Wednesday, April 25, 2012 What are the benefits of breastfeeding? How do I know if my baby is getting enough milk? How do I increase my milk supply? How can I pump and store breast milk?
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital now offers a free breastfeeding support grou...
Sunday, April 01, 2012 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to welcome Culinary & Nutrition Solutions as the new food and nutrition services provider of the hospital. We look forward to seeing the new and exciting developments in the menus and food deliv...
Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to offer the Amputee Support Group, a monthly support group meeting focused on providing support and education to individuals affected by limb loss. The first meeting for patients, families, and car...
Saturday, August 13, 2011 Diana Petisca may not dye her hair blue and red for a Houston Texans football game, but she does dress in blue scrubs over a red Texans shirt – and sometimes even has the team’s logo painted on her face – when she goes to work at Cypress Fairbanks M...
Friday, July 15, 2011 Getting kids ready for school means more than just buying a new backpack and filling it with notebooks and pencils. Children also need to be healthy and ready to go on their first day of school. That’s why Cy-Fair Emergency & Imaging Center is h...
Thursday, July 14, 2011 A distance of more than 7,900 miles and a time difference of nine-and a-half hours did not keep Lance Corporal Preston Luke Jones from seeing the birth of his son, Preston Myles Jones, on April 23, 2011. That was the day his wife, Sarah, delivered t...
Monday, June 20, 2011 The new food plate recently unveiled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is designed to help Americans eat a healthier, balanced diet with an emphasis on vegetables and fruits. This new visual nutrition guide uses colorful, easy-to-read gr...
Friday, April 15, 2011 A study released this week by HealthGrades, a leading independent source of physician information and hospital quality ratings, named Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital a recipient of the Emergency Medicine Excellence Award™, ranking them amo...
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 During National Volunteer Appreciation Week, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital would like to thank the nearly 120 men and women of the Auxiliary for their outstanding dedication and contributions that make a difference each and every day in...
Thursday, March 31, 2011 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has been ranked eighth in Houston in the U.S. News & World Report's first-ever Best Hospitals metro area rankings, available online at www.usnews.com/hospitals.
The rankings recognize hospitals in o...
Friday, March 04, 2011 Colorectal cancer is one of the 5 most common cancers in men and women in the United States. While the exact cause of most colorectal cancers is unknown, there are certain known risk factors. A risk factor is something that affects your chance of de...
Friday, February 18, 2011 Sprains, strains, and chest pain. Access to quality medical care for you and your family is now closer to home. Construction is currently underway on a new Emergency Center and Imaging Center located right in the heart of the Cy-Fair community at Hi...
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital was proud to sponsor the Salute to Our Heroes, a special program hosted by the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. This year Cy-Fair Hospital was a Major General sponsor, continuing their commitment in help...
Thursday, February 10, 2011 The Senior Services Program at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital will host the next seminar of the quarterly “Caregiver Forum” series on Thursday, March 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Cy-Fair Professional Building Classrooms located at 1130...
Friday, January 21, 2011 Let’s face it. Teenagers are probably more interested in texting their friends, going to a high school game, or hanging out at the mall than thinking about how to stay healthy. But the decisions they make today about a whole host of behaviors will m...
Friday, January 14, 2011
You may not feel the warmth of the sun on your face in the winter, but you could still be experiencing the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays. “Most people think that they don’t need sunscreen when it is cold outside, but they do,” explains ...
Wednesday, January 12, 2011 Leading imaging technology and quality medical care for you and your family are now closer to home. Construction is currently underway on a new Imaging Center located at Highway 290 and Mueschke Road in northwest Houston. The center is a department ...
Wednesday, January 05, 2011 Happy New Year! Did you make a resolution to get fit? If so, you’re not alone. Improving physical fitness is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. And for many good reasons. Regular exercise can decrease the risk for heart disease and stro...
Tuesday, December 28, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently received the Certificate of Distinction for Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. The designation recognizes the hospital’s extraordinary efforts in providing st...
Monday, October 25, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has been ranked in the top 10 percent in the United States for critical care and pulmonary care by HealthGrades, a leading independent health care ratings organization. The findings were published last week ...
Friday, October 01, 2010 Each year approximately 200,000 people become so sick from the flu that they have to go to the hospital and 36,000 die from the flu and complications. The best way to avoid the fever, cough, sore throat, headache, muscle aches, and tiredness caused ...
Thursday, September 23, 2010 The Women’s Imaging Center at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently received the Breast Imaging Center of Excellence designation from the American College of Radiology (ACR). This accreditation recognizes the hospital’s voluntary partic...
Monday, September 20, 2010 At Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital, physicians and hospital personnel treat patients and visitors as if they are an extension of their own family. In many cases they actually are because almost 70 percent of staff both live and work in th...
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 Patients going to the emergency department (ED) at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital or Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center will not have to wonder how long their wait might be before receiving care. Now they can find out before they ever l...
Monday, August 23, 2010 Angelic McDonald, CRA, MSRS, RT, assistant director of Imaging Services at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital, recently passed the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) examination to become one of fewer than 720 people nationwide who have ...
Friday, July 30, 2010 Can’t see your doctor as soon as you would like? Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center is now open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. to care for patients of all ages. The Urgent Care Center, which is located at 9110 Barker Cypress near West Road,...
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Friday, July 30, 2010 Get creative and thread a needle, fluff a few feathers, prepare your paints or string some beads. Bras for a Cause showcase and silent auction presented by Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center invite...
Monday, July 26, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital now offers all private rooms so patients are able to rest and recover in a more healing environment. “Having all private patient rooms allows us to better serve the needs of our community. Converting to all ...
Wednesday, July 07, 2010 A recent recognition ceremony was held to honor the first group of Versant RN Residents at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital. These residents completed the 18-week RN Residency Program.
Versant (pronounced Ver-sent) is a comprehensive, ev...
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
At Cy-Fair Hospital, our Volunteers make an impact not only on health care today by the help they provide day in and day out at the hospital, but also on the health care of the future by supporting the health care professionals of tomorrow throu...
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 An injury, an illness, a heart attack, a stroke…no one plans for an emergency to affect you or your family. When it does occur, you want to have access to outstanding health care services close to home to get the care you need fast. That’s where Cyp...
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is pleased to announce that Tarang Bery, MD, an anesthesiologist on staff at the hospital, has received a Patients’ Choice Recognition Award from Consumer Research for the 2nd year in a row. Dr. Bery ha...
Tuesday, June 08, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that it was recently awarded accreditation from the American College of Radiology (ACR) for a number of its diagnostic imaging services.
The following imaging modalities at Cy-Fair rec...
Friday, June 04, 2010 With the hurricane season now upon us, Cy-Fair Hospital wants to remind you to be prepared. Make sure to take time to create a disaster plan with your family and collect the supplies you would need during a storm.
“Hurricane season runs from June ...
Friday, June 04, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital wants to help women become more aware of their health and give them the tools needed to succeed. Nearly 12,000 women in the United States learn they have cervical cancer each year. But cervical cancer is pr...
Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Children are active, adventurous, and curious. No matter how hard we try to avoid it, they are bound to get hurt or sick. Whether it’s a fever or a scrape on their knee, knowing that each situation is different and how to handle it is important. Som...
Monday, May 24, 2010 At Cy-Fair Hospital, we have a comprehensive bariatric surgery program that has outstanding patient outcomes every year. We are pleased to announce that our surgical weight loss program has again been chosen to participate in the OptumHealth Bariatr...
Monday, May 17, 2010 This year the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will celebrate the 21st Annual B.F. Adam Golf Classic benefiting deserving Cy-Fair ISD graduates. Cy-Fair Hospital is proud to be the lead underwriter for this year’s tournament.
The golf tournam...
Monday, May 17, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital recently sponsored the Lone Star College Foundation’s annual StarGala. The event was held at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel on April 24, 2010 and included a reception, silent auction, dinner, dancing, and the honoree presenta...
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Cy-Fair Hospital is pleased to announce that Anissa Speight, Ultrasound Supervisor at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital, has been selected as Cy-Fair’s 2010 Tenet Hero.
As Tenet’s highest award for employees, the Hero Award recognizes ...
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Cy-Fair Hospital strives to be your community hospital of choice. That’s why when there is an opportunity to get involved in educating the community, Cy-Fair Hospital is there.
Cy-Fair Hospital and Cy-Fair Urgent Care are proud to sponsor the ...
Friday, May 07, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital staff recently participated in the BP MS 150, a two-day fundraising cycling ride organized by the National MS Society: Lone Star during the third weekend of April. This ride is the largest event of its kind in North America and is...
Friday, May 07, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that our community newsletter has won an award! About Your Health, Cy-Fair’s quarterly newsletter, was awarded the Gold Award from The 27th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards. Entries ...
Thursday, May 06, 2010 May is Older Americans Month and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital understands the importance of finding the right doctor for your health care needs. Sick children see a pediatrician. People who have cancer go to an oncologist. Those with sh...
Monday, May 03, 2010 May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and Cy-Fair Hospital wants you to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a stroke. During a stroke, quick detection and proper treatment can make a life changing difference. When this situation arrives, be sure...
Tuesday, April 27, 2010 The American Cancer Society recommends that women over the age of 40 have a mammogram once a year. Cy-Fair Hospital and the Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center want to encourage you to celebrate Mother’s Day and celebrate life by having your an...
Tuesday, April 27, 2010 According to the American College of Gastroenterology, approximately 70 million Americans are affected by gastrointestinal disorders. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is always looking for the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment ...
Friday, April 23, 2010 A trip to the hospital, even for a routine test, can sometimes be a trying experience. But Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is taking steps to help make your visit as convenient and pleasant as possible. That’s why we are pleased to announ...
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 The week of April 18-24 is National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. At Cy-Fair Hospital, we believe every member of our team is an important part of what makes our hospital the community hospital of choice. Our lab is crucial in providing the...
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that we are now offering PET/CT imaging services at the hospital campus.A dual-purpose imaging device, PET/CT is the combination of PET (positron emission tomography) and CT (computed to...
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 When you think of a hospital, your first thoughts might be of doctors and nurses. But more goes into making Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital the community hospital of choice – our volunteers. Auxiliary volunteers fill roles behind the scene...
Monday, April 12, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Northwest Indoor Soccer Center in Houston. The hospital is committed to promoting fitness and healthy living to families in the community through education and q...
Monday, April 12, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced that it now offers advanced image-guided surgery for orthopedic procedures of the hip and knee. Image-guided surgery, also known as computer-assisted surgery, allows your operating physician to mak...
Thursday, April 01, 2010 April is National Donate Life Month, a time to focus attention on the importance of registering an organ and tissue donor via the Donate Life Texas Registry. That’s why Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and LifeGift are partnering this Apri...
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Did you know that most people don’t have a physical done regularly even though it can help them and their physicians identify any health concerns? Cy-Fair Hospital believes that physicals are an important health tool in creating an overall map of y...
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Spring is upon us and outdoor activities are abound. But before you take that morning ride on your motorcycle, spend time manicuring your lawn, or let the kids out to play, take a moment to remember safety comes first. E. Shawn Mansour, DO, boa...
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Many people talk about the "stomach flu" when they're feeling sick to their stomachs, but in reality, it isn't the same as the flu. “Stomach flu or gastric flu is a common term for gastroenteritis which is inflammation of the digestive...
Monday, March 22, 2010 The foundation of good health is the food we eat. That’s why Cy-Fair Hospital wants to help you eat healthier during National Nutrition Month. “It is important to control portion sizes, choose nutrient-rich foods, and maintain physical exercise,” ...
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Spring Break is finally here! It’s time to forget about work and school and take a week of relaxation and enjoy the warmer days ahead. But wait – before you cool off in the water or get ready for a delicious picnic, check out these safety tips so y...
Monday, March 15, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital wants to help you become heart healthy. While you cannot change some risk factors for heart disease or stroke, there are many lifestyle choices you can make to reduce your risk and live a heart healthy lifestyle.
It All Starts wi...
Thursday, March 11, 2010 Making special deliveries is the primary focus of the Neonatal Transport Team at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital. The team serves as a ground transport unit for area hospital facilities that are not currently operating a neonatal intensive...
Monday, March 08, 2010 Even before you become pregnant, your health matters to your future baby. Whether you're planning to become pregnant or already are pregnant, the healthy choices you make before and during pregnancy can have a lasting impact.
Cy-Fair Hospital has b...
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Cy-Fair Hospital prides itself on being your community hospital, and now we’ve made it even easier to connect with us. Our hospital is now on Facebook and Twitter! Become a fan and start receiving up-to-date information on upcoming events, hos...
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
If you're very overweight and can't lose pounds with a healthy diet and exercise, weight loss surgery might be an option for you. “Bariatric surgery is typically for patients who have a body mass index (BMI) above 40, or a BMI of 35 or greater w...
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Do you struggle with pain or pain relief methods that are no longer effective? Join the Senior Services Program at Cy-Fair Hospital for a free informative seminar to discuss the advancements in knee and hip replacement surgery and what options...
Monday, February 15, 2010
In recognition of Black History Month, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is presenting a traveling exhibit that honors the life and legacy of Hermann A. Barnett III, M.D., the first black graduate from a Texas medical school. Dr. Barnett...
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Being the caregiver for an elderly parent, spouse, or patient can be a challenging experience. It is one that is done out of compassion and care, but requires a network of support and resources. Are you interested in learning how you can better ...
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
What are some of the things you do with your family? Maybe you have dinner together, celebrate the holidays together or go on vacation together. What about staying heart healthy together?
Set a good exampleParents can teach children to be hear...
Monday, February 01, 2010
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to sponsor the upcoming Salute to Our Heroes, a special program hosted by the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. Cy-Fair Hospital committed to be a sponsor for the event to help support the Founda...
Monday, January 25, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center understands the importance of convenience. That’s why we are proud to announce that we now have two locations offering screening mammography services to help make having your annual screening more convenient ...
Monday, January 18, 2010
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to be your community hospital and is excited to announce our sponsorship of the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce Installation Celebration event.
The hospital is a member of the Chamber and...
Monday, January 18, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and its employees are taking steps to aid in the international efforts to help earthquake victims in Haiti. We encourage our neighbors to join in helping the victims of the Haitian earthquake. Several major ...
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Football season may be behind us, but high school athletes will still be on the fields and courts with basketball, soccer, track, baseball, and softball. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital believes it is important for teen athletes to en...
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has been recognized as a Level II Primary Stroke Facility from the Texas Department of State Health Services. The hospital was recognized at an event hosted by the Office of Emergency Medical Services (...
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
At Cy-Fair Hospital, patient education is important to us. That’s why we want you to be prepared for procedures like a diagnostic CT.
Protection During Your Diagnostic CT ProceduresComputed tomography (CT) is an X-ray technique that produces m...
Tuesday, December 29, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is investing in our nurses to provide a higher standard of care for the community, and we are proud to announce that we are the first hospital in Houston to offer the Versant RN Residency.
Versant (pronou...
Monday, December 21, 2009
Each year Americans make their list of resolutions for the New Year, and each year many forget those resolutions within a short time. Since many of the most popular resolutions are health-related, here are some tips for keeping your resolutions ...
Monday, December 21, 2009
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce it has received full Cycle III accreditation status from the Society of Chest Pain Center.
“Having access to quality acute cardiac medicine close to home gives confidence to our pa...
Friday, December 18, 2009
Recently, the Volunteer Auxiliary at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital decided to go above and beyond. When the volunteers attended a luncheon to celebrate the holidays, they decided to take this time to give back to the community.
C...
Monday, December 14, 2009
During the month of November, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital staff supported a worthy cause – Operation Military Embrace. Employees donated supplies and made holiday cards in an effort to give back. Operation Military Embrace is a n...
Monday, November 30, 2009
Cy-Fair Hospital prides itself on being your community hospital, and now we’ve made it even easier to connect with us. Our hospital is now on Facebook and Twitter! Become a fan and start receiving up-to-date information on upcoming events, hos...
Monday, November 30, 2009
Cindy Hudgens, RN, BSN, CNRN, cardiovascular and stroke coordinator at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital in northwest Houston, was recently honored by Specialists on Call with the Nursing Champion Award.
“Cindy Hudgens’ dedication to...
Monday, November 23, 2009
November is Diabetes Awareness Month and Cy-Fair Hospital feels that it’s important for each person to know their risks for developing diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, 24 million children and adults in the United States...
Monday, November 23, 2009
On October 24th, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital hosted a NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Reunion to celebrate the one year anniversary of the opening of the hospital’s Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Previously a Level II...
Monday, November 23, 2009
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently sponsored the American Heart Association’s Northwest Harris County 2009 Heart Walk. The local event was held Saturday, November 7 at the Cy-Fair campus of Lone Star College.
Cy-Fair Hospital em...
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 On October 22nd, one teacher from each school across the Cy-Fair Independent School District was recognized by the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation for their outstanding performance and dedication to their field. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hosp...
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced recently that it has received three CIGNA quality designations and two Centers of Excellence designations for 2009. This recognition means that Cy-Fair Hospital has met rigorous quality criteria b...
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital offers specialized care designed to meet the needs of the seniors in our community. From our experienced, caring nursing staff and comfortable accommodations to our patient-focused protocols and senior-frien...
Thursday, November 05, 2009 November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital wants to encourage the community to take care of their brains as well as the rest of their body.
Everyone forgets things from time to time. However, you may hav...
Friday, October 30, 2009
A study issued this month by HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings organization, finds that Cypress Fairbanks Hospital Medical Center is among the top 10 percent in the nation for pulmonary care. Cypress Fairbanks is recipient o...
Friday, October 16, 2009 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is raising awareness. Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States. Early detection is one of the most powerful tools in the fight against breas...
Friday, October 16, 2009 Need Information on H1N1 Flu?
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital now has a special H1N1 Information Line that will provide you with information about the flu including: general information, symptoms, when to seek medical treatment and at-ris...
Friday, October 09, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is pleased to announce that Tarang Bery, MD, an anesthesiologist on staff at the hospital, has received a Patient’s Choice Recognition Award from Consumer Research. Dr. Bery has been on staff at CFMCH for 9...
Thursday, October 01, 2009 Approximately 25 million American adults experience loss of bladder or bowel control, but they often don’t have to. According to the National Association for Continence, 80 percent of those affected by urinary incontinence can be cured or significan...
Thursday, October 01, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital helped sponsor the 4th annual Walk from Obesity. The walk was held on Saturday, September 12th at Bear Creek Park. Despite threatening rain, the event had over 200 walkers participate, and was a total of 2 ...
Friday, September 25, 2009 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is raising awareness. Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States. There is no one-size-fits-all diagnosis for breast cancer itself, so it is i...
Thursday, September 24, 2009 2010 Flu Shots are Available for Anyone Age Over the Age of 9 and the cost is $20
The press release information below reflects the 2009 flu vaccine and NOT the 2010 flu vaccine:Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center will be providing low-cost, annual...
Tuesday, September 08, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center is a convenient alternative when you can’t see your doctor as soon as you would like. Now, it’s even more convenient. Beginning Saturday, September 5th, the Urgent Care Center will have expanded Saturday and Su...
Friday, August 14, 2009
Recently, the Volunteer Auxiliary at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital got together for a good cause. When the volunteers attended an Ice Cream Social held in their honor by the hospital, they each brought school supplies to donate for ...
Monday, August 10, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has received two UnitedHealth Premium® Specialty Center designations for its cardiovascular services. Hospitals receiving these designations must meet or exceed UnitedHealthcare’s rig...
Monday, August 10, 2009 As the start of school draws near, it is important to be prepared. Every parent wants their child to have a pleasant back-to-school experience, and Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has many resources that can make the transition smoother. ...
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has received a five-star rating for bariatric surgery for the fourth consecutive year from HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings organization. Cypress Fairbanks i...
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 Prevention starts with understanding your health and setting goals, then gradually making changes to achieve long-term success. Even if diabetes runs in your family, you can make lifestyle choices to help delay its onset and prevent serious complic...
Monday, July 13, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that Rebecca Yorke, MD, pathologist on the medical staff at the northwest Houston hospital, was recently appointed by her peers to serve as President of the Houston Society of Clinical P...
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Hospital Medical Center announced today that it has received the 2009/2010 Maternity Care Excellence Award™ from HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings organization. As a recipient of this award, Cypress Fairbanks ...
Friday, June 26, 2009 Cy-Fair Urgent Care Center Offers Tips for an Enjoyable Holiday
Fireworks are fun to watch, exciting to hear, and a wonderful way to mark a special occasion like the upcoming Independence Day weekend. But as of today, a fireworks ban is in place t...
Friday, June 26, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Offers Free Bone Density Screening
As we get older we slowly start to see the visible signs of aging, like some laugh lines around the mouth or a few more gray hairs that just didn’t seem to be there yeste...
Thursday, June 18, 2009 The Volunteer Auxiliary at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that three students have been selected this year by the Auxiliary to each be the recipient of a $4,000 college scholarship. The Volunteer Auxiliary is a non-pr...
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Cheryl Briggs, RN, infection preventionist at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital in northwest Houston, was recently honored by Infection Control Today magazine. Briggs was featured in the publication’s “Who’s Who in Infection Prevention,” an ...
Tuesday, June 09, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is being honored as a long-time member of the Texas Hospital Association. The hospital was one of nine throughout the state to receive a 25-year membership award from the Association this year. The award was...
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently sponsored the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon for the Northwest Harris County and Montgomery County divisions. The annual event was held May 15th at the Woodlands Waterway Mar...
Monday, May 18, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is celebrating National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week from May 17 to 23 to recognize the men and women who commit their lives to providing critical, life-saving services and compassionate care to our...
Tuesday, May 05, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is celebrating National Nurses Week from May 4 to 8 and National Hospital Week from May 11 to 16 to recognize the hardworking men and women who provide the high quality, compassionate care that patients and ...
Friday, May 01, 2009 Every minute counts when someone is having a stroke. Strokes occur when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. When a person begins suffering a stroke, brain cells in the immediate area begin to die because they stop receiving the oxygen and nutrie...
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has been closely monitoring the swine flu outbreak in the United States, as we take the health and safety of our community, patients and employees very seriously. Currently, our hospital has no confirmed cas...
Monday, April 27, 2009 Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) announced today that Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital in Houston has been named to the company’s 2009 Circle of Excellence.
The Circle of Excellence honors Tenet hospitals that have achieved the hig...
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Cy-Fair Hospital Honors the Volunteer Auxiliary at an Annual Luncheon During National Volunteer Week
When you think of the theater, you probably think of actors and actresses. And when you think of a hospital, your first thoughts might be of doctor...
Wednesday, April 01, 2009 The Sleep Medicine Center at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the availability of sleep studies, or polysomnograms, for pediatric patients ages 11 and older.
Cypress Fairbanks Sleep Medicine Center features four pr...
Thursday, March 26, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the opening of its new occupational medicine clinic to provide comprehensive workers’ compensation and occupational medicine services for area businesses. Cypress Fairbanks Occupational ...
Thursday, March 26, 2009 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Coronary Artery Disease (GWTG–CAD) Silver Performance Achievement Award and the American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guideline...
Thursday, March 19, 2009 Throughout our lives, our bodies are continually changing. It seems that the older we get, the more these changes affect us and our health care needs. You may find it’s time for a new physician who focuses on the special needs of older adults.
...
Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Recovering from a stroke can be a challenging time for stroke survivors as they relearn how to care for themselves, overcome mobility issues, or change how they communicate. Caregivers can help by encouraging their loved one to be as independent as ...
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 March is right around the corner, and is an important month to reflect on a disease that affects almost 150,000 newly diagnosed people in the U.S. each year – colorectal cancer. Not counting skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common c...
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
February is widely known as American Heart Month, a time when people are urged to join the battle against cardiovascular diseases. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is offering a free seminar to discuss your heart health and how you can st...
Thursday, January 29, 2009 Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy and wheat are not just parts of the food pyramid. They represent the top eight food allergens for 90 percent of all documented food allergies. Most adults know if they have a food allergy, and the...
Friday, January 23, 2009 According to the National Institutes of Health, at least 40 million Americans suffer from some type of long-term sleep disorder, and an additional 20 million experience occasional sleeping problems. While there are more than 70 different s...
Monday, January 12, 2009 If you are thinking about having a baby, don’t wait until the result of a home pregnancy test is positive to see a doctor. If possible, preconception planning should begin about a year before conception to help ensure a healthy pregnancy.
John Dog...
Monday, December 29, 2008 More than 37 million Americans are affected by sinusitis every year. Patients tired of battling chronic sinusitis now have another weapon in their fight to relieve the headaches, congestion, facial pain and fatigue caused by inflamed sinus passages....
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Employees and volunteers at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital will celebrate this holiday season by supporting three worthy causes benefiting children and adults living both near and far. During the week of December 15 through 19, employees ...
Friday, December 12, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has earned the Gold Seal of Approval™ from The Joint Commission for stroke care and was awarded the certification as a Primary Stroke Center. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is one of only 6 hospit...
Monday, December 08, 2008 Pediatrician at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Offers Tips
about Selecting the Right Toy for the Special Child in Your Life
You are wearing comfortable shoes, you have credit cards or cash for purchases, you know where you want to sh...
Thursday, December 04, 2008 Through funds made available by the Tenet Healthcare Foundation, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently donated $7,500 to the Cypress-Fairbanks Educational Foundation to support the 11th Annual Salute to the Stars Gala.
The Salute to th...
Thursday, December 04, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and the Tenet Healthcare Foundation granted the American Heart Association-Houston Division a $5,000 donation for sponsorship of the American Heart Association’s Northwest Harris County 2008 Heart Walk.
Cyp...
Thursday, November 13, 2008 The birth of a child is one of the most exciting times of parents’ lives. While most parents do everything they can to ensure their child is born healthy, problems sometimes arise that require a newborn to remain hospitalized longer than expected. T...
Monday, November 03, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital of Houston celebrates National Radiologic Technology Week® to honor the hard work and accomplishments of its radiologic technologists. NRTW® is celebrated each year during the week that includes Nov. 8, the ...
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is pleased to announce Jay Krishnaswamy has joined the hospital as chief operating officer. In this position, Krishnaswamy assumes responsibility for the hospital’s ancillary operations, including cardiopul...
Friday, October 17, 2008 As part of an expansion project to better serve the needs of the community, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has completed the renovation of the hospital's front lobby and entrance. Registration and information services transitioned to the ...
Wednesday, October 15, 2008 The steady beat of music and aerobics instruction can be heard outside a conference room at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital each week. A group of dedicated staff members meets there regularly to exercise and to help each other on their pat...
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has received the 2009 Specialty Excellence Awards for Critical Care and for Pulmonary Services from HealthGrades, a leading independent health care ratings company. These awards place...
Tuesday, October 07, 2008 Hospital Hosts Free Seminar Focused on Family, Friends, and Caregivers of Cancer Patients
The diagnosis of cancer affects not only the patient but also family and friends. Cancer can bring with it an emotional roller coaster of hopelessness, anger...
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Free Preventative Cardiac Screening Offered By Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital
The choices you make today will impact your life tomorrow. This may sound like advice parents give their children, but it is especially true when it comes to ...
Monday, September 22, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Dedicated to Reducing ER Wait Times, Providing Quality Care
While the national average waiting time to see a physician in the emergency room is 56 minutes, the goal at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hosp...
Thursday, September 18, 2008
2010 Flu Shots are Available for Anyone Age Over the Age of 9 and the cost is $20
The press release information below reflects the 2008 flu vaccine and NOT the 2010 flu vaccine:Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center will offer flu shots during the...
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is fully functioning following Hurricane Ike that hit southeast Texas late last week.
"We had a few issues - we lost power for a period of time, but our backup generators kicked on," said Lisa Wh...
Thursday, September 11, 2008
With the safety of the community in mind as Hurricane Ike approaches in the Gulf of Mexico, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced that it has rescheduled its preventative stroke screening.
The event was originally scheduled for t...
Monday, September 08, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced that it has received three CIGNA quality designations and three Centers of Excellence designations for 2008. Center of Excellence designations were earned by Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospi...
Friday, August 15, 2008 With breast health as its main focus and advanced medical services all under one roof, Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center is striving to provide a better standard of care for its patients. The recently opened center at Cypress Fairbanks Me...
Friday, August 08, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and CIGNA Donate Funds to Cy-Fair ISD for Purchase of Hand Sanitizing Stations When students head back to start the new school year in the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District this month, their ...
Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has been recognized with clinical excellence in bariatric surgery from HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings organization. According to the Third Annual HealthGrades ...
Thursday, July 24, 2008 Free event teaches women about self breast care and how to select the right bra Women age 40 and older are invited to a free, private breast self-exam consultation and bra fitting session hosted by Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center. T...
Monday, July 14, 2008 Tenet Healthcare Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC), and Tenet’s Central States Region announced today that they have awarded one-year college scholarships to 44 children of hospital and regional em...
Thursday, July 10, 2008 The Volunteer Auxiliary at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is a non-profit organization that utilizes its donations and proceeds to award scholarships to students pursuing careers in health care. This year three students were selected ...
Thursday, July 10, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently donated mini first aid kits and gift bags to the Copper Corners Service Unit of the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council. The gift bags were given to the Girl Scouts in recognition of their commun...
Monday, June 30, 2008 Seminar to Raise Awareness about Blood Issues and Available Alternatives People who are uncomfortable receiving blood through transfusions or hold personal or religious convictions against receiving transfusions now can learn more abo...
Friday, June 27, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently announced that it reached a multi-year agreement with UniCare, which became effective May 15, 2008. This new agreement covers both PPO and HMO customers. Financial terms of the agreement were ...
Tuesday, June 24, 2008 Women Who Give Birth at Top-Performing Hospitals Have 51 Percent Fewer Complications on Average, Study Finds Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it is the only hospital in Northwest Houston to ...
Thursday, June 19, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital now offers patients the convenience of paying for hospital bills online. Online Bill Pay, from NCR Corporation, is an automated bill payment application that enables patients to inquire about the status o...
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently donated $3,500 for sponsorship of the American Heart Association-Northwest Harris County’s Go Red for Women Dinner. Go Red for Women is the American Heart Association’s national call for women ...
Monday, May 19, 2008 As we celebrate National Emergency Medical Services Week (May 18-24), Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital would like to recognize the men and women who commit their lives to providing critical, lifesaving services and compassionate care to...
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and the Tenet Healthcare Foundation supported the American Cancer Society’s 2008 Cy-Fair Relay for Life event that was held April 25 and 26 at Cypress Woods High School. The annual fundraiser event is a c...
Monday, May 05, 2008 Heart disease builds slowly and quietly. Some people don’t know they have a problem until they have a heart attack. So how do you know if you are at risk? High cholesterol and high blood pressure are two common risk factors for heart disease. St...
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) announced today that Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center in Houston has been selected to the company’s 2008 Circle of Excellence. The Circle of Excellence honors those Tenet hospitals that have performed at ...
Thursday, April 17, 2008 Volunteers Myrna Wansik, Phyllis Dominik and Pauline Bankston were there when the doors to Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital opened on May 16, 1983. Twenty-five years later they are still welcoming patients, working in various department...
Thursday, April 17, 2008 Opened in May 1983, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to celebrate 25 healthy years of caring for the community. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is dedicated to providing advanced health services and quality care. To y...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008 Free event teaches women about self breast care and how to select the right bra. Women age 40 and older are invited to a free, private breast self-exam consultation and bra fitting session hosted by Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imagi...
Monday, April 07, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to host a complimentary seminar on “Caring for Your Aging Parents”. The free seminar will be held at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital on Tuesday, April 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. Reservations are ...
Monday, March 31, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is hosting a free informative seminar entitled “Controlling Health Care Costs for Businesses”. Topics that will be discussed include: Insurance Plan Types Overview Understanding Your Policy What Y...
Thursday, March 27, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is pleased to continue their sponsorship and support of the Texas Copperheads football team. As a Corporate Sponsor of the Texas Copperheads, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is committed to he...
Tuesday, March 18, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that the new Sleep Center has relocated and expanded to better serve the community. According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 40 million Americans suffer from sleep diso...
Tuesday, March 18, 2008 Public Invited to Open House at New Facility for Mammography and Diagnostic Imaging Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the opening of the new Women’s Imaging Center which will serve as a comprehensive imaging care ce...
Wednesday, February 27, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce that the Cypress Fairbanks Urgent Care Center is now offering PET/CT imaging services. A dual-purpose imaging device, PET/CT is the combination of PET (positron emission tomography) and ...
Wednesday, February 06, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that is has reached an agreement with CIGNA Corporation (NYSE: CI). Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is part of a national agreement entered into by its parent company, Tenet Heal...
Friday, February 01, 2008 Employees at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital celebrated National Wear Red Day by donating at least $5 to the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women campaign that empowers women with knowledge and tools so they can take positive acti...
Monday, January 21, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital will host a free Basics of Sleep webinar on Tuesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. Attendees will learn about the importance of sleep, the sleep cycle, stages of sleep, consequences of sleep deprivation, common circadia...
Thursday, January 17, 2008 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced that it has received the United Premium® Cardiac Specialty Center designation for 2007 to 2009. This designation means that the hospital has met rigorous quality criteria based on nationally recog...
Monday, January 07, 2008 Dee Siddens understands her patients. She teaches them what to expect when they come to the hospital for bariatric surgery, acts as their patient liaison while they recuperate after the procedure, and teaches them all the do’s and don’ts about diet,...
Friday, November 16, 2007 Top national and state rankings recognize excellence for several service lines Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has received numerous five-star ratings as well as top national and state rankings for clinical excellence in num...
Wednesday, October 17, 2007 Blood Management Awareness Week in Early November to Raise Awareness about Blood Issues People who are uncomfortable receiving blood through transfusions or hold personal or religious convictions against receiving transfusions n...
Monday, October 15, 2007 Hyperbaric chambers are not just for divers suffering from “the bends” any more. Doctors at Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital are using these specialized chambers to treat patients with a variety of health conditions, including chronic wound...
Monday, October 01, 2007 Campaign Urges Women to “Picture Yourself Healthy” Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has developed a novel approach to help women focus on their breast health this October. The hospital asks women to “Picture Yourself Healthy,” encouraging...
Monday, October 01, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital today announced that Bobby Bluford, previously the hospital’s associate administrator, has assumed the duties of chief operating officer. In this position, Bluford assumes responsibility for the hospital’s ...
Tuesday, September 25, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the expansion of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as part of a development project to meet the growing health care needs of the community. Construction is expected to begin in Oct...
Wednesday, August 29, 2007 Tenet Healthcare Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC), and Tenet’s Central Region announced today that they have awarded $57,000 in one-year college scholarships to 27 children of hospital and regional em...
Monday, August 27, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the development of a Stroke Support Group. The Stroke Support Group is open to the community and will work to help provide stroke survivors and their family members/caregivers with emoti...
Friday, June 29, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the implementation of a new videoconference interpretation service to provide live interpretation in more than 150 languages, the Language Access Network. Cypress Fairbanks Medical Cente...
Thursday, June 28, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital is proud to announce the implementation of a new alert system called Code BRAIN designed to provide quicker response and treatment for stroke patients. Responding quickly and properly when warning signs occu...
Thursday, June 28, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has received the Texas Health Care Quality Improvement Achievement Award from TMF Health Quality Institute, the Medicare Quality Improvement Organization for Texas. TMF established t...
Monday, June 25, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital announced today that it has been recognized with a five-star rating for clinical excellence in maternity care from HealthGrades, a leading independent healthcare ratings company. Cypress Fairbanks Medica...
Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital makes donation to the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization in name of Karey Miller to celebrate National Nurses Week and National Hospital & Healthcare Week As a part of the National Nurse...
Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and the Tenet Healthcare Foundation granted the American Heart Association-Houston Division a $25,000 donation for sponsorship of the American Heart Association’s Northwest Harris County Heart Ball. ...
Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Through funds made available by the Tenet Healthcare Foundation, Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently donated $7,500 to the North Harris Montgomery Community College District Foundation to support an endowed scholarship. The scholarshi...
Leg pain may be due to a muscle cramp or injury, but it could be caused by a more serious issue, such as poor blood flow in the arteries or a blood clot from sitting, standing, or lying down for long periods of time.
Peripheral vascular disease (P...
Did you know that infertility affects 1 in 6 couples trying to have children? Despite the fact that infertility is so common, it is not something that is often discussed. Cy-Fair Hospital wants to help you learn more about infertility and how you ...
Cy-Fair Hospital would like to recognize the individuals who dedicate themselves to providing critical, life-saving services and compassionate care to our patients and our northwest Houston community during National Emergency Medical Services Week t...
No one wants to think about the possibility of breast cancer. But getting accurate health information shouldn’t be confusing or scary, and preventative care can mean saving your life. That’s why Cypress Fairbanks Women’s Imaging Center wants to ...
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