Health care
BY COMMUNITY IMPACT STAFF
6 health care updates from Georgetown-area hospitals
1 St. David’s Georgetown Hospital The hospital’s fifth operating room will open in August or September to expand Georgetown’s clinical capacity, hospital CEO Kyle Landry said. As one of the hospital’s largest operating rooms, it will be equipped to handle the latest technology from the surgical space. The 650-square-foot facility will allow the hospital to attract more specialized surgeons and help staff schedule surgeries in a timely manner, he said. In October 2023, the hospital opened a new cardiac catheterization lab and outpatient cardiovascular imaging center. “We’re investing in our cardiovascular program to make sure that we can continue to treat more complex cases so that patients can stay here in Georgetown instead of having to leave the city limits to seek care,” Landry said.
3 Ascension Seton Williamson Jamie Youssef was named the new CEO of Ascension Texas in May, according to a news release. Formerly the senior vice president of network development and services lines at HCA Healthcare, Youssef is expected to help Ascension Texas expand access to health care across Central Texas. He also previously served in senior executive roles for Medical City Healthcare-HCA North Texas Division and Medical City Children’s Hospital. Youssef will oversee growth and operations across Ascension Texas hospitals, several of which received “A” hospital safety grades from nonprofit organization The Leapfrog Group in May. Ascension Seton Williamson was among these, and around 78% of all Ascension facilities received an “A” or “B” grade this spring.
2 Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Taylor Staff are marking the 50th anniversary of the hospital’s current facility, a milestone for some, like Nursing Director Dawn Dickens, that hits close to home. Dickens was born at the hospital and has worked there for nearly 24 years. She said since it’s a smaller, community-based facility, she gets to care for her neighbors. “It’s memorable for the team, and it’s meaningful to care for those in the community,” Dickens said. As the only hospital in Taylor, Vice President of Operations Tim Tarbell, who leads BS&W’s Pflugerville and Taylor medical centers, said the facility is consistently evaluating the community’s needs as it grows. The facility recently revitalized its pain management program by bringing on a new physician.
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5 Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock The medical center recently added the city’s first laryngologist specializing in the treatment of voice, airway and swallowing disorders, according to the health system. Dr. Matthew Marget provides treatment for issues such as chronic hoarseness, swallowing difficulties and vocal strain. These types of disorders can significantly affect quality of life, but many older patients struggle to find care close to home. “Vocal issues are often tied to underlying health problems, but many people don’t realize it—or that they can do something about them,” Marget said. Additionally, the facility received an “A” hospital safety grade from nonprofit organization The Leapfrog Group this spring.
4 St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center A new wound care clinic opened at St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center in March. The clinic is for those experiencing acute or chronic wounds. Conditions treated at the center include burns, diabetic ulcers, traumatic wounds, soft tissue necrosis, gangrene, crush injuries and many more. A team of specialists use hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment to promote vascular formation, encourage the body’s healing cells and inhibit bacterial growth, according to St. David’s HealthCare. The hyperbaric chamber is pressurized with compressed air to a pressure two to three times higher than exposure at sea level. Typical treatment takes two hours, and patients may receive daily treatment for 20-40 days.
6 Dell Children’s Medical Center North Campus The hospital elevated its trauma certification in April, and now operates as an advanced trauma center, making it one of only three Level 3 pediatric trauma centers in Texas, according to a news release. To receive the status, Dell Children’s staff performed individual reviews of each patient case, received a two-day facility survey by Texas EMS Trauma and Acute Care Foundation, created trauma guidelines specific to the location, and participated in a variety of other tasks. “As Central Texas continues to grow, it’s imperative that we invest in our hospitals and ensure we have the latest trauma advancements and staff available to serve our patients,” said Adam Messer, president of Dell Children’s Medical Center.
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