In 1996, when Carol Paret oversaw the launch of the Memorial Hermann Health Centers for Schools program at the WAVE and Kruse Health Centers in the Pasadena Independent School District, her rationale was simple, but poignant: “There was a need.” Now celebrating 20 years of keeping uninsured and underserved students healthy and in school where they can [Continue Reading]
Celebrating 35 Years of Caring in Katy
When Katy Hospital first opened in 1981 on Pin Oak Road, it had 100 beds, four operating rooms and two delivery rooms. Over the years, that small hospital grew as the community did, eventually relocating and expanding into what is now known as Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. This month, the hospital celebrated 35 years of [Continue Reading]
Remembering Our Dr. Duke
As Eric von Wenckstern browsed Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center’s newest gallery display, he said, “Wow, it’s great to hear his voice again.” The voice von Wenckstern referred to was that of the late UTHealth trauma surgeon, Dr. James H. “Red” Duke, Jr. A video showcasing highlights of Dr. Duke’s nationally syndicated news program, Texas Health Reports, [Continue Reading]
#FlashbackFriday – Is it the ‘90s again?
The ‘90s called…. They’re back! Have you been playing Pokémon Go? Are you getting ready for your first sip of Crystal Pepsi? Are you sporting a choker while listening to a little chart-topping music by Blink 182 and the Red Hot Chili Peppers? Could another Clinton be heading to the White House? We may be [Continue Reading]
Breast Density and Why It Matters
When your doctor orders a more advanced form of mammography because you have “dense” breasts, should you be concerned? For what you need to know, we chatted with Anne C. Kushwaha, M.D., a diagnostic radiologist at Memorial Hermann Upper Kirby Breast Center, Memorial Hermann Southwest Memorial Breast Center and Memorial Hermann Bobetta Lindig Memorial City [Continue Reading]
Turning Tragedy into Hope for Suicide Headache Sufferers
Although believed to be rare, cluster headaches are one of the most painful types of headache and, for that reason, are also sometimes referred to as “suicide headaches.” Houstonians Pam and Jimmy Erwin know only too well how debilitating and life-changing cluster headaches and migraines can be. Their son, Will, suffered from cluster headaches. With [Continue Reading]