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Published April 13, 2016

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Conjoined twins separated in marathon operation

A skilled team of surgeons, nurses, and other medical professionals at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas, have successfully separated 10-month-old conjoined twins, Ximena and Scarlett Hernandez-Torres. Read More
Published December 17, 2018

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U.S. Border Patrol donating toys to patients

WHAT: United States Border Patrol will donate more than 100 Christmas gifts to patients of Driscoll Children’s Hospital. This is the 16th year that USBP has given to Driscoll. WHEN: 9 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 18 WHERE: Main lobby in front of the Carousel Gift Shop, Driscoll Children’s Hospital, 3533 S. Read More
Published December 13, 2018

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Driscoll annual holiday book signing to be Friday

WHAT: Sponsored by the Auxiliary to Driscoll Children’s Hospital, a book signing for this year’s annual holiday book, “The Little Toy Maker: A Driscoll Christmas Story,” written and illustrated by a former Driscoll Children’s Hospital patient. The author and illustrator is 21-year-old Allison Shaffer, a former Driscoll preemie who currently … Read More
Published December 5, 2018

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Driscoll physician to be honored at San Antonio’s Jingle Bell Run

CORPUS CHRISTI – Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s pediatric rheumatologist will be recognized as the Medical Honoree at this year’s Jingle Bell Run in San Antonio. In her five years at Driscoll, Melissa Mizesko, MD, has dedicated herself to helping her patients deal with the crippling effects of juvenile arthritis. One cause … Read More
Published December 4, 2018

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Jolly Holiday Party a fun way to celebrate Christmas

WHAT: The Stripes Child Life Program at Driscoll Children’s Hospital is hosting its annual Jolly Holiday Party, which gives patients a chance to get into the Christmas spirit with fun and festivities. Activities include crafts, cookie decorating and a visit with Santa. The event also features Kendra Cares, the … Read More
Published November 16, 2018

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Driscoll hosts Special Dinner for NICU families

WHAT: Driscoll Children’s Hospital is hosting a Special Dinner for families with babies currently receiving care in Driscoll’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Graciously given by auction donors from a March of Dimes function, the event will feature a dinner provided by Shoreline Sandwich Company. Chef Kris will be preparing a … Read More
Published November 16, 2018

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Driscoll Children’s Hospital Celebrates World Diabetes Day

Driscoll Children’s Hospital Diabetes and Endocrinology team members were on hand with patients, family, friends and city leaders to witness the Harbor Bridge lit up in blue, the color chosen by the International Diabetes Federation. Driscoll Children’s Hospital staff came together this past Wednesday, Nov. 14, to celebrate World … Read More
Published November 8, 2018

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Organ donors and their families to be honored at Driscoll ceremony

WHAT: Driscoll Children’s Hospital honors families of children whose organs were donated so that others may live. There will be a presentation, slideshow of donors and a tour of the Driscoll Children’s Hospital Organ Donor Wall. WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. WHERE: Driscoll Children’s Hospital … Read More
Published October 30, 2018

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Mary Dale Peterson, MD, MSHCA, named Driscoll Health System Executive Vice President and COO

Mary Dale Peterson, MD, MSHCA CORPUS CHRISTI – Mary Dale Peterson, MD, MSHCA, has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Driscoll Health System. Dr. Peterson has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Driscoll Health Plan since 2006, where she has overseen … Read More
Published October 25, 2018

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Apple Sale to benefit Driscoll patients

WHAT: The 36th annual Six Points Kiwanis Club Apple Sale, benefiting Driscoll Children’s Hospital. Cost is $45 for one case of apples (Red or Golden Delicious). All proceeds will go toward funding Driscoll’s Cardiology, Nephrology, Oncology and Pulmonology summer camp programs. Call 361-694-6401 for more information. WHEN: Friday, Oct. Read More
Published October 25, 2018

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Driscoll co-sponsoring free car seat inspection

WHAT: Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s Injury Prevention Program, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Corpus Christi Police Officer Association are sponsoring a free car seat inspection. Parents are invited to bring their car seats and receive instruction on proper use and safety. Parents and caregivers will receive hands-on instruction … Read More
Published October 24, 2018

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Driscoll Health Plan celebrates 20th anniversary

VICTORIA – Driscoll Health Plan (DHP) will celebrate its 20th anniversary this month with multiple events at its offices throughout South Texas, including Victoria. The celebration will be held at 1:45 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, at 1908 N. Laurent St., Sixth Floor, Suite 640. Driscoll Health Plan is part … Read More
Published October 22, 2018

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Driscoll Health Plan celebrates 20th anniversary

CORPUS CHRISTI – Driscoll Health Plan (DHP) will celebrate its 20th anniversary this month with multiple events at its offices throughout South Texas, including Corpus Christi. The celebration will be held at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23; 615 N. Upper Broadway, Second Floor, Suite 200. Driscoll Health Plan is part … Read More
Published October 17, 2018

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Driscoll benefits from Walmart’s generosity

CORPUS CHRISTI – On Oct. 17, Walmart/Sam’s Club reached a fundraising milestone by passing the $1 billion mark in donations to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH). More than $30 million was raised by Walmart and Sam’s Club associates, customers and members during this year’s U.S. campaign that runs from … Read More
Published October 12, 2018

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Driscoll holding 40th reunion for former NICU patients

WHAT: The 40th annual NICU Reunion, a celebration for all graduates of Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes, and the event will feature games, food, face painting, Moonwalks, pumpkin designing and prizes. WHEN: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13 WHERE: … Read More
Published October 8, 2018

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Hamon named new Driscoll Health System President and CEO

CORPUS CHRISTI – Eric Hamon has been named the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Driscoll Health System. He has served as Interim President and CEO since April 2018. Hamon has been a key member of the Driscoll team for more than 25 years and served as Driscoll Health … Read More
Published October 2, 2018

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36th annual Kiwanis Club Apple Sale helps Driscoll patients attend summer camp

CORPUS CHRISTI – An apple a day keeps the doctor away, and a case of apples enables children with cancer and other diseases to attend summer camp. Orders are now being taken for the 36th annual Six Points Kiwanis Club Apple Sale, which will benefit Driscoll Children’s Hospital patients attending … Read More
Published September 18, 2018

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Driscoll patients to be treated like stars as holiday cards unveiled

CORPUS CHRISTI – Past and present Driscoll Children’s Hospital patients will be treated like Hollywood stars Wednesday when the hospital’s 2018 Holiday Card collection is unveiled. Patients whose art was chosen for the release will arrive at the hospital and walk down a red carpet, greeted by camera flashes and … Read More
Published September 18, 2018

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Driscoll patients to be treated like stars as holiday cards unveiled

CORPUS CHRISTI – Past and present Driscoll Children’s Hospital patients will be treated like Hollywood stars Wednesday when the hospital’s 2015 holiday card collection is unveiled. Patients whose art was chosen for the release will walk down a red carpet, greeted by camera flashes and applause, and autograph their work … Read More
Published September 18, 2018

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Driscoll offers speakers for clubs, organizations

Do you belong to a club such as the Rotary, Optimist or Kiwanis club? Does your organization ever need guest speakers for meetings? Driscoll Children’s Hospital has some of the most knowledgeable pediatric physicians and healthcare providers you’ll find anywhere. We are anxious to share our wealth of information with … Read More
Published September 14, 2018

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A time of food, fun and games on Childhood Cancer Awareness Day

WHAT: Oncology patients at Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and their families gather to celebrate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and the great strides that have been made in pediatric cancer care. WHEN: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15 WHERE: FunTrackers Family Fun Center, 9605 SPID … Read More

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