Spiritual Transformation
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Expect a Surprise
The spiritual life is a journey of continual transformation to live the fullest life possible, all with God’s help. As we journey, we recognize that this persistent, transformed life is greater than we could have ever imagined for ourselves; and it is not used for selfish gain because it is always grounded within the Kingdom vocation. Continue Reading
News & Events
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Doctor Performs Valley’s 1st Surgery To Repair Ureter Using Robot
Dr. Manuel Espinoza, Urologist, has performed the Valley’s first robotic surgery to repair a ureter – a narrow tube which carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder. Following the first surgery, a 64-year-old Valley man said he is now free of pain he has lived with for the past 20 years. Continue Reading.
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“South Texas Sizzler” event sponsored by Valley Baptist Health System
Valley Baptist Health System is sponsoring a 5-kilometer and 10-kilometer walk / run, which will be held in Harlingen Saturday morning, Jan. 28, and will benefit disabled and special-needs children in the Valley. Continue Reading.
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NOVA Crisis Response Training Program
A National Crisis Response Team training program will be offered in the Valley in January and February as a preparation for disasters such as hurricanes, major crimes, floods, and other tragedies. Continue Reading.
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Valley Baptist Announces Leadership Changes
Valley Baptist Health System is pleased to announce the promotion of two experienced leaders in the organization. Effective March 1, 2012, Manny Vela, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for Valley Baptist Health System, will transition to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer of the Health System. James E. Eastham, who has filled that role for the last three years, will be transitioning to Vice President with Vanguard Health Systems (NYSE: VHS). Mr. Eastham’s principle responsibilities will be focused on public policy and advocacy. Continue Reading.
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5th Annual Community Christmas
Christmas carols will once again ring through the VBMC-Brownsville Stillman Lobby as Santa & Mrs. Claus make a special visit. Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate and punch while hearing your favorite Christmas music and Carols. Continue Reading.
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Valley Baptist Employees Pledge To Avoid Texting While Driving
A total of 423 Valley Baptist Medical Center employees in Harlingen and Brownsville have pledged to NOT text while driving. Continue Reading.
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An Open Notice to Our Patients:
(Español)On September 9, 2011, Valley Baptist Corporate Compliance received notice that a USB flash drive containing a document with patient names was lost by an employee in the employee parking lot at Valley Baptist Medical Center – Brownsville. A thorough search of the parking lot as well as the employee’s vehicle, clothing pockets and home was conducted to no avail. The following information was contained on the USB flash drive: patient names. Additionally, since the date the incident, no patients have reported evidence of medical data compromise. Continue Reading.
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Valley Baptist Receives Gold Awards for Care of Stroke and Heart Failure Patients
Life-saving care provided by Valley Baptist physicians and employees has made Valley Baptist-Brownsville and Valley Baptist-Harlingen the only hospitals in the Valley to receive a "Gold Plus" award for care of stroke patients and a "Gold" award for care of heart failure patients for 2011. Continue Reading.
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Forensic Conference to Include Continuing Education Credits for Nurses, Physicians, Police, Social Workers
Child abuse prevention, intervention and investigation in the Valley will be addressed during the RGV Seminar in Forensic Sciences, which will be held Nov. 9 to 11 at the Isla Grand Beach Resort on South Padre Island. Continue Reading.
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Valley Baptist Health System and Vanguard Health Systems Finalize Joint Venture
Vanguard Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE: VHS) and Valley Baptist Health System (VBHS) are pleased to announce today that they finalized the terms of their joint venture, effective September 1, 2011. Continue Reading.
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Valley Baptist Awarded 1st Joint Replacement "Gold Seal Of Approval" South Of San Antonio
Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen has become the first hospital south of San Antonio to be certified with a "Gold Seal of Approval" specifically for knee and hip replacement surgeries by a national accrediting organization for healthcare organizations. Continue Reading.
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New Surgical Suites Open In Brownsville
Valley Baptist Medical Center-Brownsville has completed construction to new surgery suites which will benefit Valley patients needing a wide variety of surgeries, including laparoscopic and other minimally-invasive surgeries. Continue Reading.
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Desert Storm Veteran Now Helping Send Supplies to Troops
Vince Randazzo, Director of Human Resources Information Systems at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen, knows first-hand what’s it’s like for our troops serving in the Middle East – and how they look forward to receiving care packages and mail from back home. Continue Reading.
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Dr. Ashraf Hilmy Performs Rare Surgery Using Less-Invasive Technique
Dr. Ashraf Hilmy, General, Vascular and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, has performed the first laparoscopic surgery at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen to remove a dangerous type of adrenal tumor Click here for more information
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Senior Adults Program Gets 2 New Vans to Transport Patients
Senior residents in the Valley have greater access to mental health services through transportation provided by the Senior Adults Program at Valley Baptist Medical Center. Continue Reading.
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Dr. Rick Bassett Surpasses 10,000 Knee Replacement Surgeries
Dr. Rick Bassett, Orthopedic Surgeon, has surpassed 10,000 knee replacement surgeries for patients at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen. Patients have come from across the country and Canada to have Dr. Bassett perform their knee or hip replacement surgery. Continue Reading.
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