Elmo Lopez Jr.

Welcome to the Spring Issue of Health News! This year we're celebrating 35 years of providing healthcare to the community. In this issue we talk about our programs and services that can help you be well.

Heart disease is a silent killer. Unless you experience a heart attack, you might not realize you have a problem. Fortunately, you can do plenty to reduce your risk factors. Read our tips for how to protect your health, and meet the new interventional cardiologist at Doctors Hospital, who's ready to help you keep the beat going strong.

Join our Bariatric Support Group. We can help you with weight loss, whether you've had bariatric surgery recently or are considering it. Get support and make new friends as you start on a journey to a healthier, slimmer you.

Schedule your colonoscopy today. You may have excuses for not having a colonoscopy, but there's no need to worry. This easy procedure usually can be done in less than 30 minutes while you're sedated with a gentle anesthetic. Screening is important because colon cancer may not produce symptoms until it's difficult to treat.

Radiation treatment is effective, but can be hard. Your healthcare team at Doctors Hospital can show you what to watch for and provide self-care tips to help you feel well.

At Doctors Hospital, we're committed to growing our healthcare services so you and your family can benefit from excellent healthcare, close to home. Thank you for choosing Doctors Hospital.

Sincerely,

Elmo Lopez Jr.
Chief Executive Officer

Doctors Hospital, 10700 McPherson Rd, Laredo, TX 78045 956-523-2000 / FAX 956-523-0444