![A doctor reviewing a brain scan](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/webimage-202FE639-E66C-4BCB-86BDE2CECB2EDD2E%20%281%29.jpg?itok=6jH40OAk)
July 24, 2024
ER South and ER Saunders (both a Service of Doctors Hospital of Laredo) have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Certification.
![DHL employees holding The Joint Commission Stroke Certification Plaque](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/Stroke.Cert_.1.jpg?itok=5UmVEgu_)
June 12, 2024
Doctors Hospital of Laredo has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification.
![Women's services team accepting the designation plaque from the state.](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/Maternal.Design.1.jpg?itok=WMQ7aEB2)
June 12, 2024
Texas Department of State Health Services has re-designated DHL as a Level II (Specialty Care) Maternal Facility in Perinatal Care.
![Employees of DHL standing with a heart-shaped sign that reads 'Advanced Certification in Acute Heart Attack Ready'](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/AHAR.photo__0.jpg?itok=25YJTQJB)
January 16, 2024
The facilities were evaluated on the timely and effective care of patients in the Emergency Department, using the latest guidelines provided by the American College of Cardiology, Emergency Cardiovascular Care, and the American Heart Association.
![Employees of DHL standing with a heart-shaped sign that reads 'Advanced Primary Heart Atttack Center'](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/APHAC.DHL__0.jpg?itok=Rd4FcDxX)
November 27, 2023
The hospital was recognized for its commitment to striving for excellence and fostering continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care.
![Front view of Doctors Hospital](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/DHL%20Front.jpg?itok=BALNxLUV)
June 20, 2023
Doctors Hospital administration, the board of governors, medical staff and employees thank the community for the honor of receiving the 2023 Laredo Morning Times Readers’ Choice Award for best hospital.
![hospital staff holds Healogics award](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/WHC.Distinction.jpg?itok=voxHSyZ6)
June 06, 2023
This award honors the outstanding clinical outcomes achieved by the Doctors Hospital of Laredo Wound Healing Center.
![Female physician listens to senior patient's heart](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/Small-GettyImages-1092938166.jpg?itok=kLY1MYRq)
May 09, 2023
The FlowTriever® is the first mechanical thrombectomy device indicated by the FDA and created for the treatment of pulmonary embolism.
![Doctors Hospital Kitchen staff with award](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/GFFS.1.jpg?itok=pvBt9kHw)
June 08, 2022
The Food and Nutrition team at Doctors Hospital met the rigorous standards and expectations for safety required to achieve this honor.
![Doctors Hospital of Laredo Nationally Recognized With an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade](https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com/sites/doctorshosplaredo.com/files/styles/news_listing_thumbs/public/images/news/DHL_Leapfrog_Hospital_Safety_Grade_Fall_2021_group.jpg?itok=Mq_5OXtk)
November 10, 2021
This national distinction recognizes Doctors Hospital’s achievements in protecting patients from harm and error in the hospital.