South Texas Health System Children’s

South Texas Health System Children’s South Texas Health System Children's is a freestanding pediatric hospital and part of STHS. Social media accounts are managed by Marketing.

South Texas Health System Children's is the first freestanding pediatric hospital in the Rio Grande Valley. The 107-bed hospital in Edinburg, Texas, features the region’s only exclusive pediatric emergency department, a Joint Commission certified asthma program, Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Institute as well as access to physicians in many specialty areas. We are unable to provide medical advice through social media. Please contact your physician, or in case of emergency, call 911. Although we do our best to respond to comments and messages, there may be a delay in response time, and we may not be able to respond due to the nature of the message. Please visit our website for language assistance, disability accommodations, the non-discrimination notice, Terms of Service and other important disclaimers.

Starting Diabetes Prevention at a Young Age: Educating and empowering children to lead healthy lifestyles is essential t...
03/30/2026

Starting Diabetes Prevention at a Young Age: Educating and empowering children to lead healthy lifestyles is essential to prevent serious health conditions later in life, especially diabetes.

With type 2 diabetes on the rise among children, who face increased risks of complications like kidney, heart, and eye disease at an earlier age, South Texas Health System partnered with Prominence Health Plan to host a diabetes prevention conference designed specifically for kids.

During the fifth annual Prevent, Treat & Beat Diabetes Symposium, held at the South Texas College Health Science Professions Campus, more than 100 elementary students from PSJA ISD's Aida C. Escobar Elementary participated in a healthcare professional-led seminar highlighting the dangers of diabetes. Students also participated in interactive nutrition and exercise sessions that demonstrated practical ways to build and maintain healthy habits, along with a self-care strategies class focused on supporting their mental health, led by STHS Behavioral.

A special thank you to all the presenters for their dedication to helping prevent, treat and beat diabetes in our local children.

Where Compassion Meets Calling: This National Doctors Day, South Texas Health System Children’s salutes the remarkable p...
03/30/2026

Where Compassion Meets Calling: This National Doctors Day, South Texas Health System Children’s salutes the remarkable physicians of the Rio Grande Valley with profound gratitude, especially the pediatric hospitalists, pediatric specialists and pediatric providers who serve our facility with unwavering compassion and purpose.

For the last 20 years, you have shown up for the patients and their families at STHS Children’s with healing hands, open hearts and an unshakable commitment to care. In moments of fear and uncertainty, you offer comfort. In times of illness, you bring hope. The lives you touch, especially those of the children in our community, are forever changed because of your dedication.

Your long hours, selfless service and steadfast devotion don’t go unnoticed. Thank you for answering the call to serve, for standing beside families in their most vulnerable moments and for always placing patients at the center of everything you do. Because of you, the Rio Grande Valley is stronger, healthier and more hopeful.

Oh, the Places You’ll Grow! South Texas Health System Children’s welcomed nearly 30 students enrolled in the Valley Init...
03/28/2026

Oh, the Places You’ll Grow! South Texas Health System Children’s welcomed nearly 30 students enrolled in the Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) programs this week for a special Lunch & Learn event. Clinical Manager of Pediatrics Rosio Contreras highlighted the many healthcare services, outreach programs and community events the hospital provides for children and families across the Rio Grande Valley.

The students also had the opportunity to tour the facility, including visits to the pediatric patient floors, the emergency room and the pediatric intensive care unit, all while learning more about the wide range of career opportunities available at STHS Children’s.

South Texas Health System is proud to be a corporate partner of VIDA, whose programs help low-income, unemployed and underemployed residents of the RGV pursue the education they need to build meaningful careers.

Best of luck to all Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement - VIDA students preparing to graduate in the coming months. We look forward to watching them grow their careers with STHS!

Be the Reason a Family Feels at Home: Ronald McDonald House Charities South Texas is seeking community partners to help ...
03/27/2026

Be the Reason a Family Feels at Home: Ronald McDonald House Charities South Texas is seeking community partners to help make a meaningful impact. Local businesses and organizations are invited to become official Pantry Partners for the Ronald McDonald Family Room at South Texas Health System Children’s.

As a Pantry Partner, you’ll help keep the Family Room kitchen fully stocked for an entire month—ensuring that parents and caregivers of hospitalized children can stay nourished without ever having to leave the facility.

The Ronald McDonald House Charities South Texas Family Room at STHS Children’s provides families with a quiet, comforting space just steps from their child’s bedside. It offers a place to rest, recharge, enjoy a meal, take a shower, or even do laundry during some of their most challenging moments.

To learn more about becoming a Pantry Partner and making a meaningful difference for families in need, please contact Miriam Gelman at (956) 476 6489 or visit https://bit.ly/4aUCNbQ.

Serving Care with Every Bite: For nearly two years, Jovana Guerrero has been an exceptional member of the Nutrition & Di...
03/25/2026

Serving Care with Every Bite: For nearly two years, Jovana Guerrero has been an exceptional member of the Nutrition & Dietary Services Department at South Texas Health System Children’s and STHS Edinburg.

As a retail cold prep team member, Jovana prepares fresh, high-quality items each day, from crisp salads and fruit cups to delicious desserts, to be served in the Grandview Café and delivered to patients in our care. She also supports the department as a cashier and dietary aide, helping to set up the tray line to ensure every meal is prepared with care and efficiency.

With more than 20 years of experience in the food service industry, Jovana brings kindness, humility and a true team-first attitude to everything she does. She is always ready to lend a helping hand and takes pride in creating a positive experience for both patients and visitors.

“I really enjoy the environment at STHS and being part of a team that cares. I love helping take care of our patients because good nutrition is such an important part of the healing process.”

Thank you, Jovana, for your dedication and compassion, especially in caring for our pediatric patients. Your commitment makes a meaningful difference every day.

Empowered Towards Excellence: Nurses across all 12 South Texas Health System facilities bring compassion, skill and dedi...
03/23/2026

Empowered Towards Excellence: Nurses across all 12 South Texas Health System facilities bring compassion, skill and dedication to every patient. To support their growth, STHS offers special training opportunities like the Clinical Ladder Program, which strengthens clinical expertise and promotes career advancement.

This year, Lizette Flores, RN, became the first Level II Clinical Ladder graduate at STHS Children’s—a milestone that reflects both her dedication and the program’s impact. She began her nursing career at STHS McAllen in 2005, caring for pediatric patients before transitioning to STHS Children’s when it opened in 2006. Although she briefly stepped away, her passion for her team and her patients brought her back, and she has now devoted 16 years to serving in the pediatric intensive care unit.

As part of her Clinical Ladder journey, she attended the South Texas Advanced Symposium on Trauma, Critical Care & Emergency General Surgery and completed a Stop the Bleed® course, later training PICU staff with the skills she gained.

Lizette says collaboration and communication across departments are essential to delivering the best care for young patients. “The Clinical Ladder Program allows us to grow as bedside nurses and be recognized for our dedication to quality care,” she shares.

Congratulations to Lizette on this outstanding achievement and her lasting impact on the children and families she serves.

Two Decades of Putting Kids First: Twenty years ago, South Texas Health System Children’s opened its doors with a bold a...
03/21/2026

Two Decades of Putting Kids First: Twenty years ago, South Texas Health System Children’s opened its doors with a bold and necessary promise: to put kids first. As the Rio Grande Valley’s first dedicated pediatric healthcare facility, STHS Children’s transformed how children and families access care, bringing specialized, compassionate, child‑centered services close to home.

Today, that rich history is being shared with the community in the latest issue of RGVision magazine.

Titled “Twenty Years of Putting Kids First,” the feature highlights the hospital’s most impactful milestones over the past two decades, including the development and expansion of the region’s largest pediatric intensive care unit and the largest dedicated pediatric emergency department.

Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, the 86‑bed hospital has cared for more than 300,000 pediatric patients. With services ranging from emergency treatment and intensive care to specialty care and preventive programs, STHS Children’s stands as a trusted pillar of the Valley community, delivering advanced pediatric care in an environment designed entirely around children and their families.

Read the full story at RGVision Media: https://bit.ly/414l1yJ

To learn more about South Texas Health System Children’s comprehensive pediatric services, visit: https://bit.ly/4rO9gqU

Spreading Love Through Coloring, Crafts & Conversation: Together We Love students recently visited pediatric patients at...
03/20/2026

Spreading Love Through Coloring, Crafts & Conversation: Together We Love students recently visited pediatric patients at South Texas Health System Children’s, donating nearly 30 coloring books, slime kits and craft supplies collected through a social media drive.

Beyond the donations, they spent time engaging with children in the playroom, bringing joy, comfort and a sense of normalcy during their stay.

This student-led organization continues to serve the Rio Grande Valley with compassion and consistency. We’re grateful for their generosity and the positive impact they made on our patients and families.

Thank you, Together We Love, for making a lasting impact on our patients and their families!

03/18/2026

Sleep is essential for child development; it serves as a critical period for physical growth, brain maturation and emotional regulation. A good night’s rest enables memory consolidation, boosts the immune system and directly influences learning, behavior and attention spans.
Children's sleep needs vary depending on their age, with recommendations ranging from 12 to 16 hours for toddlers to 8 to 10 hours for teenagers.
Unfortunately, nearly half of all U.S. children don’t consistently get the recommended amount of sleep, according to the National Sleep Foundation, while only 14% of elementary-aged kids meeting national guidelines. Over time, it can influence mental health and behavior, academic performance and physical health, including a higher risk of obesity, weakened immune system and daytime fatigue.
In the latest installment of its Let’s Talk Children’s Health webinar series, South Texas Health System Children’s will shine a spotlight on the importance of sleep for children’s health.
During the webinar, a healthcare professional will guide families through the essentials of healthy sleep, including how to recognize signs of poor sleep quality, how to build routines that work even in busy households and when to seek guidance from a healthcare provider.

Comfort, Care & A Steady Hand: Since 2021, Jael Faurestal has been a dedicated phlebotomist at South Texas Health System...
03/18/2026

Comfort, Care & A Steady Hand: Since 2021, Jael Faurestal has been a dedicated phlebotomist at South Texas Health System Children’s and STHS Edinburg, caring for pediatric and adult patients with compassion and precision.

Originally from Miami, Jael moved to the Valley in 2013 and soon found her calling at STHS. A former medical assistant and mother of three, she brings empathy, patience and understanding to every encounter, connecting not only with patients but also with their families during vulnerable moments.

“I enjoy developing bonds with my patients,” she says. “At the end of the day, it’s all about providing quality, compassionate care.”

Jael is currently pursuing her LVN and plans to graduate next June as an RN, with long term goals of becoming an anesthesiologist technician.

Thank you, Jael, for the invaluable care you provide to our patients and families.

Helping Your Child Get a Better Night’s Rest: Sleep is essential for child development; it serves as a critical period f...
03/17/2026

Helping Your Child Get a Better Night’s Rest: Sleep is essential for child development; it serves as a critical period for physical growth, brain maturation and emotional regulation.

Unfortunately, nearly half of all U.S. children don’t consistently get the recommended amount of sleep, per the National Sleep Foundation, while only 14% of elementary-aged kids meet national guidelines. Over time, it can influence mental health and behavior, academic performance and physical health, including a higher risk of obesity, weakened immune system and daytime fatigue.

So, to help families better understand the importance of sleep for children’s health, South Texas Health System Children’s is dedicating its latest Let’s Talk Children’s Health webinar to the subject. Streaming live via the STHS and STHS Children's pages this Wednesday, March 18, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, the online seminar will guide families through the essentials of healthy sleep, including how to recognize signs of poor sleep quality, how to build routines that work even in busy households and when to seek guidance from a healthcare provider.

For more information, visit the STHS Children's Facebook Events page. https://bit.ly/4bprWqM

Helping Children & Families Cope with Hospital Stays: March is Child Life Month, a time to recognize the incredible impa...
03/16/2026

Helping Children & Families Cope with Hospital Stays: March is Child Life Month, a time to recognize the incredible impact of Child Life Programs in supporting pediatric patients and their families. Through emotional support, developmentally appropriate care and coping strategies, these programs help ease stress and improve the hospital experience for children and their loved ones.

With the generous support of organizations like The Auxiliary to South Texas Health System, Spirit Halloween's Spirit of Children and the KRGV Cares Closet, South Texas Health System Children's continues to make hospital visits less stressful and more positive through its Child Life Program.

From weekly arts & crafts activities and toy distributions to special visits from superheroes and other uplifting programs, the Child Life Program is dedicated to creating meaningful, comforting experiences for hospitalized children and their families.

A heartfelt thank you to the many organizations that have supported the program over the years and helped ensure our young patients feel cared for, supported and encouraged during their stay.

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