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Laredo Medical Center continues to strengthen its commitment to the community as construction progresses on a new emergency department in southeast Laredo to better serve the area’s growing population and expanding business corridor. Laredo Medical Center Buena Vista ER officially broke ground in June 2025, and construction reached a significant milestone with a topping-out ceremony in October 2025, marking the completion of the building’s structural framework at the future site, located at 4019 Cuatro ... ... Read More

Laredo Medical Center affiliate, Laredo Physician Associates, provides greater access and care to the community Access to primary care and specialty care continues to grow in the Laredo-Webb County region, thanks to Laredo Medical Center affiliate, Laredo Physician Associates. The medical group includes eight Family Medicine providers and 13 specialists, including orthopedic surgery/sports medicine and neurosurgery and spine. "We are committed to helping people get well and live healthier by expanding a... ... Read More

Laredo Medical Center continued to expand access to care and strengthen clinical services across Laredo, Webb County and the surrounding South Texas region, while advancing several projects aimed at meeting the community’s evolving healthcare needs. “Our focus remains on providing timely, appropriate care close to home,” said Jorge Leal, FACHE, chief executive officer of Laredo Medical Center. “That means investing in services, infrastructure and our people, while maintaining a strong emphasis on qualit... ... Read More

A popular Washington’s Birthday tradition that encourages Laredoans of all ages to walk, run and thrive for healthier lifestyles will be held on Saturday, February 7, at Laredo Medical Center. Originally known as the WBCA Founding Fathers’ 5K Run, last year the event was rebranded and reenergized in 2024 as the Laredo Association of Realtors(LAR) Run George Run 5K Run and Walk. LAR is a Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) affiliate. Along with the race is a free Wellness Fair, courtesy ... ... Read More

Clotting of our blood supports recovery from injury, but when blood clots are in the body and don’t break up or dissolve as they should, they can block the flow of blood with serious consequences. On average, one person in the U.S. dies from a clot-caused death every six seconds. Dr. Jaime Piñero, emergency department medical director at Laredo Medical Center, says everyone is at risk for clots, regardless of age or gender. Pregnancy, treatment for cancer, having a major surgery, or hospitalization for ... ... Read More

Jorge Leal, FACHE, CEO of Laredo Medical Center, has been named board chairman of HOSPAC, the political action committee of the Texas Hospital Association, for 2026-2027, succeeding Ajith Pai. Leal brings more than 17 years of experience in health care leadership and a strong commitment to ensuring hospitals have a voice with policymakers. John Hawkins, president/CEO of the Texas Hospital Association, believes that Leal is the right fit at the right time. “Jorge is a leader with vison and passion,” says... ... Read More

Deaths from heart attack have dropped by nearly 90 percent over the past 50 years, but deaths by other heart conditions have increased over the same period. The heart attack survival rate has improved thanks to advances in treatment and intervention, but rising cases of atrial fibrillation and arrhythmias, heart failure, and hypertensive heart disease are now the leading causes of death among heart conditions. A likely contribution to these increases: More Americans have the heart disease risk factors o... ... Read More

Warm up to wellness at the Zapata Family Medical Clinic on Saturday, December 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a morning of free health screenings, educational booths and family fun — all designed to help you stay healthy and thriving through the winter months. This fun and informative outdoor wellness celebration is free and open to families from Zapata, San Ygnacio, Falcon Lake Estates/Falcon Heights, Lopeno, Medina, Ramireño and Las Palmas. Guests can take advantage of free health screenings, including ... ... Read More

By Rochelle V. Gonzalez, FNP-BC For busy women who typically put others’ needs before their own, remember that taking time to care for themselves is important to good health. Regular well-woman exams are a simple and effective way to start. The principal parts of a well-woman visit are a routine pelvic exam – which checks the uterus, ovaries and other organs to make sure they are healthy – and a Pap test, which screens for certain gynecological cancers. The Pap smear is the primary test for cervical can... ... Read More

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. and the statistics on the rates by age have surprised the medical community. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases have been identified in adults under 50 each year while the rates for adults 50 and older have been going down over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in 2025. Rochelle V. Gonzalez, FNP-BC... ... Read More