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DHR Health Bringing Innovative Renal 2 Denervation Treatment to Patients in South Texas
Dr. Michael Seawell has been selected as the Mega Doctor of Mega Doctor News, a recognition that reflects his commitment to advancing cardiovascular care and expanding access to innovative treatments for patients throughout South Texas. As a board-certified interventional cardiologist at DHR Health, Dr. Seawell is helping to introduce cutting-edge therapies that address some of the region’s most pressing health challenges.
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DHR Health Expands Cancer Care Services with Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Jason Shumadine Wolff
EDINBURG, Texas – DHR Health, one of the largest physician-owned hospitals in the United States and a proud healthcare provider for the Rio Grande Valley since 1997, is delighted to welcome Dr. Jason Shumadine Wolff, to its growing network of specialty care physicians. Dr. Shumadine Wolff is a board-certified Radiation Oncologist who will proudly serve patients at the DHR Health’s Oncology Institute.
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Raymondville ISD Health Clinic set to close its doors
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Raymondville Independent School District Health Clinic is set to close its doors in July. The decision to close the clinic was announced on Monday in a social media post. “As a health clinic, you need to have a certain amount of patients to be able to sustain. And at this […]
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Parkinson’s Disease Is Consistently Linked to Pesticide Exposure
Onions are among the many vegetables grown in Edinburg, Texas, a town in the Rio Grande Valley. The Valley’s 6,000-plus farmworkers — and people who live near the fields — are on the frontlines of pesticide exposure and may be at heightened risk for Parkinson’s disease. (Credit: Delcia Lopez | MyRGV.com, permission Public Health Watch)
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DHR Health Celebrates Graduating Class of Medical Residents, Fellows, and Pharmacy Residents
EDINBURG, Texas – DHR Health proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its graduates from their Graduate Medical Education (GME) program during a special graduation ceremony held on June 13, 2026, at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The event honored over 30 medical residents, fellows, and pharmacy residents who successfully completed their respective medical advanced training program. Hospital leadership, as well as family members, were all gathered to celebrate this important milestone.
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Valley experts highlight PTSD mental health services, stigma
In observance of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, Awareness Month, local health experts are emphasizing the importance of understanding the condition and the resources available to those who suffer from it. The post Valley experts highlight PTSD mental health services, stigma appeared first on MyRGV.com .
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DHR Health Physician Educates Community on Obesity Prevention, Healthy Living, and Preventive Care
EDINBURG, Texas – DHR Health continues its commitment to community education and wellness through outreach efforts that encourage individuals to take charge of their health. Recently, Dr. Roque Mifuji, a DHR Health board-certified internal medicine physician, who also has an additional certification in obesity medicine, presented to employees of Lone Star National Bank and members of the Edinburg Rotary Club.
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DHR Health Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. Kip Owen, Re-Elected to National Sports Medicine Society
Edinburg, Texas: DHR Health is delighted to announce that orthopaedic surgeon, Kip Owen, MD, FAAOS has been re-elected to the Council of Delegates for the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) for a second consecutive, three-year term. The AOSSM is a professional organization dedicated to providing knowledge, skills, and...
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Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce: We must protect the benefits of the Affordable Care Act
MISSION, Texas - Protecting the benefits contained in the Affordable Care Act is one of the top legiative agenda items for the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce. The group issued eight “distinct pillars of advocacy” items for a legislative push it is making this week with Rio Grande Valley Partnership.
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Dr. Sandra Esquivel Hits Historic 2,000 Robotic Surgery Milestone at STHS Edinburg
Revolutionizing the field of surgery, robotic-assisted technology has redefined modern surgical care by merging innovative innovation with surgical expertise. This minimally invasive approach enables physicians to perform complex procedures through small incisions, offering enhanced precision and control while minimizing trauma to the body. For more than a decade, South Texas...
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STHS Edinburg Solidifies Leadership in Advanced Care with Triple Surgical Reaccreditation
There’s no doubt that advancements in surgical technology are changing lives, shifting care away from traditional open procedures toward less invasive, more precise techniques that promote faster healing and improved outcomes. “Robotic and minimally invasive surgery allow patients to recover more quickly,” says Bob Saggi, MD, FACS, a general...
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Arnoldo Rodriguez: Surviving Cancer to Advocate for Better Care in South Texas
Arnoldo Rodriguez prides himself in keeping a professional appearance. Whether it be in his position as an educator, school administrator, executive, or in educational sales, the McAllen, Texas, resident always dressed to impress. That’s why Arnoldo knew when he put on a crisp suit and the once-clinging fabric hung loosely...
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STHS Children’s Marks 20th Anniversary with Gala Honoring Pediatric Providers Behind Its Success
For the past 20 years, South Texas Health System Children’s has stood as a place where compassionate care and clinical excellence come together to create hope for children and their families. Since opening its doors in March 2006 as the Rio Grande Valley’s first dedicated children’s hospital, more than...
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Weslaco and Knapp Medical Center launch at-home health program
The city of Weslaco and Knapp Medical Center have teamed up to launch a new program that brings health services directly to people's homes. The community healthcare program will serve people who don't qualify for hospice or home health providers but have had repeated hospital admissions. The goal is to...
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Knapp Medical Center receives five stars in Medicare ratings
WESLACO, Texas – Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, is the only hospital in the Rio Grande Valley to receive a 5-star rating in the latest hospital ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). In fact, Knapp is the...
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Texas Man Says Hospital Banned Him for Advocating for His Seriously Ill Father’s Care: ‘Call the Medical Board’
A man in Edinburg, Texas, accused a local hospital of banning him from the premises, saying that he was only advocating for his seriously ill father’s care. He would later reveal he had threatened to call the police if staff didn’t share his father’s records and documentation.
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UT System approves $42.3 million project to convert Harlingen retail center into UTRGV therapy facility
The University of Texas System Board of Regents approved a $42.3 million funding package to transform a former Harlingen retail center into a state-of-the-art academic facility for the UTRGV Departments of Physical and Occupational Therapy, according to a news release. The project was approved during a Thursday meeting and will...
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STHS Heart Celebrates 700th Robotic-Assisted Surgery
For three decades, South Texas Health System (STHS) Heart has stood at the forefront of cardiovascular care in the Rio Grande Valley, evolving well beyond its origins as one of the first dedicated heart hospitals in the United States to deliver advanced, patient-focused services across multiple specialties. Driven by a...
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DHR Health Nursing Apprenticeship Earns State Recognition from Texas Workforce Commission Leaders
EDINBURG, Texas — Albert Treviño III, commissioner representing labor for the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), praised the DHR Health and South Texas College Registered Nurse Apprenticeship Program as a model for workforce development during a graduation ceremony honoring the program’s first cohort. The event celebrated 10 graduates...
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Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez Urges New Nurses to Lead Through Service and Discipline
EDINBURG, Texas — Dr. Ambrosio Hernandez encouraged graduates of the DHR Health Registered Nurse Apprenticeship Program to approach their careers with humility, discipline, and a commitment to service during remarks at the program’s fourth graduation ceremony held in partnership with Rio Grande Valley College. Dr. Hernandez, who serves...