South Texas Health System

South Texas Health System Largest Provider of Healthcare in the Valley! South Texas Health System is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.

With six hospitals located throughout Southern Texas, South Texas Health System offers a comprehensive array of medical services, including cardiovascular, maternity and women's health, emergency and surgical care, along with specialty programs in transplant, chest pain, pediatrics, diabetes, wound care, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services. The hospitals of South Texas Health System include South Texas Health System McAllen, South Texas Health System Heart, South Texas Health System Edinburg / Edinburg Regional Rehab Center, South Texas Health System Children's, Cornerstone Regional Hospital and South Texas Behavioral Health Center. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. Cornerstone Regional Hospital is directly or indirectly owned and operated by a partnership that includes a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation, and physician owners, including certain members of the hospital medical staff. Social media accounts are managed by Marketing. 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.

Rooted in Deep Appreciation: This Veterans Day, South Texas Health System distributed nearly 100 plants to the veteran e...
11/12/2025

Rooted in Deep Appreciation: This Veterans Day, South Texas Health System distributed nearly 100 plants to the veteran employees across the system's 12 facilities, as well as the dozens of veteran patients in our care on the national holiday, as a special token of appreciation for their courage, service and sacrifice to our great nation.

Plants are considered a symbol of resiliency as they often survive and sometimes even thrive in unfavorable conditions. In giving a plant to our veteran staff members and patients, STHS acknowledges the gifts our veterans have already given us through their bravery.

A heartfelt thank you to all veterans across the Rio Grande Valley for your service and allegiance to our great nation and your continued devotion to the community.

Restoring Voices, Rebuilding Confidence: Meet Isela Serda, the lead speech pathologist at the South Texas Health System ...
11/12/2025

Restoring Voices, Rebuilding Confidence: Meet Isela Serda, the lead speech pathologist at the South Texas Health System McAllen Outpatient Rehabilitation Center!

For nearly two years, Isela has been making a remarkable difference in the lives of her patients through her skill, compassion and positivity.

Isela works closely with post-stroke patients, as well as those living with Parkinson’s disease, dementia, neurological conditions and dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). Certified in VitalStim and myofascial release therapy, she uses advanced techniques to help her patients regain their communication and swallowing abilities, which are essential steps toward independence and improved quality of life.

“I love getting to know my patients and being part of their journey toward recovery,” Isela shares. “It’s so rewarding to see them form bonds with one another and find encouragement through shared progress.”

As a lead speech pathologist, Isela not only provides direct patient care but also guides her team in ensuring that every patient receives personalized, evidence-based therapy that supports both their physical recovery and emotional well-being. Her beautiful personality shines through in everything she does.

Thank you, Isela, for turning every therapy session into a space of hope, connection and healing.

Honoring One of STHS' Own Local Heroes: South Texas Health System is proud to employ nearly 100 veterans who've followed...
11/11/2025

Honoring One of STHS' Own Local Heroes: South Texas Health System is proud to employ nearly 100 veterans who've followed up their brave service to our nation by helping support the healthcare needs of patients across our 12 facilities.

Each year, STHS honors one of our veteran employees with its STHS Veteran of the Year award. This year, that honor goes to Jamaila Lemke, a registered nurse who serves as the manager of STHS ER Alamo and STHS ER Weslaco.

“I’m so honored that my accomplishments are being recognized in this way. It’s very humbling,” says Lemke, who was recognized during a surprise award presentation at STHS Behavioral’s annual A Salute to Valley Veterans Concert & Community Fair this past weekend. “As a veteran, you get used to serving; you don’t do it for the recognition, you do it for love of country. So, I’m truly touched; it’s an incredibly special honor.”

During her eight years at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Ga., Jamaila worked in satellite communications, assisting with several high-profile national and international SATCOM-related activities, including Hurricane Katrina and the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti. She even took part in extensive joint training with the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force.

Following her service, Jamaila moved to the Rio Grande Valley with her family and graduated from South Texas College with an Associate Degree in Nursing. She was hired at STHS McAllen as a graduate nurse and worked in various departments before a brief stint as a traveling nurse. Jamaila returned to STHS to work as an emergency care nurse at STHS ER Monte Cristo before being promoted to manager of two STHS freestanding ERs a little over a year ago.

“Jamaila’s military experience doesn’t only demonstrate a steadfast commitment to helping others, but it has also helped her develop a strong sense of teamwork—an essential quality in healthcare where coordinating patient care is key to achieving positive outcomes,” says Christen Wirth, MBA-HCM, BSN-RN, CNML, CEN, EMT-P, Director, STHS ER Alamo & STHS ER Weslaco.

Thank you, Jamaila, for your service and commitment to our country and the RGV community!

Saluting Our Great Nation's True Heroes: This Veterans Day, South Texas Health System proudly salutes the courageous men...
11/11/2025

Saluting Our Great Nation's True Heroes: This Veterans Day, South Texas Health System proudly salutes the courageous men and women who've proudly served in the U.S. Armed Forces with bravery, dedication and selflessness.

Today, we pause to honor their unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms and safeguarding the values we hold dear. Their strength and service inspire us every day to provide care with compassion, integrity and respect.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Our lives would not be the same without you and your bravery shall never be forgotten.

A 'Joint" Venture! Joint pain is common in older adults, with about 70% of those over 50 experiencing it at least occasi...
11/11/2025

A 'Joint" Venture! Joint pain is common in older adults, with about 70% of those over 50 experiencing it at least occasionally, per the Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation, and 60% living with arthritis.

Unfortunately, nearly half of those with joint pain experience disruptions to their daily lives due to the chronic condition.

To help educate older Rio Grande Valley residents on how to stay active, manage daily discomfort and maintain a vibrant life, South Texas Health System and Prominence Health Plan partnered to host a special Senior Living Seminar last week entitled “Living with Joint Pain.”

Nearly 50 seniors attended the seminar, which featured a special presentation on risk factors and strategies for managing joint pain, a lively interactive exercise class and a healthy cooking demo. Additionally, they learned more about the STHS Chest Pain Program and the STHS Wound Healing Center.

Thank you to everyone who helped make our Senior Living Seminar so impactful for attendees, including STHS Edinburg CEO for the day, Seth Ames, the son of Lance Ames, who led attendees in some pre-presentation stretches.

To learn more about our upcoming Senior Living seminar on weight gain, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. http://spklr.io/6184BMKlj

A Special Salute for Service & Sacrifice: South Texas Health System Behavioral paid tribute to local heroes this past we...
11/10/2025

A Special Salute for Service & Sacrifice: South Texas Health System Behavioral paid tribute to local heroes this past weekend during its third annual A Salute to Valley Veterans Concert & Community Fair.

Nearly 100 veterans and their family members, including local members of the Shriners' Legion of Honor, gathered in the STHS Behavioral main parking lot to enjoy live music by RedLine, as well as free hot dogs and apple cobbler cups specially prepared by the facility's dietary department.

But the event wasn't only a celebration of service; it was also an opportunity to shed light on the mental health struggles that many veterans face after serving in the military, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and anxiety. So, attendees had the opportunity to learn about the mental health resources available locally to veterans, including the services at STHS Behavioral.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s pre-Veterans Day celebration a huge success. And our heartfelt gratitude to the brave men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces for your courage, service and sacrifice!

RAD to the Bone! Often referred to as the most important healthcare professionals you've never heard of, radiologic tech...
11/09/2025

RAD to the Bone! Often referred to as the most important healthcare professionals you've never heard of, radiologic technologists operate the equipment that captures images of what's going on inside the body—from bone to organs to veins to brain activity.

It's often their important work that allows physicians to diagnose, track the progression of and perform surgery to treat diseases and traumas.

This National Radiologic Technology Week, South Texas Health System salutes the radiology all-stars across our 12 facilities for the vital work these medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals do in patient care and healthcare safety.

Thank you to these RAD all-stars for serving as the "eyes of medicine" and their commitment to the health and well-being of the patients we serve.

Take Your Career to New Heights: South Texas Health System, the largest integrated network of care in the Rio Grande Val...
11/09/2025

Take Your Career to New Heights: South Texas Health System, the largest integrated network of care in the Rio Grande Valley, is now hiring for multiple positions across its 12 facilities. Whether you directly provide quality, compassionate care to patients or work behind the scenes to help keep a facility running smoothly, here’s your chance to elevate your career with us.

This Thursday, November 13, refresh your resume and come to STHS McAllen for our Get Hired event from 9 am - 12 p.m. Come learn more about our competitive salaries, great benefits and sign-on bonuses for qualified applicants.

For complete details, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. http://spklr.io/6188BzChg

For a complete list of employment opportunities, visit http://spklr.io/6189BzCh9.

Supporting the Next Generation of Healthcare Heroes: With the commitment of educational institutions like the University...
11/08/2025

Supporting the Next Generation of Healthcare Heroes: With the commitment of educational institutions like the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Nursing, local healthcare education has evolved to produce well-rounded, skilled and empathetic healthcare professionals, including all-star nurses, ready to serve their fellow Rio Grande Valley residents.

In support of the educational efforts at UTRGV School of Nursing, South Texas Health System recently donated $5,000 to help create educational opportunities and expand resources to help make college accessible for students interested in nursing careers.

In addition, STHS contributed more than $52,000 in medical equipment, including ventilators, crash carts, patient beds and more to the STHS Skills Lab within UTRGV’s School of Nursing to provide students with realistic training tools to help prepare them for real-world clinical situations. The donation will allow them to develop practical skills using the same type of equipment they'll encounter in the hospital setting, improving their competence and confidence.

STHS is honored to be part of UTRGV’s mission of providing students with valuable, specialized knowledge and skills to further elevate the healthcare industry in the region and across Texas.

Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby: Gestational diabetes is on the rise in the United States, with rates increasing significantly...
11/08/2025

Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby: Gestational diabetes is on the rise in the United States, with rates increasing significantly over the past decade, according to the CDC.

The rate of gestational diabetes increased from approximately 60 per 1,000 live births in 2016 to 81 per 1,000 in 2022, per the CDC.

A type of diabetes that pregnant women may develop if they don’t already have diabetes, gestational diabetes can cause problems for both mother and baby.

Complications for mother may include:

🤰 Preeclampsia
🤰 Increased C-section risk
🤰 Longer recovery time
🤰 Future diabetes risk

Complications for baby may include:

👶 Macrosomia
👶 Hypoglycemia
👶 Respiratory distress
👶 Being born early or stillborn
👶 Obesity & type 2 diabetes later in life

It’s important to speak with your doctor when you’re thinking about trying to get pregnant. They can assess your risk of gestational diabetes and your overall wellness. If you don’t have a primary care physician, visit doctors.southtexashealthsystem.com to find one near you.

For more information on gestational diabetes, check out our latest South Texas Health Minute on ValleyCentral.com. bit.ly/4oFjZTC

Putting the 'Unity' in Community: South Texas Health System recently participated in the City of Donna's National Night ...
11/07/2025

Putting the 'Unity' in Community: South Texas Health System recently participated in the City of Donna's National Night Out, an annual community-building event aimed at promoting police and community partnerships and goodwill to help make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

STHS ER Alamo and STHS ER Weslaco representatives had the opportunity to mix and mingle with community members and hand out school supplies while shining a spotlight on the services, programs and resources available through STHS.

Thank you to STHS Alamo and STHS ER Weslaco staff for their participation this year.

And a special salute to the City of Donna, TX Government, Donna Police Department and DISD Police & Security for rallying Donna residents together to help spur community connectedness!

Honoring the Local Heroes Who've Served: Every year, Veterans Day gives us the chance to come together and show apprecia...
11/07/2025

Honoring the Local Heroes Who've Served: Every year, Veterans Day gives us the chance to come together and show appreciation for those who've served in the U.S. Armed Forces and those currently serving in the military, while honoring those lives lost in the fight for freedom.

But serving in the military can have serious and enduring consequences – both physical and mental.

In its unwavering commitment to supporting Rio Grande Valley veterans and their mental health, South Texas Health System Behavioral will host its third annual “A Salute to Valley Veterans” concert and community fair tomorrow, Saturday, November 8, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the hospital's main parking lot.

The event will feature live music by RedLine, food, games and a community fair to promote the various local resources available to veterans.

For more information, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. http://spklr.io/6187BzCjR

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With six hospitals located throughout Southern Texas, South Texas Health System offers a comprehensive array of medical services, including cardiovascular, maternity and women's health, emergency and surgical care, along with specialty programs in transplant, chest pain, pediatrics, diabetes, wound care, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services. The hospitals of South Texas Health System include South Texas Health System McAllen, South Texas Health System Heart, South Texas Health System Edinburg / Edinburg Regional Rehab Center, South Texas Health System Children’s, Cornerstone Regional Hospital and South Texas Behavioral Health Center. South Texas Health System is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. Cornerstone Regional Hospital is directly or indirectly owned and operated by a partnership that includes a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation, and physician owners, including certain members of the hospital medical staff. Hospital social media accounts are managed by the hospital marketing team. 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. Thank you.

Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of this hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the non-discrimination notice, visit our website.