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Knapp Medical Earns 5 Stars for Heart, Ortho & Diabetes
Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, has been recognized for 5-star care of heart attack, diabetes, hip fracture, and gall bladder patients. The recognition from Healthgrades…
Minimally-Invasive Robotic Surgery Now Available at Knapp Medical Center
Dr. Ernesto Garza performs Mid-Valley’s 1st state-of-the-art “da Vinci Xi” robotic surgery; to benefit patients needing wide range of surgeries. Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco is pleased to announce the acquisition of the da Vinci Xi Surgical System…
Dr. Padmini Bhadriraju Named a “Chief Medical Officer to Know” by National Publication
Top “Leapfrog” score reflects high level of healthcare provided for Mid-Valley patients. Knapp Medical Center has once again been awarded an “A” for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, a national healthcare ratings organization…
Knapp Medical Center Receives “A” Grade For Patient Safety – Again
Top “Leapfrog” score reflects high level of healthcare provided for Mid-Valley patients. Knapp Medical Center has once again been awarded an “A” for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, a national healthcare ratings organization…
29th Annual Conference for Physicians, Health Professionals to be held on South Padre Island
Unique event features nationally-known speakers, continuing education credits, beach-side setting. Continuing medical education credits for physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals will be available during a 29th Annual Rio Grande Valley…
New Orthopedic Robot At Knapp Medical Center Brings Innovative Technology For Mid-Valley Patients
“Mako SmartRobotics” partial and total knee replacements now being performed at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. Mid-Valley patients are now benefitting from an innovative new type of robotic-assisted knee surgery at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco.
Streamlining Your Emergency Room Experience: Introducing GetCareNow
At Knapp Medical Center, we offer GetCareNow, a simple online tool that lets you reserve your spot in the ER for non-life-threatening issues ahead of time. Here’s how it works and how it can help you. Please remember, in a life-threatening medical...
Navigating Alzheimer’s with Care and Compassion: Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
November marks Alzheimer's Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, providing essential information, and extending our reassurance and support to those affected by Alzheimer's disease. At Knapp Medical Center, we...
Knapp Medical Center Achieves 5 Stars In Medicare Ratings
Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, is the only hospital in the Rio Grande Valley to receive a 5-star rating in the latest hospital ratings report from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
New Nursing School from Prime Healthcare to Help Address Shortage of Nurses in Valley
A new nursing school for Prime Healthcare hospitals in the Rio Grande Valley has received unanimous approval from the Texas Board of Nursing and will help to address a shortage of nurses in South Texas.
Cath Lab Upgraded at Knapp Medical Center
Knapp Medical Center enhances specialized facility for diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart problems. Weslaco – Knapp Medical Center has upgraded its cardiac catheterization laboratory…
Prime Healthcare Hospitals Recognized Among the Nation’s Best for Excellence in Women’s Care
(ONTARIO, CA, September 28, 2021) – Prime Healthcare announced today that its hospitals have been recognized as 5-star recipients for women’s healthcare by Healthgrades. The 2021 Women’s Care Excellence Awards recognize hospitals with...