Healthy children grow every day. Their minds and bodies are constantly changing and adapting. However, children diagnosed with thoracic and spinal diseases are, often times, inhibited from development and growth. Fortunately, specialists at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio's Spinal and Thoracic Treatment and Research (STTAR) Center offer testing, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety... Continue Reading →
You can start off 2018 the right way, by helping us provide life-saving care to the patients we are honored to serve. Every day, families in our city, and across South Central Texas, experience unexpected injuries or illnesses that require treatment. Your donation ensures that each patient receives the highest-quality of care, regardless of their... Continue Reading →
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 Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation has been faithfully serving CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System since 1997. This year, they celebrated their 20th Anniversary at the 7th Annual National Speakers Luncheon. Dr. Ian Thompson, Jr., was honored with the Beacon Award, recognizing him for excellence in his field and dedication to the community. Keynote... Continue Reading →
As first-time parents, Holly and Keith were thrilled to welcome their beautiful baby girl, Maddie, in August 2016. Maddie’s first few months of life seemed to be completely normal. She was growing, eating, sleeping, and learning. In December 2016, Maddie was taken for a routine check-up. Her pediatrician noted that she was underweight, weighing only... Continue Reading →
Kohl’s Department Stores recently presented The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation with a grant to benefit its Pediatric Dental Clinic and to help improve the quality of life for children by giving them an opportunity to receive high-quality, specialized dental care. Funds provided by Kohl’s will allow the Pediatric Dental Clinic to increase the... Continue Reading →
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 →
When they were 20 weeks pregnant, expectant parents Stephanie and Todd were told that their unborn son, Kaden, had a 5% chance of survival due to a severe birth defect that occurs when the diaphragm fails to fully develop. The terrifying news would change their lives forever. Kaden's parents were referred to The Children's Hospital... Continue Reading →
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Finding out that your child has cancer can be terrifying, stressful, and life-altering. That is why our cancer team at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio works with patient families to plan a personalized course of treatment, and offers advanced, comprehensive cancer care that is close to home and focused... Continue Reading →
Not one boy or girl will ever be denied care at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio. Our patients often come to us from other cities and states to receive the best quality of care possible. Most recently, we treated Hurricane Harvey evacuees from our sister Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX. As more patient families... Continue Reading →
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