Pilot Javier Garcia still remembers the early Texas morning when he got an urgent call. “I was on the phone with the hospital, and they needed a surgeon back in Corpus for an emergency surgery,” he said. That call set his day in motion. As he prepped his aircraft at dawn, Garcia felt the weight […]
Driscoll Children’s Hospital celebrated the grand opening of its new 60-bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) on Thursday, marking a major advancement in neonatal services for South Texas. Hospital leadership, staff, and special guests gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony and VIP tour, providing an inside look at the hospital’s latest advancements in neonatal […]
Driscoll Pediatric Cardiology Clinic in El Paso brought the community together on February 9 for a special event in honor of Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week and American Heart Month. Held at La Nube, the gathering provided patients and families an opportunity to celebrate resilience, raise awareness, and have fun. Dr. Srinivasarao Badugu and Dr. […]
On Thursday, February 6, patients at Driscoll Children's Hospital stepped onto their new playground for the first time, marking the completion of a state-of-the-art space designed to support both play and recovery. The Driscoll Children’s Hospital Kiewit Outdoor Play Area was made possible by a $250,000 donation from Kiewit, creating a safe, engaging environment for […]
Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley recently celebrated an amazing $1 million gift from H-E-B. The donation will fund advanced medical equipment for the hospital’s rehabilitation program, enhancing the hospital’s ability to provide cutting-edge therapies and support for children recovering from injuries, illnesses, and surgeries. The announcement was made during a special ceremony near the […]
For many, the holidays bring a sense of comfort as loved ones travel home and families spend time together. But when a child is sick, it can disrupt the joy that comes this time of year. Now one little boy’s love for Christmas is helping restore the spirit of the season for children and families […]
Every holiday season, Driscoll Children’s Hospital lights up with more than just decorations. These halls shine with hope and creativity that inspires even its youngest patients. These kids, while receiving care, make art that turns into Christmas cards. But these cards do more than spread holiday cheer — they help change lives. “It’s so therapeutic for the […]
Edinburg, TX— Driscoll announced a transformative endowment on Tuesday, the Robert & Laurie Lozano Family "Life Currency" Endowment, created with a commitment of $500,000 from funds provided by the Lozano family as well as those raised though Children’s Miracle Network contributions in the Rio Grande Valley from F&P Brands (DQ, Schlotzsky’s, and Cinnabon), and a […]
Driscoll Children's Hospital has been honored with the prestigious "High Performer" designation for fundraising revenue and productivity by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), making it the first children's hospital in the United States to receive the distinction. AHP is the leading authority in recognizing outstanding achievements in healthcare philanthropy. The "High Performer" designation demonstrates […]
On Wednesday Nov. 6, Driscoll marked two decades of service at Driscoll Medical Plaza – Brownsville, celebrating a longstanding commitment to providing specialized pediatric care for South Texas families. Originally established in 2004, the clinic has played a pivotal role in expanding Driscoll’s reach, delivering essential health services for children across the Rio Grande Valley. […]
