STHS transformation celebration group photo
April 09, 2025
South Texas Health System Heart Spotlights the Success of Five Former Bariatric Patients During Its Third Annual Transformation Celebration Fashion Show
Hosted by the STHS Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Center, the event celebrated the metamorphosis of the former bariatric patients who committed to leading a healthier life post-weight loss surgery.
Healthgrades badge over image of highlighted carotid arteries
March 04, 2025
South Texas Health System Heart Receives Five-Star Rating for Carotid Surgery From Healthgrades
The achievement places STHS Heart in the upper echelon of hospitals for specialty care nationwide and reflects STHS’ commitment to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care in the Rio Grande Valley.
5k participant being handed their medal
March 03, 2025
Hundreds of Rio Grande Valley Residents Join South Texas Health System Heart in Helping Raise Awareness for Heart Disease During Its Heroes With Heart 5K Run/Walk
Despite bone-chilling temperatures, more than 340 runners/walkers took part in STHS Heart’s annual 5K to shine a spotlight on the dangers of heart disease and help promote the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle to prevent cardiovascular issues.
hands holding a red plastic heart
February 14, 2025
South Texas Health System Heart Offering Heart Healthy Tips To Encourage Rio Grande Valley Residents to Prioritize Their Cardiovascular Health This American Heart Month and Beyond
In commemoration of American Heart Month, STHS Heart is raising awareness of heart disease while offering suggestions for leading a heart-healthy lifestyle.
The chest pain badge superimposed over an image of the hospital
December 23, 2024
South Texas Health System Heart Earns Chest Pain Center with Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Reaccreditation
The designation from the American College of Cardiology recognizes STHS Heart’s expertise and commitment to providing vital care and essential resources to patients with heart attack symptoms.
Dr. Miguel Rodriguez
October 21, 2024
Bariatric and General Surgeon Dr. Miguel Rodriguez, a Rio Grande Valley Native, Joins South Texas Health System Clinics
Eager to make essential treatment accessible in his native Rio Grande Valley, Dr. Miguel Rodriguez has officially joined STHS Clinics as a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric procedures.
STHS Heart Robotic surgery team holding balloons that spell out '200'.
June 18, 2024
South Texas Health System Heart Celebrates 200th Robotic Surgery Milestone
Less than a year after launching its robotic program to provide patients with minimally invasive surgical solutions, STHS Heart has performed 200 robotic surgeries with its da Vinci Xi Surgical System.
STHS Heart Bariatric patients on stage at the celebratory fashion show
March 27, 2024
STHS Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Center Celebrates Weight-Loss Success of its Patients
The second annual fashion show featured seven patients who have improved their overall health by committing to leading a healthy lifestyle following bariatric surgery.
South Texas Health System Heart Celebrates 100th Robotic Surgery Milestone
February 23, 2024
South Texas Health System Heart Celebrates 100th Robotic Surgery Milestone
Less than six months after launching its robotic program to provide patients with minimally invasive surgical solutions, STHS Heart has performed 100 robotic surgeries with its da Vinci Xi Surgical System.
A rehab therapist helping a patient on a treadmill
August 21, 2023
Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program Certified by American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Established in 2020 in partnership with Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab, it remains the only intensive cardiac rehabilitation program south of San Antonio.

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