UT Health East Texas

UT Health East Texas UT Health East Texas is passionate about delivering the highest quality care with unmatched compassion, outstanding service and innovative technology.

This is our community, and we are proud to be your team for wellness. Formed in 2018 through the combination of East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System (ETMC) and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (UT Health Northeast), UT Health East Texas provides care to thousands of patients each year through its extensive regional network of hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, freestanding emergency centers, urgent care facilities and other locations. With the support of Ardent Health Services and The University of Texas System, UT Health East Texas is uniquely positioned to provide patients with access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies while training and educating the next generation of physicians and other health professionals. The UT Health System also includes UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center and three other major medical institutions throughout the state.

03/11/2026

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We’re always grateful when our patients share their positive experiences—like this 5 star review for Dr. Robert French! ...
03/10/2026

We’re always grateful when our patients share their positive experiences—like this 5 star review for Dr. Robert French! As a board certified sports medicine at the UT Health East Texas Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute on Three Lakes Parkway in Tyler, Dr. French offers nonsurgical treatment for a range of musculoskeletal conditions.

To schedule an appointment, call 903 594-2148.

We’re excited to share that Ghulam Abbas, MD, an internationally recognized leader in robotic thoracic surgery, has comp...
03/10/2026

We’re excited to share that Ghulam Abbas, MD, an internationally recognized leader in robotic thoracic surgery, has completed major regional firsts at UT Health Tyler, including the first robotic-assisted esophagectomy and the first robotic-assisted first rib resection for TOS in the greater Dallas–East Texas area.

These innovations not only expand access to advanced, minimally invasive care in East Texas, but also mean faster recovery, less pain and world‑class care close to home. Learn more at the link in the comments.

Due to planned Fresh 15 race-day road closures, our Three Lakes Urgent Care will open at 11 a.m. this Saturday (3/7). We...
03/06/2026

Due to planned Fresh 15 race-day road closures, our Three Lakes Urgent Care will open at 11 a.m. this Saturday (3/7). We appreciate the community spirit and wish all the runners good luck! We look forward to assisting you after the race concludes!

The interventional cardiology team at UT Health Tyler has successfully performed its first procedure using the Abbott Tr...
03/06/2026

The interventional cardiology team at UT Health Tyler has successfully performed its first procedure using the Abbott TriClip transcatheter edge‑to‑edge repair (TEER) system, a new minimally invasive treatment option for patients with tricuspid regurgitation.

“For many patients, traditional surgery has not been a viable option due to the associated risks,” said Dr. Ajay Pachika, interventional cardiologist with Tyler CVC Cardiovascular Consultants, who performed the procedure, along with Dr. Brent Davis. “The TriClip system allows us to reduce regurgitation, improve symptoms, and enhance quality of life.”

With the recent FDA approval of the TriClip device, physicians can now offer a safe, catheter‑based therapy designed for the tricuspid valve’s complex anatomy. This addition expands UT Health Tyler’s structural heart program, which also includes TAVR, MitraClip and Watchman.

Learn more about our heart care services at UT Health Tyler.

We’re proud to share that UT Health Quitman has been honored with Ardent Health’s Quality Award! 🎉This recognition celeb...
03/06/2026

We’re proud to share that UT Health Quitman has been honored with Ardent Health’s Quality Award! 🎉

This recognition celebrates exceptional performance across key clinical quality and patient safety measures—including infection rates, safety events and ratings from independent quality organizations.

The award reflects Quitman’s unwavering commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care to the communities it serves.

UT Health Quitman was selected from among entities within Ardent Health, which includes 30 hospitals and 280 sites of care across six states.

Join us in congratulating the Quitman team on this well-deserved achievement!

Paramedic Briana Von Bargen and EMT MaRyan Owens are more than first responders — they treat every patient like family.O...
03/06/2026

Paramedic Briana Von Bargen and EMT MaRyan Owens are more than first responders — they treat every patient like family.

On a recent welfare check, they found an elderly woman who seemed confused and alone. Instead of leaving, they stayed to make sure she was safe. They called her daughter, set up her Life Alert device, checked her vitals, made her favorite oatmeal with bananas, kept her hydrated and comfortable and even tidied the kitchen until family arrived.

Her daughter later called to praise the care they provided — the kind of compassion that defines UT Health EMS.

Even through storms, floods and tough days, Briana and MaRyan say they wouldn’t trade this work for anything.

“Now I have the tools to do more for others — and that’s what matters.”

This March, we’re celebrating our outstanding UT Health East Texas athletic trainers, who show up every day with experti...
03/06/2026

This March, we’re celebrating our outstanding UT Health East Texas athletic trainers, who show up every day with expertise, dedication and heart. Their work keeps athletes safe, supported and performing at their best — and we are proud to recognize each of them.

👏 Henderson ISD
• Maria Escamilla
• Jordan Hall

👏 Whitehouse ISD
• Jason Dodd

👏 UT Tyler
• Santos Perez
• Brittney Hughes
• Laurel Trail
• Marshall Jelden

👏 Clinic-Based Athletic Trainers
• Barry Frizzell – Sports Medicine Manager
• Taylor Overton – supporting Dr. Ivette Guttmann
• Jessica Jacobs – supporting Dr. Jayesh Patel

To all our athletic trainers: thank you for your leadership in injury prevention, emergency response, rehabilitation, education and whole athlete care. Your impact is felt on every sideline, in every training room and throughout our community.

We’re excited to celebrate an incredible achievement! 🎉Krissy Chastain, Chief Nursing Officer for UT Health Henderson an...
03/06/2026

We’re excited to celebrate an incredible achievement! 🎉

Krissy Chastain, Chief Nursing Officer for UT Health Henderson and UT Health Carthage, has been named CNO of the Year by Ardent Health. This award recognizes a nursing leader who demonstrates outstanding clinical leadership and serves as a trusted mentor and role model for nurses and clinical teams.

Thanks to Krissy’s leadership, both facilities have seen improvements in clinical outcomes, nursing engagement and patient experience—making a meaningful difference for patients and staff across East Texas.

Ardent Health includes 30 hospitals and 280 sites of care across six states.
📸 Pictured (l–r): Last year’s winner Kelly Clark, Krissy Chastain, Ardent CEO Lisa Dolan.

Help us congratulate Krissy on this well-deserved honor!

We’re excited to celebrate a big accomplishment! 🎉Todd Hill, CEO of UT Health East Texas Physicians, has been named Arde...
03/05/2026

We’re excited to celebrate a big accomplishment! 🎉

Todd Hill, CEO of UT Health East Texas Physicians, has been named Ardent Health’s CEO of the Year.

This award is given each year to a leader who makes a meaningful difference for their team, their patients and the community. Todd’s dedication to improving outpatient services and expanding access to great care throughout East Texas is truly making an impact.

Ardent Health includes 30 hospitals and 280 care sites across six states.
📸 Pictured (l–r): Ardent COO Dave Caspers, Todd Hill, last year’s winner Jonathan Schell and Ardent CEO Marty Bonick.

Join us in giving Todd a big congratulations!

Get ready to flex your muscles and take on our 2-Week Muscle Madness Challenge! Work all major muscle groups each week a...
03/05/2026

Get ready to flex your muscles and take on our 2-Week Muscle Madness Challenge! Work all major muscle groups each week and earn entries for completing the challenge!

For more information, contact your local UT Health East Texas Olympic Center. A complete list can be found at the link in the comments.

UT Health East Texas EMS has added brand-new LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor/defibrillators and LUCAS Chest Compression Syste...
03/04/2026

UT Health East Texas EMS has added brand-new LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor/defibrillators and LUCAS Chest Compression Systems to our frontline ambulances — a major step forward in bringing the most advanced lifesaving technology directly to the communities we serve.
These upgrades give our paramedics faster access to critical patient data, more precise treatment options, and consistent, high‑quality CPR during cardiac arrest — even while transporting patients.

This more than $2 million investment reflects our mission to deliver the highest level of emergency care when it matters most. Learn more at the link in the comments.

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About UT Health East Texas

Formed in 2018 through the combination of East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System (ETMC) and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (UT Health Northeast), UT Health East Texas provides care to thousands of patients each year through its extensive regional network of hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, freestanding emergency centers, urgent care facilities and other locations.

With the support of Ardent Health Services and The University of Texas System, UT Health East Texas is uniquely positioned to provide patients with access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies while training and educating the next generation of physicians and other health professionals. The UT Health System also includes UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center and three other major medical institutions throughout the state.