Making a planned gift to The Children's Hospital of San Antonio Foundation will ensure your life's work continues to make a difference in the lives of children, long after you are gone. You will always be remembered for your kindness and generosity, while leaving behind a lasting legacy of hope and healing. If you have... Continue Reading →
Extra Life is a Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) fundraising program that provides game-loving locals a fun way to support The Children's Hospital of San Antonio, your local CMNH member. Local gamers of all levels and from all categories — console, mobile, PC, table top, etc. — are invited to game for a cause on... 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 →
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to U.S. Breast Cancer Statistics, about 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Over the years, the breast cancer survival rate has continued to increase as a result of treatment advances, early detection through screening, and increased awareness. Early Detection... 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 →
Support from donors, like you, provides resources that directly benefit senior-centered care throughout CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System (CSRHS). Our geriatric-friendly emergency department at CSRH - Medical Center (MC) serves more than 12,000 seniors each year. CSRH - MC also specializes in care for seniors throughout all units and specialties through the... Continue Reading →
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