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What is heart disease and how can early diagnosis help me?

By: Dr. Fiorella Llanos, Cardiologist at DHR Health Heart Institute The term “heart disease” refers to multiple types of heart conditions. Most commonly referring to...

What are the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation?

By:  Hector Soto, M.D. DHR Health Heart Institute After suffering a heart attack or being diagnosed with heart failure, patients may feel overwhelmed and confused...

How does having diabetes affect my heart health?

By. Dr. Michael Seawell, DHR Health Heart Institute Diabetes is a prevalent disease worldwide and endemic in South Texas. The disease results in great systemic consequences...

New Joint & Spine Office Opening in Mission

Specialist available to treat knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, other orthopedic conditions Mission – A new orthopedics office, “Restore Joints and Spine”, is opening in Mission,...

I am considering a hysterectomy, but I am afraid to be out of work...

By: Dr. Rene Luna, Robotic Director, DHR Health Women’s Hospital Institute for Robotic Surgery Needing surgery can leave you feeling scared and anxious.  It can...

What are the signs and symptoms of thyroid disease? How do I know if...

By: Dr. Samuel K. Snyder, DHR Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Institute The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ in the lower anterior neck across the...

Can bariatric surgery help me live a healthier lifestyle?

By:  Dr. Robert Alleyn DHR Health Bariatric and Metabolic Institute Obesity is not a cosmetic problem, it is a serious disease.  In 2021 Wallet Hub...

What is glaucoma? How do I know if I am at risk?

By: Dr. Jorge Montes DHR Health Eye Institute Glaucoma is a condition that results when there is damage to the optic nerve behind the eye.  It...

“Does washing your hands actually prevent the flu? How often do I need...

By:  Marissa Gomez-Martinez, MD Does washing your hands actually prevent the flu? Absolutely.  Hand hygiene is very important in maintaining your health and preventing diseases such...

Rio Grande Regional Hospital Achieves Unprecedented Milestones in 2021

Cristina Rivera, Chief Executive Officer At Rio Grande Regional Hospital (RGRH) our focus has always been to provide the community outstanding medical care.  We recognize...