Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Breastfeeding Support Group Now Offered at CFMCHWhat 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 CFMCH Welcomes New Food and Nutrition Services ProviderCypress 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 CFMCH to Offer Amputee Support GroupCypress 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 CFMCH Employee Selected as One of Texans Ultimate FansDiana 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...
Monday, June 20, 2011 New Food Plate Encourages Healthier Eating, More Balanced DietThe 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...
Thursday, July 14, 2011 A Marine in Afghanistan Sees the Birth of His Son at Cy-FairA 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...
Friday, July 15, 2011 Free “Jump into Good Health for the New School Year” EventGetting 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...
Friday, March 04, 2011 Am I at Risk for Colorectal Cancer?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 Cy-Fair to Open Emergency & Imaging CenterSprains, 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...
Monday, October 25, 2010 Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Ranked in Top 10 PercentCypress 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 ...
Wednesday, January 05, 2011 Making Fitness Goals a Reality in the New YearHappy 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...
Friday, January 21, 2011 Healthy Teens Can Be Healthy Adults by Taking Care of Their HealthLet’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 Sunscreen Needed During Winter Months Too
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 Cy-Fair to Open Free-standing Imaging Center in CypressLeading 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 ...
Friday, October 01, 2010 Flu Shots Available October 1 for $20Each 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 ...
Monday, September 20, 2010 Local Doctors Caring for the Community 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...
Thursday, September 23, 2010 Cy-Fair Receives Breast Imaging Center of Excellence DesignationThe 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...
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 ER, Urgent Care Average Wait Times Now Live on WebsitePatients 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 Hospital Employee Receives RecognitionAngelic 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 Expanded Hours at Urgent Care CenterCan’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,...
Monday, July 26, 2010 All Private Rooms to Ensure Comfort, Enhance CareCypress 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 First Class of Versant Residents Graduate from Cy-FairA 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 Cy-Fair Volunteers Award Scholarships to Local Teens
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 Cy-Fair Ranked in Top 5% for Emergency CareAn 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 Dr. Bery Wins Patients’ Choice Award for 2nd Year in a Row
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...
Friday, June 04, 2010 Be Prepared this Hurricane SeasonWith 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 ...
CFMCH Hosts Free Seminar on InfertilityDid 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 Celebrates National EMS WeekCy-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...
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 Anissa Speight Recognized as the 2010 Cy-Fair Tenet Hero
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 ...
Friday, May 07, 2010 Cy-Fair Newsletter Awarded for Quality and CreativityCypress 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 ...
Friday, May 07, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital Staff Participate in MS 150 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...
Thursday, May 06, 2010 When to See a GeriatricianMay 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 Am I Suffering from a Stroke: Acting FAST Could Save a LifeMay 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 Celebrate Mother's Day with a Mammogram and Free GiftThe 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 Cy-Fair Hospital to Begin Using New Equipment for GERD PatientsAccording 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 Cy-Fair Hospital Offers New Easy to Use Registration KiosksA 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 National Medical Laboratory Professionals WeekThe 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 PET/CT Imaging Now Available at Cy-Fair HospitalCypress 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 Recognizing Our VolunteersWhen 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 Don’t Let Joint Pain Stop You in Your TracksCypress 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...
Monday, April 12, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital Sponsors Local Soccer FacilityCypress 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...
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 The Importance of Having a Physical and Getting Recommended ScreeningDid 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 Tips To Keep Your Family Safe from Injury this Spring
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 Is the Stomach Flu Really the Flu?
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 Eating for Your Health during National Nutrition MonthThe 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 Remembering Safety During Spring BreakSpring 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 A Healthy Heart Starts With PreventionCy-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 Transport Team at Cy-Fair’s Level III Neonatal ICUMaking 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 Preparing for Pregnancy SeminarEven 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 Social Media at Cy-Fair Hospital
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...
Mammograms: When Should I be Screened? 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 ...
Wednesday, March 03, 2010 More than Just Weight Loss: The Health Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
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 Cy-Fair Hospital Hosts Joint Pain Lunch & Learn Event
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...
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Heart Healthy Tips for Families
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...
Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Cy-Fair Caregiver Forum
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 ...
Monday, January 25, 2010 Cy-Fair Hospital Opens Second Location for Routine MammographyCypress 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 Haiti Relief EffortsCypress 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 ...
Tuesday, January 12, 2010 Getting Comfortable With Your CT
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 Hospital Launches RN Residency ProgramCypress 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...
Friday, December 18, 2009 Volunteers Celebrate the Holidays by Giving to Others
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 21, 2009 Cy-Fair Hospital Recognized for Cardiac Care
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...
Monday, December 21, 2009 New Year, New You
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 14, 2009 CFMCH Participates in Operation Military Embrace
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 Social Media Comes to Cy-Fair Hospital
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 Local Nurse Honored for Dedication to Quality Stroke Care
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 Cy-Fair Holds First NICU Reunion
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 Cy-Fair Participates in Heart Walk
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...
Monday, November 23, 2009 Cy-Fair Celebrates Diabetes Awareness Month
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...
Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Cy-Fair Hospital Sponsors Salute to the StarsOn 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 Cy-Fair Hospital Awarded Several CIGNA AwardsCypress 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 Senior Health Day at Cy-Fair HospitalCypress 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 Cy-Fair Hospital Recognizes Alzheimer's Awareness MonthNovember 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 Cy-Fair Receives Several HealthGrades Awards
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 H1N1 Flu Information Line at Cy-Fair HospitalNeed 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 16, 2009 Community Breast Health Event at Cy-Fair HospitalOctober 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 09, 2009 Dr. Bery Receives Patient's Choice AwardCypress 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 Walk from ObesityCypress 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 Free Chair Massages Promote Breast HealthOctober 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 Urgent Care Center Provides Low-Cost Flu Shots2010 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 Urgent Care Center has New Expanded HoursCypress 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 CFMCH Volunteers Gather for a Good Cause
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 Getting Your Child Ready for Back-to-SchoolAs 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 Diabetes Prevention Starts With YouPrevention 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...
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 CFMCH Receives 5-star Rating for Bariatric Surgery
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...
June 30, 2009Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Cy-Fair Recognized in the Top 10% for Maternity Care ServicesCypress 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 ...
June 26, 2009Friday, June 26, 2009 Women Can Take Steps to Prevent Bone LossCypress 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...
June 26, 2009Friday, June 26, 2009 Keep Your Health and Safety in Mind this 4th of JulyCy-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...
June 18, 2009Thursday, June 18, 2009 Scholarships Awarded to Area Students by the CFMCH VolunteersThe 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...
June 17, 2009Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Local Nurse Honored for Infection Prevention and ControlCheryl 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 ...
June 9, 2009Tuesday, June 09, 2009 CFMCH Honored by Texas Hospital AssociationCypress 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...
May 19, 2009Tuesday, May 19, 2009 CFMCH Supports American Heart Association’s Go Red EffortsCypress 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...
May 1, 2009Friday, May 01, 2009 Right Time and Place Critical to Successful Stroke TreatmentEvery 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...
April 28, 2009Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Public Health Information: Swine FluCypress 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...
April 27, 2009Monday, April 27, 2009 Cy-Fair Receives Esteemed Tenet Circle of Excellence AwardTenet 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...
April 14, 2009Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Putting the Spotlight on the Volunteer Auxiliary at Cy-FairCy-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...
April 1, 2009Wednesday, April 01, 2009 Sleep Studies for Pediatric Patients Now AvailableThe 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...
March 26, 2009Thursday, March 26, 2009 CFMCH Recognized for Higher Standard of Care for Stroke and CADCypress 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...
March 26, 2009Thursday, March 26, 2009 Cy-Fair Hospital Opens Occupational Medicine ClinicCypress 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 ...
February 25, 2009Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Caring for a Loved One after a StrokeRecovering 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 ...
January 29, 2009Thursday, January 29, 2009 Food Allergies Can Cause a Medical EmergencyMilk, 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...
February 17, 2009Tuesday, February 17, 2009 Risks for Colorectal Cancer Can be Reduced Through Early DetectionMarch 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...
January 23, 2009Friday, January 23, 2009 Getting Enough Sleep Is Important to Good Health 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...
February 11, 2009Wednesday, February 11, 2009 Now is the Time to Take Care of Your Heart
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...
December 16, 2008Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Celebrating the Holidays with Gifts of Good Cheer for Those in NeedEmployees 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 ...
December 8, 2008Monday, December 08, 2008 Choose Toys with Safety in Mind This Holiday Season 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...
Poor Circulation: Sometimes It’s a Matter of Life or LimbLeg 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...
November 3, 2008Monday, November 03, 2008 Radiology Department Celebrates National Radiologic Technology WeekCypress 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 ...
October 28, 2008Tuesday, October 28, 2008 Cy-Fair Hospital Welcomes New Chief Operating OfficerCypress 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...
October 17, 2008Friday, October 17, 2008 New Lobby at Cy-Fair Hospital OpensAs 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 ...
October 7, 2008Tuesday, October 07, 2008 Cancer Treatment is More than Medical Care 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...
September 23, 2008Tuesday, September 23, 2008 Preventing Heart Disease Begins With Healthy Lifestyle ChoicesFree 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 ...
September 22, 2008Monday, September 22, 2008 ER Reducing Wait Times, Providing Quality CareCypress 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...
September 18, 2008Thursday, September 18, 2008 Urgent Care Center Offers Low Cost Flu Shots Daily in October
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...
September 17, 2008Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Hospital Fully Operational After StormCypress 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...
September 11, 2008Thursday, September 11, 2008 Free Stroke Screening Rescheduled as Hurricane Ike Approaches
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...
September 8, 2008Monday, September 08, 2008 Exceptional Health Care Services Recognized by CIGNACypress 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...
August 8, 2008Friday, August 08, 2008 Clean Hands: Promoting Healthy Habits to Students in Cy-Fair ISD 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 ...
July 24, 2008Thursday, July 24, 2008 Free Event Offers Breast Health Education 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...
July 29, 2008Tuesday, July 29, 2008 Top-Rated for Weight Loss SurgeryCypress 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 ...
July 14, 2008Monday, July 14, 2008 Tenet Awards Scholarships to Children of Employees 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...
July 10, 2008Thursday, July 10, 2008 Hospital Makes Donation to Local Girl Scouts 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...
July 10, 2008Thursday, July 10, 2008 Volunteers Award Scholarships to Local Students 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 ...
June 27, 2008Friday, June 27, 2008 Announcing Multi-year Agreement with UniCare 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 ...
June 30, 2008Monday, June 30, 2008 Free Seminar on Blood Conservation 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...
June 19, 2008Thursday, June 19, 2008 Patients Now Have Convenience of Online Bill Pay 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...
June 4, 2008Wednesday, June 04, 2008 CFMCH Supports the Go Red for Women Effort 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 ...
May 19, 2008Monday, May 19, 2008 CFMCH Shows Its Appreciation During National EMS Week 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...
May 5, 2008Monday, May 05, 2008 Free Preventative Cardiac Screening 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...
May 7, 2008Wednesday, May 07, 2008 CFMCH Supports the American Cancer Society’s Cy-Fair Relay for Life 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...
April 23, 2008Wednesday, April 23, 2008 CFMCH Receives Prestigious Tenet Circle of Excellence Award 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 ...
April 17, 2008 Thursday, April 17, 2008 Hospital Volunteers Celebrate Silver Anniversary 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...
April 17, 2008Thursday, April 17, 2008 CFMCH Celebrates 25 Year Anniversary 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...
April 15, 2008Tuesday, April 15, 2008 Free Breast Health Event 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...
April 7, 2008Monday, April 07, 2008 Caring for Your Aging Parents Educational SeminarCypress 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 ...
March 31, 2008 Monday, March 31, 2008 Controlling Health Care Costs Event 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...
March 27, 2008Thursday, March 27, 2008 CFMCH Proud to be the Corporate Sponsor of Texas Copperheads Football 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...
March 18, 2008Tuesday, March 18, 2008 CFMCH Announces Relocation of Expanded Sleep Center 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...
March 18, 2008Tuesday, March 18, 2008 CFMCH Announces Opening of Women’s Imaging Center 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...
February 6, 2008Wednesday, February 06, 2008 Cigna Agreement 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...
February 27, 2008Wednesday, February 27, 2008 PET/CT Imaging Now OfferedCypress 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 ...
February 1, 2008Friday, February 01, 2008 Cy Fair Goes RedEmployees 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...
January 17, 2008Thursday, January 17, 2008 CFMCH Awarded UnitedHealth Premium Cardiac Specialty Center DesignationCypress 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...
January 21, 2008Monday, January 21, 2008 CFMCH Hosts Free Basics of Sleep WebinarCypress 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...
January 7, 2008Monday, January 07, 2008 Certified Bariatric Nurse Helps Overweight Patients Win by LosingDee 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,...
October 17, 2007Wednesday, October 17, 2007 CFMCH Offers Free Seminar on Bloodless Medicine 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...
October 15, 2007Monday, October 15, 2007 Treating Wounds Using Hyperbaric Oxygen TherapyHyperbaric 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...
October 1, 2007Monday, October 01, 2007 CFMCH Focuses on Breast Cancer 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...
October 1, 2007Monday, October 01, 2007 CFMCH Names Bobby Bluford Chief Operating OfficerCypress 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 ...
September 25, 2007Tuesday, September 25, 2007 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ExpansionCypress 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...
August 27, 2007Monday, August 27, 2007 New Stroke Support Group at CFMCHCypress 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...
August 29, 2007Wednesday, August 29, 2007 Tenet Awards Scholarship to Child of CFMCH EmployeeTenet 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...
June 28, 2007Thursday, June 28, 2007 CFMCH Implements New Stroke Response ProtocolsCypress 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...
June 29, 2007Friday, June 29, 2007 CFMCH Introduces Language Access Network Interpretation ServicesCypress 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...
June 25, 2007Monday, June 25, 2007 HealthGrades 2007-2008 Five Star Rating for Maternity Care 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...
June 19, 2007Tuesday, June 19, 2007 CFMCH Supports the American Heart AssociationCypress 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. ...
June 19, 2007Tuesday, June 19, 2007 CFMCH Makes Donation In Honor of Outstanding Employee 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...
June 28, 2007Thursday, June 28, 2007 CFMCH Receives Texas Health Care Quality Improvement AwardCypress 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...
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