Please stay tuned to weather forecasts this afternoon and evening into Tuesday morning as meteorologists track a tropical weather system in the Gulf of Mexico that’s expected to bring potentially heavy rains to the Houston area much of the coming week. Day shift that is currently on campus should not leave until their relief has arrived. If you are scheduled to work tonight … [Read more...]

Even as we continue to care for COVID-19 patients, we must shift some of our focus to the upcoming flu season. This year, more than ever, it’s imperative that everyone participate in our systemwide flu campaign, which runs from Sept. 13 through Nov. 8, 2021. Not only will everyone participating help keep us and our patients safe, it will hopefully help reduce the strain on our … [Read more...]

Friday, September 3, 2021 | 3:25 p.m. As we head into the Labor Day Weekend, I wanted to give everyone a COVID-19 update. In the video below, I cover how many patients we have at HMSL and across the system, third (booster) shots, our positivity rate and how the data suggests we're leveling off. https://youtu.be/oClQs-wBat0 Thank you all for all your efforts over the last … [Read more...]

Each recipient of the I CARE Award has displayed the values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence to patients, their families and coworkers. They were nominated by supervisors, coworkers and patients, and they are the best of the best. Please join me in congratulating the I CARE award winners for 2021. Pat Hogue Maria Gordon Alejandrina … [Read more...]