HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland

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/4hpcs8M.

10/21/2025

Both our Clear Lake and Mainland campuses were proud to participate in the 2025 Valero Texas City Refinery's Total Wellness & Safety Fair! We are passionate about advancing health and wellness in our community. Events like this one allow us to connect, educate and empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Did you know that employees of the Clear Lake and Mainland campuses work together all of the time? In fact, all of our physicians are licensed to practice at both hospitals. Therefore, providing more value to the Bay Area community.

10/20/2025

We are proud to officially launch our new Blood Cancer and Cell Therapies Program, providing advanced diagnosis, care and treatment for patients with leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Under the direction of Dr. Ram Kamble, a nationally renowned hematology/oncology specialist, the program offers high-quality, comprehensive blood cancer care for families south of the Texas Medical Center.

“This is a special population of patients who need us,” said Todd Caliva, chief executive officer of HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake and Mainland. “Adding blood cancer treatment to our already robust oncology program has been in the works for many years, but we needed the right leader — and now we have him.”

Dr. Kamble’s team--which was celebrated during a special event last week--includes advanced practice nurses, transplant coordinators, social workers, dietitians, physical and occupational therapists, and other specialists who work together to provide comprehensive, personalized care.

For more information or patient referrals, call (281) 332-7505 or visit the Blood Cancer and Cell Therapies Website. (https://bit.ly/3KZy4g4)

Read more in the full press release (https://bit.ly/4otMZgQ)

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/4otTNev. 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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10/15/2025

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/46TDyRZ



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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/476aeqh

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

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/3KyyZ6X.

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.

10/02/2025

If you’re due for a , it could be the most important appointment you make this year. Mammograms can help detect breast cancer early – when treatment may be most effective – and it’s generally covered by most health insurance plans. Learn what to expect so you can walk in feeling confident and prepared.

Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year. Through Solis Mammography, we provide state-of-the-art technology such as 3D mammography to deliver exceptionally accurate results at 10 locations throughout the Greater Houston area. Book your mammogram online at https://bit.ly/42qe6AW.

10/02/2025

If you’re due for a , it could be the most important appointment you make this year. Mammograms can help detect breast cancer early – when treatment may be most effective – and it’s generally covered by most health insurance plans. Learn what to expect so you can walk in feeling confident and prepared.

Across our broader HCA Healthcare network, caregivers perform approximately 1.5 million mammograms each year. Through Solis Mammography, we provide state-of-the-art technology such as 3D mammography to deliver exceptionally accurate results at 10 locations throughout the Greater Houston area. Book your mammogram online at https://bit.ly/3WlSy4M.

10/01/2025

? Nearly 1 in 10 babies may need specialized care in a in their first days of life, according to March of Dimes. NICU stands for neonatal intensive care unit. In these hospital units, caregivers support babies born prematurely or with certain medical conditions. NICUs aren’t just about medical care – they’re places of hope, resilience and daily miracles for babies and families alike. As we close out Month, please join us in celebrating our amazing NICU caregivers who work with our tiniest patients!

With more than 90 NICUs across our broader HCA Healthcare network, our board-certified neonatologists, specialists and skilled NICU nursing teams support families through specialized, compassionate care. Also, HCA Healthcare partners with March of Dimes to help improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. Explore March of Dimes resources to help you navigate your baby's NICU journey: https://bit.ly/4gVjAty

10/01/2025

? Nearly 1 in 10 babies may need specialized care in a in their first days of life, according to March of Dimes. NICU stands for neonatal intensive care unit. In these hospital units, caregivers support babies born prematurely or with certain medical conditions. NICUs aren’t just about medical care – they’re places of hope, resilience and daily miracles for babies and families alike. As we close out Month, please join us in celebrating our amazing NICU caregivers who work with our tiniest patients!

With more than 90 NICUs across our broader HCA Healthcare network, our board-certified neonatologists, specialists and skilled NICU nursing teams support families through specialized, compassionate care. Also, HCA Healthcare partners with March of Dimes to help improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. Explore March of Dimes resources to help you navigate your baby's NICU journey: https://bit.ly/3VJnP1u

09/30/2025

With the new school year well underway, remember that learning can’t begin too soon. 📚 Through our partnership with the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation we help educate and equip parents to be their child’s first teachers through the Raising a Reader Program.

Staff, nurses and physicians at several of our hospitals engage with new mothers about their important role in their child’s literacy development and provide them with a literacy bag, which includes a new book, a library card, information about the free resources available at the local library, and more. We believe that by nurturing early literacy and fostering healthy brain development in our community's youngest members, we're sowing the seeds for for our next generation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VJ0jli

09/29/2025

Your levels aren’t just numbers – they’re shaped by a variety of factors, including lifestyle habits and genetics. The good news is that small steps can make a big impact in lowering cholesterol.

Just in time for , learn about healthy habits that can not only help you manage your cholesterol, but also boost your overall wellness and help you feel your best: https://bit.ly/3WbCimW

Having too much cholesterol in your body can raise your risk of heart disease and stroke. Here are some ways to lower cholesterol.

09/29/2025

Your levels aren’t just numbers – they’re shaped by a variety of factors, including lifestyle habits and genetics. The good news is that small steps can make a big impact in lowering cholesterol.

Just in time for , learn about healthy habits that can not only help you manage your cholesterol, but also boost your overall wellness and help you feel your best: https://bit.ly/3IMXVH5

Having too much cholesterol in your body can raise your risk of heart disease and stroke. Here are some ways to lower cholesterol.

09/26/2025

As part of HCA Healthcare, we’re proud to share that the HCA Healthcare Foundation will continue their collaboration with the American Heart Association on their Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative through $3.9 million in funding and support. Together, the American Heart Association, HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation are working to foster cardiovascular health, prevent stroke and improve patient outcomes by increasing cardiology and neurology collaboration, deploying evidence-based education and interventions, and identifying and minimizing health disparities.

🤝 With support from the HCA Healthcare Foundation, Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ has reached over 200 million individuals with evidence-informed education on AFib and stroke risk, while expanding outreach to more than 160 community organizations, including clinics, schools, food pantries and libraries, and implementing intervention programs focused on controlling blood pressure, improving nutrition security and maternal health.

🏥 Through enhanced coordination between neurologists and cardiologists, leading to improved in-hospital diagnostic testing and cardiac monitoring, ten of HCA Healthcare’s comprehensive stroke centers participating in Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ have improved stroke cause identification by 33%, and the continued partnership will enable these quality improvement efforts at our 43 comprehensive stroke centers.

➡️ Learn more about HCA Healthcare’s deepened collaboration with American Heart Association and the impact of the Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative: https://bit.ly/3IgGeja.

09/26/2025

As part of HCA Healthcare, we’re proud to share that the HCA Healthcare Foundation will continue their collaboration with the American Heart Association on their Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative through $3.9 million in funding and support. Together, the American Heart Association, HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation are working to foster cardiovascular health, prevent stroke and improve patient outcomes by increasing cardiology and neurology collaboration, deploying evidence-based education and interventions, and identifying and minimizing health disparities.

🤝 With support from the HCA Healthcare Foundation, Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ has reached over 200 million individuals with evidence-informed education on AFib and stroke risk, while expanding outreach to more than 160 community organizations, including clinics, schools, food pantries and libraries, and implementing intervention programs focused on controlling blood pressure, improving nutrition security and maternal health.

🏥 Through enhanced coordination between neurologists and cardiologists, leading to improved in-hospital diagnostic testing and cardiac monitoring, ten of HCA Healthcare’s comprehensive stroke centers participating in Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ have improved stroke cause identification by 33%, and the continued partnership will enable these quality improvement efforts at our 43 comprehensive stroke centers.

➡️ Learn more about HCA Healthcare’s deepened collaboration with American Heart Association and the impact of the Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative: https://bit.ly/4nQA3Bm.

09/25/2025

Across our larger HCA Healthcare network, we help shape the future of healthcare through clinical research that aims to advance patient care across our network and industrywide. Research administrators play an important role in developing the strategy and program operations of our research programs across the organization. From new research sites to innovative trials, research administrators support our research colleagues and physicians in delivering on the mission.

On National , we thank research administrators across HCA Healthcare for their unwavering support and commitment to helping advance patient care. To learn more about clinical research at HCA Healthcare, visit https://bit.ly/4npMxA6.

09/24/2025

For many patients with blood cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, a blood stem cell transplant – made possible by lifesaving donations – is the best option for survival. According to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), 70% of patients who need a blood stem cell transplant don't have a fully matched donor in their family, leading them to rely on the NMDP.

As part of HCA Healthcare, we’re proud to help meet this critical need through the HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Transplant and Cellular Therapy Network. This extensive network is among the largest providers of unrelated bone marrow donor transplants in the U.S., caring for tens of thousands of patients each year.

Thinking about becoming a donor? Here are a few common misconceptions and facts about blood stem cell and bone marrow donation:

❌ Myth: Donation is very painful.
✅ Fact: Discomfort and side effects vary from person to person, but it may be less painful than you think.

❌ Myth: Donation is expensive.
✅ Fact: Donating is free. All of your medical and travel expenses are covered by NMDP, and they can also help cover any lost wages due to donation.

❌ Myth: Only males can donate blood stem cells or bone marrow.
✅ Fact: Anyone between age 18 and 40 who meets the medical requirements can donate, regardless of gender.

You could be a match for someone in need. Learn more and join the registry today at https://bit.ly/46m3PYX

09/23/2025

Whether you're recovering from surgery, traveling long distances or pursuing athletic goals, may give you a leg up on your health. These snug socks boost circulation by gently pushing blood up your legs, helping to reduce swelling and prevent blood clots.

Find out more about the benefits of compression socks: https://bit.ly/4nbhVCe

Wondering when to wear compression socks and what benefits they might offer? Here's what you should know.

09/23/2025

During we celebrate Nyla’s NICU graduation after 120 days in the Level IV Advanced NICU Small Baby Unit at The Woman's Hospital of Texas.

Nyla was born at 23 weeks, weighing a tiny 1 lb. 2.3 oz. She was small enough to fit in the palm of a hand, yet she carried a spirit larger than life. For 120 days, Nyla fought with everything she had and we had to privilege of joining her in that fight. At her graduation party, Nyla weighed 9 lbs. 6 oz. 💪

Nyla’s journey is a beautiful reminder of the strength of our tiniest patients and the dedication of the NICU care teams across our seven NICUs than range from Level II to Level IV, meaning that regardless of hospital of birth, we are able to get infants the care they need when they need it.

Learn more about our advanced neonatal services: https://bit.ly/4nk0waE

09/22/2025

During , we join the larger HCA Healthcare network in celebrating and honoring our dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) clinicians. Whether working in a hospital, urgent care clinic, surgical center or ambulatory clinic across HCA Healthcare, APPs provide high-quality patient care by conducting patient examinations, diagnosing illnesses and prescribing medication.

To the APPs across HCA Healthcare, thank you for your commitment to delivering compassionate care to our patients in all that you do. We celebrate you this week and every week.

09/19/2025

***dePreventionMonth Su***de is a leading cause of death for young people age 15 to 24 in the U.S., according to the CDC. Knowing su***de warning signs like these from the American Psychological Association can make all the difference. They’re not always easy to spot – something as simple as a lack of response to praise or a change in physical appearance or hygiene could be cause for concern, so it’s important to recognize even the most subtle changes and know how to respond. Learn more at https://bit.ly/46smr87.

09/18/2025

During , it's important to educate, empower and take action against one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Sepsis is the body’s overwhelming response to infection, and without quick treatment, it can be life-threatening.

We are proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, where commitment to research has produced groundbreaking outcomes when treating sepsis, a life-threatening medical emergency. Learn about our sepsis research and how sepsis care is being revolutionized to improve patient outcomes:

HCA Healthcare’s commitment to research has produced groundbreaking outcomes when treating sepsis, a leading cause of death in hospitals.