In July of 2017, while most children were out enjoying the South Texas sunshine, three-year-old Rose and her mother, Jewel, had just received life-changing news. An unusual diagnosis put a sudden halt in the inseparable pair’s summer plans. Two weeks prior, Jewel noticed Rose was experiencing pain and issues with her bowel movements. Typically a... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Jagger – This Year’s Local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Champion!
Every year, 170 local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals identify a “Champion” in each of their local communities to serve as the face for children treated at their local children's hospital. These ambassadors spend their year advocating for the charitable need of children's hospitals across North America. Meet our local 2019 CMNH Champion, Jagger! As our... Continue Reading →
Young Cancer Survivor Gives Back
Most 11-year-olds spend their birthdays celebrating with friends and family. This year, Reid did the same, but what sets him apart is that he also collected money, games, and toys for patients at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio. Growing up, Reid was known as "The Little Fighter." Before he was born, his mother Tina's... Continue Reading →
Dancing Again
When five-year-old Jagger had a hardened abdomen and a worsening tummy ache, his mother, Jessica, immediately rushed him to urgent care. "We were lucky the urgent care clinic advised us to seek care at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Emergency Center - Westover Hills," Jessica said. The radiology team at the Emergency Center confirmed... Continue Reading →
The Hospital That Feels Like Home
In 2014, Albert Martinez’s world was shaken by an unexpected bladder cancer diagnosis. His physician referred him to urologic oncology surgeon Dr. Robert Svatek, one of the top five highest-volume bladder cancer surgeons in the United States. Dr. Svatek administered several tests and found that Albert’s cancer was still in an early stage and had... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Our Patients on World Cancer Day
Today is World Cancer Day, a day observed to raise awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. We are humbled by the stories we hear from our patients and are amazed time and time again by their strength and courage. Today, we honor patients like Zack (read his story here) and remember... Continue Reading →