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LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Medical Center is expanding its commitment to the community with a new emergency department in South Laredo to better serve the area’s growing population and business corridor. The community is invited to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for Laredo Medical Center–Buena Vista ER on Thursday, June 12 at 11:00 a.m. at the future site: 4019 Cuatro Vientos Road, near the Buena Vista Sports Complex. The Buena Vista ER will operate 24/7, offering full-service emergency care backed by t... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas – The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Dr. Tyler King, a family medicine and obesity medicine physician with Primary Care Associates of Laredo, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways to get and stay in shape and prevent chronic disease. Cardiovascular health increases through swimming because your entire body is working against the resistance of the water, and your heart and lungs work harder to sup... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas, JUNE 5, 2025 – Children are often encouraged to drink milk for strong bones, but after that, bone health is largely ignored until the golden years. However, taking steps to support bone strength is important to provide structural support, protect vital organs and enhance mobility throughout our lives. According to Dr. Mario Cesar Flores, a family medicine physician with Primary Care Associates of Laredo, adults reach peak bone mass in their twenties, and maintaining bone density is import... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas, MAY 9, 2025 – Laredo Medical Center has been named to the 2025 list of 150+ top places to work in healthcare by Becker’s Healthcare, a national publication that honors organizations going above and beyond to cultivate exceptional workplace cultures in the healthcare industry. This prestigious recognition highlights healthcare providers that demonstrate a strong commitment to the well-being of their staff by offering competitive benefits, robust professional development opportunities, incl... ... Read More

As we celebrate National Hospital Week (May 11-17), I invite our community to reflect on the power of unity in healthcare. This year’s theme, “We Are Healthcare,” carries deep meaning for all of us at Laredo Medical Center. It speaks not only to the work we do—but to who we are. At Laredo Medical Center, every individual—whether at a patient’s bedside, behind the scenes in administration, or offering a warm smile at the front desk—has an essential role in delivering care. Healthcare is a team effort, an... ... Read More

By Christine Martinez, MSN, R.N., Chief Nursing Officer, Laredo Medical Center As we mark National Nurses Week 2025, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the extraordinary nurses who serve our community with steadfast dedication, compassion, and courage. This year’s theme, The Power of Nurses, couldn’t be more fitting. It captures the essence of what nurses represent—not just within the walls of our hospital and clinics, but in every corner of our lives. At Laredo Medical Center, I have the ... ... Read More

LAREDO, TX – Laredo Medical Center is blending celebration with education as it kicks off Stroke Awareness Month with its fourth annual Fiesta de LMC—a vibrant, health-focused event set for Thursday, May 1, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the hospital’s main entrance foyer. Inspired by the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, the fiesta will feature festive decorations, live music, delicious snacks, and refreshing aguas frescas—all with a serious purpose: raising awareness about stroke, its risks, and how to prevent it.... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Medical Center celebrated National Volunteer Week by recognizing the dedicated members of the auxiliary to Laredo Medical Center during a special appreciation ceremony held at the hospital. The event featured remarks from hospital leadership, including Chief Executive Officer Jorge Leal and Marketing Director/Volunteer Coordinator Priscilla Salinas who all expressed heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers for their service and compassion. Whether it's welcoming and assisting visitor... ... Read More

Total Community Benefit Estimated to be $498 Million in 2024 LAREDO, Texas, APRIL 4, 2025 – Laredo Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with almost 335,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Rep... ... Read More

LAREDO, Texas, APRIL 2, 2025 – To help address hunger in Laredo and several surrounding communities, Laredo Medical Center announced the donation of 7,077 jars of peanut butter to the South Texas Food Bank. The announcement coincided with National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. All of that peanut butter was donated by Laredo Medical Center employees, medical staff, and volunteers, as well as by students, businesses, first responders and other generous individuals from the area, during the hospital’s third... ... Read More