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Laredo Medical Center invites mothers and mothers-to-be to its sixth annual Breastfeeding Awareness Community Fair on Wednesday, August 5, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Community Center located in Tower B, first floor, at the hospital campus. Held in recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, the fair aims to empower and educate families on the lifelong benefits of breastfeeding—for babies, mothers, and entire households. Hosted in collaboration with several local organizations, this free event is op... ... Read More

A growing trend in orthopedics reveals that younger people are undergoing hip and knee replacements, raising questions about the optimal age to undergo these procedures. According to the American Academy of Orthopedics, by 2030, people younger than 65 will account for more than half of hip replacements and more than 60 percent of knee replacements. Only an orthopedic surgeon can help determine if a joint replacement is appropriate for a younger person, but they are becoming increasingly common among Gen... ... Read More

Affordable exams now available in Laredo and Zapata As families prepare for a new school year, healthcare providers are encouraging parents to add one important item to their back-to-school checklist: a sports physical exam. Laredo CareClinic and Zapata Family Medical Clinic are now offering affordable sports physicals for school-age children, helping students meet participation requirements while ensuring they are healthy, safe and ready for a successful year both in and out of the classroom. “Back-to-... ... Read More

For Robert Vedia, a 17-year law enforcement veteran, choosing bariatric surgery was about more than losing weight—it was about gaining a healthier future. In 2010, Vedia received a kidney transplant after being in dialysis for about five years. Weight gain can be one of the side effects of a kidney transplant. Because diet and exercise were not helping him, in 2022, Vedia underwent bariatric surgery performed by Dr. Michael C. Morris, general and bariatric surgeon at Laredo Physician Associates and medi... ... Read More

On June 25, Laredo Medical Center celebrated the grand opening of its new Laredo Medical Center Buena Vista ER, a freestanding emergency department that expands access to 24/7 emergency care for residents and businesses in southeast Laredo. Hospital leaders, physicians, clinicians and staff were joined by elected officials, members from the Laredo Fire Department and other key stakeholders for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and facility tours at the new emergency room, located at 4019 Cuatro Vientos Road, ne... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Medical Center proudly welcomed the Class of 2029 to its family medicine and internal medicine residency programs during its annual White Coat Ceremony, a meaningful tradition that celebrates the start of their journey in graduate medical education. The event was held at Laredo Medical Center’s Community Center and attended by hospital leadership, board members, medical staff, employees, and the proud families and friends of the incoming residents. Also in attendance were represen... ... Read More

With an estimated 700,000 to one million knee-specific operations performed in the United States each year, arthroscopic knee surgery has transformed the treatment of joint injuries, providing patients with a minimally invasive option that supports faster recovery and improved outcomes. This advanced surgical technique allows orthopedic specialists, including those at Laredo Medical Center, to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee conditions with precision, while minimizing disruption to surrounding t... ... Read More

More than 7 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. That number is expected to nearly double by 2050, highlighting the growing impact of the nation’s most common form of dementia. In Texas, an estimated 500,000 adults age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, with Hispanic and Black Americans facing a disproportionately higher risk of developing the disease. Observed each June, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month enc... ... Read More

Community invited to ribbon cutting, tours and refreshments on June 25 LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Medical Center will celebrate the grand opening of its new Laredo Medical Center Buena Vista ER on Thursday, June 25, at 10 a.m., and community members are invited to attend the special event marking the expansion of emergency care services in southeast Laredo. The celebration will take place at 4019 Cuatro Vientos Road, near Whataburger and the Buena Vista Sports Complex, and will feature a ribbon-cutting cere... ... Read More

Men are often less likely than women to seek routine medical care, making preventive health screenings and annual exams critical tools for identifying potential health concerns before they become serious. As part of Laredo Medical Center’s Healthy Connections series, Luis Manuel Ramon, FNP-BC, a family nurse practitioner at Primary Care Associates of Laredo, will present “Men’s Health: The Importance of Annual Exams and Prevention,” an informative talk focused on helping men take charge of their health ... ... Read More