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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 February 12, 2019

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Heart T-shirt designed by Driscoll cardiologist says “love” in 20 different languages

(Front row from left) Cardiology patient Marcus Gonzales, 13, of Beeville; John Brownlee, MD, Pediatric Cardiologist. (Back row, from left) Ambrie Garcia, RN, Cardiology Clinic; Ashley Flores, Certified Medical Assistant; Monica Chapman, RN, Cardiac Fetal Clinic; Erica Patey-Alcock, Registered Cardiac Sonographer; Laura Rojas, Medical Assistant; Yolanda Rivera, Electrocardiographer; Nicole … Read More
Published February 7, 2019

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Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños

WHAT: The 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños, Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s largest annual fundraising event, with 100 percent of the proceeds directly benefiting the hospital. Featured entertainer will be Texas musician Cory Morrow. WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8 WHERE: American Bank Center Exhibit Hall, 1901 N. Shoreline … Read More
Published February 6, 2019

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My Special Aflac Duck brings joy to Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s cancer patients

Nkechi Mba, MD, Medical Director, Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Driscoll Children’s Hospital, and oncology patient RT Sanchez play with the My Special Aflac Duck, a gift from the national insurance company.CORPUS CHRISTI – Driscoll Children’s Hospital oncology patient RT Sanchez wasn’t sure what to think when Child … Read More
Published February 4, 2019

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Fiesta de los Niños Co-Chairs finishing preparations

2019 Fiesta de los Niños Co-Chairs Laura Commons (left) and Karen Haug are finishing preparations for the 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños, Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s largest fundraiser of the year. The event will be held Friday, Feb. 8, 6:30-11 p.m., at the American Bank Center Exhibit Hall. For … Read More
Published January 31, 2019

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Fiesta de los Niños’ proceeds will go toward purchase of CT scanner for Driscoll Radiology Department

CORPUS CHRISTI – Proceeds from Fiesta de los Niños will go toward the purchase of the very latest high-tech equipment for the Radiology Department at Driscoll Children’s Hospital. Funds raised will support the purchase of a new state-of-the-art Dual Energy/Ultra-Fast CT (computed tomography) scanner. Driscoll’s current CT scanner provides 64 … Read More
Published January 23, 2019

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Cory Morrow to headline Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños fundraiser

Cory Morrow CORPUS CHRISTI – Texas music veteran Cory Morrow will be the featured performer at Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños. Born in 1972, Morrow started playing guitar at 15 while attending Memorial High School in Houston. He learned how to play on an instrument … Read More
Published January 17, 2019

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Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s 27th Fiesta de los Niños promises to be another crowd-pleaser

Karen Haug, 2019 Co-Chair, Fiesta de los Niños (from left); Allister Arnold, MD, MMM, Chairman of the Department of Radiology at Driscoll Children’s Hospital; Eric Hamon, President and CEO, Driscoll Health System; Brook A. Vickery, PE, Vice President and Manufacturing Manager, Flint Hills Resources; Bea Glover, Community Relations Coordinator, … Read More
Published January 16, 2019

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Flint Hills Resources to present $50,000 title sponsorship check for Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños

WHAT: Fiesta de los Niños Title Sponsor Flint Hills Resources will present a $50,000 check to Driscoll Children’s Hospital. The 27th annual Fiesta de los Niños, to be held Friday, Feb. 8, at the American Bank Center, is the hospital’s largest annual fundraising event, with 100 percent of proceeds directly … 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

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