At The Doctors Hospital of Laredo Blog you'll find information you can use to improve your overall health and well-being, and stories about our amazing patients and Healthcare Heroes serving our community.
Heart Attack Symptoms – What’s Different for Men and Women
January 12, 2022
Knowing the signs and symptoms can save your life!
Could You Have Atrial Fibrillation?
January 12, 2022
What to know about this sometimes silent condition.
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
December 16, 2021
Want a fresh start for 2022? Create realistic, reasonable goals to set yourself up for success.
Could You Have Seasonal Depression?
December 16, 2021
Winter blahs and holiday stress have you down? Read more for helpful strategies to lighten your mood.
Simple Blood Test Can Save a Man’s Life
November 10, 2021
A PSA test can detect prostate cancer early.
DHL Is First in Area with Robotic-Assisted Surgery
June 30, 2021
Robotic technology can provide many benefits to patients: less pain and blood loss, shorter hospitals stays.
Recovered COVID-19 Patient Heads Home
November 9, 2020
Hospital workers line the hallways to celebrate the discharge of recovered COVID-19 patient Nora D. Martinez.
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Routine Mammogram
October 28, 2020
Breast Surgeon Gary W. Unzeitig spoke with Ruben Villarreal from KGNS-TV about the importance of regular mammograms, advances in breast cancer treatments, and much more.
NICU Team Acts Fast During All-Important First Hour of Life
May 12, 2020
The last thing mom-to-be Velma Saenz expected was to go into labor at just 26 weeks. Expectant mother Miroslaba Perez was just as surprised when her water broke at only 25 weeks.
Ask The Doctor: Is Sports Medicine Just For Pro Athletes?
May 11, 2020
Sports Medicine Physician Armando Gonzalez, MD, answers frequently asked questions about sports medicine, including how even non-athletes can benefit.
Eat Right, Bite by Bite
May 6, 2020
Blanca Villarreal, RD, LD, Bariatric Coordinator and Registered Dietitian at the Weight Loss and Wellness Center at Doctors Hospital, shares valuable insights.
Community Steps up With Overwhelming Show of Support
April 27, 2020
From food to face masks to words of encouragement, those on the frontlines have been buoyed by overwhelming acts of generosity.