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Keeping an eye on healthy vision

HOUSTON (May 16, 2023)

Pediatrician Dr. Alexis Monique Canlas offers tips to take care of your children's vision.

Doctors save 12-year-old's severly injured leg instead of ampuating after UTV crash

HOUSTON (February 22, 2023)

Dr. Sanjay MDoctors save 12-year-old's severly injured leg instead of ampuating after UTV crash.

Wait, Does Caffeine Really Stunt Growth? Here's What Pediatricians Want You To Know

HOUSTON (January 6, 2023)

Dr. Mehul Patel, MD, a pediatrician at Children’s Memorial Hermann Pediatrics in Houston, Texas, says that while caffeine consumption is safe in low amounts for kids, he warns against giving it to infants and toddlers. Here’s what to keep in mind before giving your kids soda or coffee drinks. ...

This Is the Absolute Worst Food for Gut Health, According To Registered Dietitians

HOUSTON (December 29, 2022)

If you're trying to improve your gut health, the first step is to take inventory of your diet. What you eat can affect the amount of good and bad bacteria in the gut microbiome—and when there’s an imbalance, it can lead to a wide range of health issues.

South Dakota family drives all the way to Houston for son's brain tumor surgery

HOUSTON (August 17, 2022)

Doctors in South Dakota suspected Daksten had a benign brain tumor that was causing him to experience those seizures and suggested they take a "wait and watch" approach for years. That's when the Zellers got a second opinion from a special...

American Academy of Pediatrics Says 10 Hours or More of Consistent Sleep Helps Kindergarteners

HOUSTON (July 11, 2022)

Dr. Reeba Mathew, Associate Professor of Medicine with McGovern Medical School and Co-Medical Director of the Sleep Disorder Center at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, discussed why children need more sleep.

The 9 Best Air Purifiers to Keep Allergies at Bay All Year Round

HOUSTON (July 11, 2022)

Dr. Denna Zebda, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and affiliated with Memorial Hermann, spoke with Self Magazine about safe air purifiers.

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital adds hospitalist team to its pediatric services

HOUSTON (June 30, 2022)

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital’s expanded its pediatric services, including a pediatric hospitalist team to care for pediatric patients admitted to its pediatric unit.

Houston pediatrician shares tips to keep your kids active and injury-free this summer

HOUSTON (May 27, 2022)

The end of the school year and the start of summer - means your kids will be heading outdoors. Dr. Angie Curtis, a pediatrician and certified physical therapist -- affiliated with UTHealth Houston and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital offers some advice to parents...

Gun-owning Houston pediatrician part of fight to curb gun violence against kids

HOUSTON (May 12, 2022)

Dr. Robert Lapus, Associate Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston and Director of Pediatric Emergency Services at Children's Memorial Hermann, and Dr. Sandra McKay, associate professor of pediatrics with McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Hous...

What are safe substitutes for baby formula? Amid worsening shortage, avoid homemade recipes

HOUSTON (May 11, 2022)

Dr. Victoria Regan, Vice President of the Women’s and Children’s Service Line with Memorial Hermann Health System and Pediatrician with Children’s Memorial Hermann Pediatrics, talks about the ongoing baby formula shortage. 

New mom shares story of how Houston doctor saved her baby's life

HOUSTON (May 9, 2022)

Anne Briggs-Cheng didn't think she could get pregnant, but when she finally did, the baby got sick. Several doctors told her the baby wouldn't survive. But, not this Houston doctor.

Probiotic in infancy does not protect against eczema, asthma or rhinitis at age 7

HOUSTON (April 25, 2022) Dr. Duyen Nguyen, a specialist in pediatric and adult allergy and immunology affiliated with Memorial Hermann, talks about a study that examined whether a probiotic taken by infants could prevent development of eczema, asthma or rhinitis.  

Black Maternal Health Week: Houston mother shares experience of losing a child after late diagnosis

HOUSTON (April 13, 2022)

A story of a woman who successfully delivered twins at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital after being diagnosed with an incompetent cervix. UTHealth’s Dr. Angela Burgess, Medical Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, was featured in the story.<...

UTHealth surgeon is among few in nation to treat rare condition threatening pregnancies

HOUSTON (April 13, 2022)

Dr. Ramesha Papanna, UTHealth maternal fetal medicine specialist and research director with The Fetal Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, was featured in a story about his work pioneering a new surgical technique to treat vasa previa in expectant mothers.

A brain injury sent a Houston-area baby to the brink of death. Months later, he's a ‘little miracle’

HOUSTON (April 12, 2022)

The miracle recovery of Walker Hicks, a baby who suffered a traumatic brain injury who has made huge strides in his recovery thanks to Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and TIRR Memorial Hermann Hospital. Dr. Stephen Fletcher, Dr. Phuong Nguyen, Dr. Stacey Hall, Dr. Peter Scully and Dr. ...

Heart attack survivor meets Cypress security guard who helped save his life

HOUSTON (March 10, 2022)

Officer II Puneet Dhillon, a security officer at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital, was on was patrolling the hospital when he saw a Blue Fish Pediatrics employee having a heart attack in the hospital parking lot. 

Texas teen survives cardiac arrest with quick-thinking rodeo attendees

HOUSTON (February 22, 2022)

The Houston Chronicle featured Dugan Chandler, a patient of Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital who went into sudden cardiac arrest after participating in a rodeo event. Christine Meliones, Pediatric & Family Nurse Practitioner with UTHealth Houston commented on Dugan’s story. ...

Complex Neonatal Heart Program

HOUSTON (February 21, 2022)

Dr. Damien LaPar, pediatric and congenital heart surgeon at UTHealth Houston and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, shares with KPRC2 / Click2Houston how he can help newborns with complex heart conditions live their best possible life

Congenital Heart Defects Q&A

HOUSTON (February 17, 2022)

In this Houston Chronicle article, you will find answers to the most common questions about congenital heart defects, including diagnosis and treatment and how parents can best support a child living with a congenital heart defect.

Fighting Children’s Heart Disease

HOUSTON (February 16, 2022)

Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Avichal Aggarwal and pediatric and congenital heart surgeon Dr. Jorge Salazar at UTHealth Houston and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital discuss fighting heart disease in children and the latest advancements in treatment on ABC13.

This Houston teen has always used crutches. When he starts at A&M, he wants to walk on his own

HOUSTON (February 2, 2022)

Himanshu Prasad, a Houston-area 17-year-old whose cerebral palsy and spastic paraplegia have caused him to use crutches for most of his life. After life-changing surgery with Dr. Manish Shah, UTHealth pediatric neurosurgeon affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, he's getting ...

9-year-old boy relates to the Grinch after dealing with congenital heart defect

HOUSTON (December 20, 2021)

Kingston Murriel is a 9-year old boy who was born with a heart defect where his heart did not grow properly, causing the right ventricle to do all the work. Most of these children end up needing a heart transplant. Dr. Jorge Salazar, professor of cardiovascular surgery with McGovern Medical Schoo...

Meet Pilot, the second dog chosen to help care for kids at Children’s Memorial Hermann

HOUSTON (November 25, 2021)

Pilot, the new Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital facility dog, was featured in the Houston Chronicle.

Houston Astros players back local boy with complicated brain tumor

HOUSTON (October 13, 2021)

Dr. Nitin Tandon, with Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about how the Houston Astros supported one of his patients who had a brain tumor.

How one Houston doctor provides hope for families across the nation

HOUSTON (August 24, 2021)

Dr. David Sandberg, UTHealth pediatric neurosurgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann Mischer Neuroscience Institute, was profiled by the Houston Chronicle for the amazing work he is doing helping children nationally.

CDC: Cases of heart inflammation in young adults from vaccine are very mild

HOUSTON (June 23, 2021)

Dr. Avichal Aggarwal, pediatric cardiologist with UT Physicians and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about the link between COVID-19 and myocarditis in teens.

Houston school plans vaccination event for students 12 and up

HOUSTON (May 11, 2021)

Dr. Victoria Regan, VP, Women's and Children's Services, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, talks about vaccinating kids 12 years of age and older.

'It's fun to cheat death': This UT freshman had a blood clot the size of an apple in his skull

HOUSTON (March 24, 2021)

Dr. Manish Shah saves the life of a University of Texas at Austin student after discovering a blood clot the size of an apple in his skull.

Mother's instinct saves newborn baby with 'scrambled heart syndrome'

HOUSTON (March 23, 2021)

Dr. Jorge Salazar saves the life of an infant with a scrambled heart.

For twin born with half of a heart, Houston doctors perform life-saving string of surgeries

HOUSTON (March 22, 2021)

Dr. Donna Goff and Dr. Jorge Salazar talked to the Houston Chronicle about treating a twin born with half of a heart with a string of surgeries.

This team puts their whole hearts into caring for those of their patients

HOUSTON (February 25, 2021)

Dr. Jorge Salazar talks about children and heart disease.

Tomball teen makes speedy recovery after brain hemorrhage

TOMBALL, Texas (January 26, 2021)

Doctors say the 18-year-old had a tangle of blood vessels in his head the size of a plum. It caused bleeding in his brain that was the size of an apple.

Heart screens recommended for children after they get COVID-19

HOUSTON (December 9, 2020)

If your child has had COVID-19, doctors at Memorial Hermann said you should get their heart checked before letting them get back into physical activity.

A 9-year-old girl. A 28-hour drive to Houston. And a mid-pandemic emergency brain surgery

HOUSTON (September 22, 2020)

A young woman from Idaho travels to Memorial Hermann to undergo life-saving brain surgery.

Houston Teen Overcomes 16 Surgeries to Win Prized Baseball Scholarship

HOUSTON (July 7, 2020)

After enduring 16 surgeries, this Dobie High School star athlete, Gabriel Rojas, has emerged strong to recently clinch a prized baseball scholarship at Letourneau University in Longview for Fall 2020. It was a freak accident that could have sent any young boy's life into tailspin, but instead it...

Determining the right treatment for Scoliosis

HOUSTON (June 1, 2020)

Scoliosis is an abnormal curve of the spine often diagnosed at early childhood. Dr. Shiraz Younas and Dr. Lindsay Crawford with Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital shared best treatment plans for the condition.

Mother, baby undergo simultaneous surgery during pregnancy

HOUSTON (March 28, 2019)

Pediatric neurosurgeon Stephen Fletcher, DO discusses addressing spina bifida through maternal-fetal surgery and how it has impacted 8-month old Elysia.

Kenneth Moise, MD, honored with lifetime award from national Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

HOUSTON (March 1, 2019)

It is no surprise that Moise was the recipient of this year’s Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s Lifetime Achievement Award, which is given to physicians who have made a lasting and significant impact in the field.

Sleep Apnea in Children: How to Keep Your Kids Safe and Sound

HOUSTON (January 1, 2019)

If you're like us, when you think of the typical sufferer of sleep apnea, you might imagine an older gentleman, perhaps with a beer belly. But the condition strikes all ages, and, in fact, Dr. Cindy Jon, a pediatric pulmonologist affiliated with Children’s Memorial Hermann, has seen an incr...

CDC warns of cold-like virus that makes it hard to breathe

HOUSTON (December 26, 2018)

Christa Filak, MD, a pediatrician with Memorial Hermann Medical Group, said everyone can catch the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), but especially babies and the elderly are susceptible.

One girl’s special delivery to a children’s hospital for Christmas

HOUSTON (December 19, 2018)

Her mother knew Tonia wouldn't be happy until they'd been able to help the other kids. No matter how impossible it seemed.

How An 11-Year-Old Triathlete Gives Wins To Others

HOUSTON (December 17, 2018)

A promising young athlete from Iowa wise beyond her years recognizes the inner champion of patients at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Remembering President George H.W. Bush's impact on the Texas Medical Center

HOUSTON (December 3, 2018)

Houston disability rights activist Lex Frieden, one of the ADA’s authors, told TMC News this year that working with Bush was a defining moment in his advocacy efforts.

Survey: More than half of parents save and share leftover antibiotics

HOUSTON (November 19, 2018)

Nearly half of parents say they've saved leftover antibiotics that were prescribed to their children, according to a new study - and of those, nearly three-quarters then gave those medications to someone else without consulting a doctor.

Is your child bundled up enough for winter weather?

HOUSTON (November 14, 2018)

Children take longer to get acclimated to a sudden temperature drop, and that's why doctors say as the weather changes, so should your child's wardrobe.

Boy from Honduras receives lifesaving heart surgery in Houston

HOUSTON (October 18, 2018)

Within a month, 2-year-old Jose Gabriel traveled to Tomball and received surgery that changed his life before heading back home. Gabriel and his mother, Kerly Gabriela, were flown into Houston by HeartGift, a nonprofit organization providing lifesaving heart surgery for children around the world ...

Local teen back home after life-saving heart surgery

HOUSTON (October 10, 2018)

Abigail Franklin was born with a rare congenital heart defect called Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries and is now at home recovering after that surgery. Abigail had her "Double Switch" surgery two weeks ago at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston. “Abigai...

Keeping his heart in the game

HOUSTON (October 3, 2018)

At birth, Ethan weighed 9 pounds 14.6 ounces—larger than the average newborn. After a difficult delivery at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Julie Page and her husband, Brent, were told that their baby boy was born with a heart defect.

Breathe Easier: Monitoring Children's Asthma

HOUSTON (September 11, 2018)

If you don't know a child with asthma, chances are, you don’t know many kids. According to a recent report from the Houston/Harris County State of Health Committee, 96,000 Harris County children have been diagnosed with asthma. Nationwide, the disease is responsible for a third of hospital ...

Pink's husband parent-shamed over taking son with hand, foot and mouth disease out in public

HOUSTON (August 29, 2018)

According to Dr. Michael Chang with Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital and UT Health, this is the time of year when cases of the illness spike, especially when kids go back to schools and day cares.

Doctors seeing spike in contagious hand, foot and mouth disease as school returns in Houston

HOUSTON (August 24, 2018)

“Enteroviruses are more common in children," said Dr. Michael Chang, with Children's Memorial Hermann and UT Health. Dr. Chang said this time of year there is always a spike when kids go back to school and daycares.

Spring Fire Delivers Joy to hospitalized kids

HOUSTON (August 23, 2018)

The Spring Fire Department raised over $2000 with their Lip Sync Challenge Video that the firefighters decided to use to buy toys for hospitalized kids at Children’s Memorial Hermann.

Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital turns cleft patients into photo models

HOUSTON (August 17, 2018)

Nearly one out of every 700 kids has the birth defect, but many are teased by others who don't understand it.

This is the trick to prevent leaving your child in a hot car

HOUSTON (August 14, 2018)

This summer, we have reported on hot car deaths involving kids and in the last 30 years, Texas leads the total number of deaths in hot cars by dozens more than the next highest state, according to kidsandcars.org. Robert Lapus, MD, a pediatric emergency physician with Children’s Memorial He...

Three Myths About Kids and Pet Allergies, Explained

HOUSTON (August 3, 2018)

The issue of when and if pets should be introduced to kids has been up for debate among allergists for years, but recent studies lead many to believe that the family unit can and even should include pets. Dr. Dat Tran, an allergist and immunologist at Innovative Allergy Clinic and in affiliation ...

Produce Rx: A Hospital and a Family’s Fight Against Food Insecurity

HOUSTON (August 3, 2018)

At 12 years old, Joseph weighs 230 pounds, and at 5 feet, two inches is classified by the CDC as obese. Esparza decided it was time to get help and took her family to the Lamar Health Center—one of Memorial Hermann’s 10 school-based clinics.

Saving Beau: 3-month-old with hole in his heart now healthy

HOUSTON (July 31, 2018)

A 3-month-old baby who underwent surgery at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital for a congenital heart defect is now back home with his family.

Sean Gamino, 13, continues fighting through brain tumor

HOUSTON (July 27, 2018)

When taken to a Memorial Hermann, the doctors immediately ordered a CAT scan that revealed a mass in Sean's brain and transferred him to Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Houston family welcomes home quadruplets on Fourth of July

HOUSTON (July 4, 2018)

One family in southwest Houston had four reasons to celebrate this Fourth of July. Linda and Thomas Agi welcomed home their newborn quadruplets Wednesday, four weeks after they were born.

Make kids healthier and watch them soar

HOUSTON (June 13, 2018)

Carol Paret, chief community health officer with Memorial Hermann Health System, penned an op-ed about how school-based clinics can help move the needle on education reform.

Children's Memorial Hermann Announces New Partnership with Blue Fish Pediatrics

HOUSTON (June 13, 2018)

Children's Memorial Hermann and Blue Fish Pediatrics are excited to announce a new partnership  in the Greater Houston area.

Mass shootings prompt survival training event in Houston

HOUSTON (June 10, 2018)

National health initiative Stop the Bleed wants to educate civilians to help save lives in emergency situations before medics arrive.

How to identify grief, PTSD in children

HOUSTON (May 22, 2018)

Grief is different for everyone. Some may move forward without any problems, others might need therapy to get back on track and some may appear to be fine but have a delayed reaction.

HBJ names 2018 Health Care Heroes as rising stars

HOUSTON (May 18, 2018)

Great doctors have to start somewhere, and the Houston Business Journal has identified Houston's health care scene's rising stars as part of our 2018 Health Care Heroes awards. Dr. Matthew Greives was honored.

Meet the Montgomery County medical power couple who has delivered thousands of babies

HOUSTON (May 15, 2018)

Dr. Eckhardt has delivered more than 5,000 babies since he started practicing medicine in the early 1990s and his wife has also assisted in bringing countless numbers of new lives into the world.

The Skin Infection All Parents Should Know About

HOUSTON (January 26, 2018)

Keno may never remember the week he spent in the hospital as an infant but his mother, Mimi, won’t forget. At just four months old, Keno spent five days at Children’s Memorial Hermann at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital where doctors treated him for staphylococcal scalded skin syn...

The Gift of a Healthy Heart

HOUSTON (December 5, 2017)

Participating physicians and medical practices contribute 100 percent of their fees and services to HeartGift. In Houston, HeartGift works with doctors affiliated with Memorial Hermann Health System and The University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHealth). This year, Ilhan was HeartGift-Houst...

Grant-A-Starr Foundation presents Cure for Tomorrow Gala

HOUSTON (November 16, 2017)

One of the Grant-A-Starr Foundation's key fundraising events, the annual Cure for Tomorrow Gala is a special evening and dinner benefiting the advancement of diagnostic testing to save children’s lives.

Cy-Fair ISD, Memorial Hermann Cypress launch partnership to promote physical activity in elementary classrooms

CYPRESS, TEXAS (November 15, 2017)

Memorial Hermann Cypress launched a partnership with Cy-Fair ISD this fall sponsoring GoNoodle Plus, a collection of more than 300 three- to five-minute interactive videos that promote physical activity while reinforcing concepts being taught in classrooms.

How prescription vegetables are changing kids' lives

HOUSTON (November 14, 2017)

A program offered through Memorial Hermann is helping low-income families get access to fresh produce that they cannot afford.

Correa brightens kids' day at Houston hospital

HOUSTON (November 14, 2017)

Astros shortstop Carlos Correa  made a huge impact on a few dozen young patients at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital when he took some time to visit with them and take pictures and sign autographs.

Houston couple names baby girl after Astros MVP George Springer

HOUSTON (November 2, 2017)

When lifelong Houston Astros fan Dustin Harbert found out his wife was pregnant, he told her he wanted to name the baby after the MVP. When he found out the baby was going to be a girl, he stuck to the plan and named her Zoe Georgia.

Astros fan heading back to baseball after stroke

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (October 31, 2017)

“He’s already back to fishing. But his big hope is to go back to baseball, which we’re very very excited about," Dr. Shah said. Kingwood boy on a mission to get back to baseball after stroke.

The flu shot: The myths, the facts and why doctors recommend it

HOUSTON (October 3, 2017)

It's not unreasonable to have such questions when a stranger in a lab coat asks you to sign a waiver and then comes at you with a needle. And many of us have had experiences that warrant skepticism about the flu vaccine.

Texas mom drives into Hurricane Harvey to get son to hospital for brain surgery

HOUSTON (September 8, 2017)

While Houstonians were evacuating before the arrival of Hurricane Harvey, San Antonio mom Lilliana Castro was doing quite the opposite. She hopped in the car with her four children and headed straight into the storm’s path.

New Zika Testing Recommendations for Pregnant Women: What You Need to Know

HOUSTON (July 26, 2017)

The Zika virus and the birth defects it could inflict have struck fear in pregnant women since the disease spread to the Americas two years ago.

Girl from Mongolia comes to Houston for heart procedure

HOUSTON (July 6, 2017)

Sarangoo Menjargal, 11, traveled all the way to Texas from Mongolia just to get proper treatment for the atrial septal defect she has.

Katy teen develops massive blood clot after long flight

HOUSTON (May 22, 2017)

A Katy teen survived a massive blood clot that developed after long flight from Asia. Annie Beirne share her story along with Dr. Stuart Harlin, a surgeon affiliated with Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital.

New recommendations for baby sleeping safety

HOUSTON (April 17, 2017)

She keeps the crib empty. No toys, no blankets, no bumpers, and that’s exactly how baby Jackson should sleep, says Dr. Rita Muthappa, the NICU Medical Director.

The many reasons behind the increase in twins

HOUSTON (February 16, 2017)

The CDC says the twin birth rate has been increasing for the last three decades. In the 1980s, one in 53 pregnancies resulted in twins. Now, the statistic is one in 30.

What new moms need to know about hair loss

HOUSTON (February 14, 2017)

As a parent, there are a lot of moments that make you panic, from the first fever, to the first fall. Babies make new parents worry. However, new moms in particular, experience hair loss for a completely different reason than worry. Dr. Pamela Berens, of Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, expl...

Combating Twin Twin Transfusion Syndrome

HOUSTON (December 12, 2016)

Dr. Anthony Johnson, Co-Director of The Fetal Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, shares a procedure and treatment that helps save a set of twins.

Doctors say flu mist doesn't work, more will have to endure "a little pinch" this year

HOUSTON (September 21, 2016)

Doctors across the nation are getting ready but the CDC advisory committee has recently made a big recommendation that will affect many of you who dread "the needle".

Health officials offer tips for childhood obesity awareness month

HOUSTON (September 19, 2016)

Childhood obesity awareness month takes place in September, shedding light on the fact that one-third of American children and teens are overweight or obese.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group The Woodlands Welcomes New Physician

HOUSTON (August 30, 2016)

 Dr. Martinez sees patients ages newborn and up, providing focused care for a number of illness including diabetes and hypertension.

Community welcomes new Memorial Hermann Medical Group Pediatrics primary care center in Atascocita

HOUSTON (August 10, 2016)

Situated along West Lake Houston Parkway near the intersection of Will Clayton Parkway, the Memorial Hermann Medical Group Pediatrics primary care center will serve as a medical option for families needing pediatric medical care in the neighboring communities.

Memorial Hermann Medical Group opens pediatrics practice in Katy

HOUSTON (May 11, 2016)

Pediatrician’s Krystal Batchelor, D.O., Linda Dang, M.D., Lisa Ecroyd, M.D., Lauren Shepard, D.O., and Brooke Swearingen, M.D., are anchoring the Memorial Hermann Medical Group’s newest primary care location in Katy.

Despite medical progress, a baffling birth defect is on the rise

HOUSTON (April 25, 2016)

Federal and state health officials are warning about a steady and unexplained rise in the number of babies born with gastroschisis, a birth defect in which a length of intestines protrudes through an opening in the abdominal wall.

Champions of Change: Winning the Future Across America

HOUSTON (September 14, 2015)

Dr. Pacheco  was among a group of individuals recently honored by The White House as “Champions of Change” for her work to protect public health from carbon pollution.

Infant's rare aneurysm gives surgeons unusual challenge

HOUSTON (August 20, 2015)

A test revealed a large aneurysm, one that, Dannenbaum says, would have been difficult to operate on conventionally.

High local premature birth rates linked to obesity, care access

HOUSTON (May 11, 2015)

Dr. Blackwell discusses risk factors for preterm birth. Houston has one of highest rates of premature births in the nation, a problem experts say could reflect a lack of access to care and high levels of obesity.

Pediatrician Gina Viktorin Potts, MD, has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group Rosenberg

HOUSTON (November 1, 2014)

Dr. Potts graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and provides highly personalized care for newborns to age 18.

Brain surgery gives toddler with epilepsy new chance at life

HOUSTON (September 24, 2013)

Read about how Dr. Gretchen Von Allmen gave a toddler with epilepsy a new chance at life.

Memorial Hermann Clinic SL welcomes pediatric gastroenterologist

HOUSTON (November 25, 2011)

Pediatric gastroenterologist Kalpesh H. Thakkar, M.D., has joined Memorial Hermann Medical Group Multi-Specialty Clinic Sugar Land.

Drug therapy shows significant benefit in treating a leading cause of childhood blindness

HOUSTON (February 17, 2011)

A readily available, inexpensive drug therapy showed a significant benefit in treating premature infants with the worst and historically most difficult-to-treat cases of retinopathy of prematurity.