals who aid in the processes of labor, delivery and postpartum care, minimizing the level of medical intervention during pregnancy and delivery. Because we empower new mothers to create the birth experience they desire, midwives play a vital role in the pregnancy and birthing options available through our Women's Care Centers. We believe the best pregnancies happen when mothers stay involved with their own care, and our skilled nurse-midwives focus on support and education, while providing expert care before, during and after childbirth. Whether you need more information on midwifery, advice or assistance with family planning, pregnancy or women's health issues, colleagues at one of our four convenient Women's Care Centers are available to assist you. https://bit.ly/46SeRnB