South Texas Healthcare System HealthNews
Fall 2007

Contents

 Home
 McAllen Medical Center Offers a New Look
 McAllen Medical Center: Lead Level III Trauma Center in Hidalgo County
 Edinburg Family Emergency Center
Is Here for the Entire Family
 When to Take Your
Child to the ER
 4 Emergencies -- 4 Things to Do Right Away
 Heart Attack Symptoms? 'Just get Here'
 Advantage Programs Offer Quick Registration in EDs
 Our EDs Are Prepared for Behavioral Health Emergencies
 Adult Medicine &
Urgent Care Clinic
 Past Issues

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McAllen Medical Center Offers a New Look

You'll notice some dramatic changes the next time you visit the Emergency Department (ED) at McAllen Medical Center. We've renovated the emergency room (ER) and created a more spacious lobby and registration area.

"The ER is more attractive, it functions better, and it's more private so it's easier for families to support their loved ones during medical emergencies," says Rebecca Ryder, Interim Chief Executive Officer at McAllen Medical Center.

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Lead Level III Trauma Center in Hidalgo County

As the lead Level III trauma center in Hidalgo County, the Emergency Department at McAllen Medical Center handles the most difficult and devastating medical emergencies.

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Edinburg Family Emergency Center Is Here for the Entire Family

Any member of your family, when facing medical emergencies, can get complete diagnostic, treatment and surgical services at Edinburg Family Emergency Center.
When to Take Your Child to the ER

Knowing when to take your baby or young child to the emergency room (ER) can be difficult, especially when he or she can't tell you exactly what's wrong. If your child's symptoms don't seem life-threatening, you may want to call his or her doctor for advice.

  Heart Attack Symptoms?
'Just get Here'


When a heart attack strikes, every second counts. A quick response can save a life and/or greatly reduce disability. Fortunately, local residents who develop cardiac symptoms can get the expert care they need close to home at McAllen Heart Hospital.

  Advantage Programs Offer Quick Registration in EDs

Emergencies can be stressful, so you'll want to be able to stay by your loved one's side throughout the ordeal. But when you get to the emergency room (ER), you may be required to check in at the registration desk and answer many questions.


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Edinburg Regional Rehab Center · McAllen Heart Hospital
McAllen Medical Center · South Texas Behavioral Health Center
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