Methodist Healthcare System

Changing the face of men's health! Methodist Hospital | Metropolitan team members are proud to participate in No-Shave November to raise awareness of men's health issues, including prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Did you know: - 1 in 8 men will develop prostate cancer during their lives, and about 2-3 percent of men will die of prostate cancer. - The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be about 9,760 new cases and approximately 500 deaths from testicular cancer this year. - In the U.S., approximately 4 out of 5 suicides are men. Men are three to four times more likely to die from suicide than women. - Only 41.6% of men are seeking mental health treatment compared to 56.9% of women. Preventative care and early screenings are key! We encourage you to help change the face of men's health by putting your health first and educating the men in your life. #noshavenovember #menshealth #movember #sahealth #methodisthealthcaresa

Methodist Healthcare is proud to announce the opening of our neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) graduate clinic at Methodist Children’s Hospital. As a designated Level IV NICU, this provides continuing care after discharge of our tiniest patients. We are so excited to have this follow-up outpatient clinic for infants and our South Texas community. To learn more about our NICU services, visit: https://lnkd.in/g3umSSBJ #NICU #CareLikeFamily #SAHealth #MethodistHealthcareSA

“I’m really grateful for the gift I’ve been given to be able to just have a greater appreciation for the time we have here... I’m at a point where I’ve beaten it and I’m right back at doing what I need to do to support the team to continue to do their jobs and take care of this community, the same way that I needed it.” When Marc Strode, a senior leader with Methodist Healthcare, was diagnosed with stage IV prostate cancer at the age of 49, his baseline prostate-specific antigen (PSA) was 909, in the 99th percentile. A normal PSA level for men under 60 is 2.5 or lower. Today, he is in remission with his latest PSA registering at 0.07.? ? Watch to learn how Marc’s Methodist Healthcare family and his personal family supported and motivated him through his journey, and how the experience has impacted his life today. Sahealth.com/screenings #methodisthealthcaresa #sahealth #carelikefamily #menshealth #prostatecancer #cancersurvivor

Now open! We are excited to introduce to you our newest full-service, acute care facility, Methodist Hospital | Westover Hills! Conveniently located near Highway 151 and the Loop 1604 corridor, this facility marks a significant investment and expansion of Methodist Healthcare's health services in West San Antonio. Methodist Hospital | Westover Hills will keep patients close to home while ensuring they’re cared for by friends and neighbors fully committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality healing experiences. The 54-bed facility offers 10 labor and delivery rooms, four private NICU beds, two c-section suites, four surgical suites, two cardiac labs, two endoscopy suites, and an eight-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU). “The Westover Hills community continues to welcome new neighbors year after year. We are a healthcare provider committed to growing right along with them. It’s not just our responsibility, but it’s in our mission to provide access to high-quality healthcare where families work and live. The hospital campus will be a place of health and healing for generations to come,” commented Megan Cool Amalakuhan, CEO of Methodist Hospital | Westover Hills. “This hospital was built for Westover Hills and their neighboring communities. We’re here to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors receives exceptional care. This new facility builds on the foundation of the freestanding emergency room, Methodist ER | Westover Hills, which has provided adult and pediatric emergency care services since opening in 2019. Starting today, those services will be relocated to the new hospital located on the same campus. We would like to show our immense gratitude and appreciation to the incredible team of leaders, staff, physicians, and community partners that were all integral in bringing this new facility to the community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtHeBz-X

Join us Saturday, November 16th from 1 to 4 p.m. at Chicken N Pickle for a hiring event. Our hospital and neighborhood ERs offer great career opportunities for registered nurses and paramedics with great work, life and retirement benefits. If you can't attend in-person, join us from your mobile device for a virtual interview that day. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gMyAZNzy

Methodist Healthcare is proud to celebrate the opening of its newest neighborhood freestanding emergency room (FSER), Methodist ER | Bulverde. "This expansion reflects our commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility in the Bulverde community," said Michael Beaver, Chief Executive Officer of Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak. "Our team is excited to provide world-class emergency care closer to the homes of our community members. Located at 20475 TX-46 #100 Spring Branch, TX 78070, this facility brings the health system's total number of FSERs to eleven and is an extension of Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak. The facility will provide care to adult and pediatric patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Patients will receive a free ambulance transfer to a Methodist Healthcare facility if a higher level of care is needed. The staff will be comprised of board-certified ER and trauma physicians, registered nurses, and other medical staff who provide quality, compassionate care to families throughout the Bulverde community and surrounding areas. Methodist ER | Bulverde officially opened on September 1st, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gDdufbsA

In recognition of Veterans Day, Methodist Hospital | Metropolitan hosted a meaningful ceremony to unveil their new Veterans Tribute Wall, created by veteran employees. This tribute honors the brave men and women who have served our country and represents the courage, integrity, and patriotism of veterans, inspiring future generations. ?"This tribute wall represents our heartfelt appreciation for the veterans in our hospital and in our community," shared Greg Seiler, CEO of Methodist Hospital | Metropolitan. "We are committed to honoring their legacy and ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten as we continue in our mission of serving humanity to honor God.” On behalf of Methodist Healthcare, we extend our gratitude to those who have served our country for their dedication and sacrifices in the name of our freedoms. We honor you this Veterans Day and every day. #veteransday #methodisthealthcaresa #sahealth #sanantonio

Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak is pleased to announce that Brandon Cohen has accepted the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Cohen most recently served as the Associate Chief Operating Officer (ACOO) for HCA HealthONE Swedish, a 504-bed, Level I Trauma Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Cohen earned his Master of Healthcare Administration and Business Administration from Tulane University and a Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University. Cohen joined HCA HealthONE Swedish in February 2023 and led executive oversight for surgical services, interventional radiology, laboratory, the burn and reconstructive service line, imaging, and more. He was instrumental in several major projects, including a $3M sterile processing department expansion, a $22M operating room expansion, and a $76M tower addition. "We are excited to welcome a driven and community-oriented leader like Brandon to the Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak family,” shared Michael Beaver, Chief Executive Officer of Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak. “His proven ability to lead and execute growth projects will help us continue to elevate the exceptional, high-quality healthcare we provide to the community.” Cohen will assume his role as COO effective November 11, 2024. Read more:?https://lnkd.in/gDRPm9ke

It was an honor to host the inspiring women of Women in Healthcare at our soon-to-open facility, Methodist Hospital | Westover Hills, for their recent meeting. Passionate professionals from various sectors of the healthcare industry gathered for exclusive tours and an opportunity to connect over our shared mission to advance healthcare. We had the privilege of highlighting our colleagues and recognizing the extraordinary work being done by organizations like Women in Healthcare, which are vital to the future of the industry. Leaders from Methodist Healthcare also shared their experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of patient-centered care and the role women play in healthcare. Through our community partnerships, we remain committed to driving innovation and providing world-class healthcare.

Methodist Healthcare helped fight the opioid and drug overdose epidemic by hosting its 6th annual Crush the Crisis drug take-back day event recently. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 107,543 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2023. In Texas alone, there were nearly 6,000 overdose deaths last year. Our annual event aims to educate our communities on the risk of medication misuse while providing a safe and anonymous way to dispose of medications that may be left over from previous procedures or other medical visits. Alongside local law enforcement, we hosted 12 locations across San Antonio, Atascosa, and Fredericksburg and collected 2,600 lbs. of medications—1,000 more than last year’s event! Individuals facing substance use challenges can see help from the National Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline (LIST ON SCREEN 800-662-HELP (4357)). This free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service is available for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.