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BSA Exceeds Surgical Milestones
Read more: BSA Exceeds Surgical MilestonesAMARILLO, TEXAS (September 27, 2022) – BSA Health System recently exceeded two surgical milestones utilizing the da Vinci® Xi™ robotic system, with the 10,000th procedure being performed at BSA Hospital and BSA Amarillo Surgical Group’s Dr. Shane Holloway performing his 1,000th procedure. The da Vinci® Xi™ is a state-of-the-art robotics platform that is used for gynecologic, urologic,…
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Questions & Answers about Breastfeeding
Read more: Questions & Answers about BreastfeedingAre you a first-time mom with lots of questions about breastfeeding? We asked Tiffany Bateman, RN, BSA, IBCLC, who has led the BSA lactation program since 2000, to answer a few of the most popular questions about breastfeeding. Which is better for my baby – formula or breast milk? Breastmilk is better for babies since…
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Top 100 Hospitals
Read more: Top 100 HospitalsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sharon Gongora, BSA Health System Phone: 806-212-0887 (office) sharon.gongora@bsahs.org BSA Hospital Named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® List Annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience and financial health AMARILLO, TEXAS (July 6, 2022) – BSA Hospital has been named this week to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top…
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U.S. News and World Report 2022-2023
Read more: U.S. News and World Report 2022-2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sharon Gongora, BSA Health System 806-212-0887 sharon.gongora@bsahs.org BSA Named Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report BSA Ranked No. 24 in Texas and Recognized as a High Performing Hospital AMARILLO, TEXAS (August 3, 2022)– BSA Health System (BSA) was named Best Regional Hospital in the Panhandle Plains region and ranked No.…
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BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022
Read more: BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022We’re growing our team committed to providing the safest care for our patients, their families and one another. Here, you will build a rewarding career and make a difference in the lives of others. We are now hiring RNs, respiratory therapists, patient care techs and more. As a valued team member, you can be confident…
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Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health System
Read more: Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health SystemAMARILLO, TEXAS (April 7, 2022) – Michael Cruz has been named chief executive officer (CEO) at BSA Health System. Cruz first joined BSA as vice president of operations in 2003, later becoming chief operating officer (COO). “Michael has a deep understanding of BSA and its outstanding culture of caring. He has spearheaded major growth strategies and…
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‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR Tips
Read more: ‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR TipsIt happens so quickly. You are outside walking down the street when you notice someone nearby collapses to the ground. The person is likely experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA): the abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness. What should you do? To perform Hands-Only CPR, place the heel of one hand on the breastbone,…
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BSA Cardiac Rehab Serves as Support for Local Resident
Read more: BSA Cardiac Rehab Serves as Support for Local ResidentIn April 2021, Terri Fry began experiencing severe pain in the middle of her back. Unsure of what was causing the pain, Terri drove to BSA Urgent Care Center. While there, Terri was informed she was experiencing a major heart attack. She was taken to the hospital for immediate treatment. “They said one artery was…
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Bypass Surgery Patient Counts BSA Cardiac Rehab Program as ‘One More Blessing’
Read more: Bypass Surgery Patient Counts BSA Cardiac Rehab Program as ‘One More Blessing’While moving a lawn mower off a trailer, Geary Caudle felt heaviness in his chest and attributed it to ‘getting out of shape.’ Unknown to Geary, the pain he felt was much more serious. “I was undoing the straps and felt kind of heavy in my chest,” Geary said. “I told my doctor how I…
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Navigating Holiday Foods and GERD
Read more: Navigating Holiday Foods and GERDThanksgiving is a time for us to come together with those we love to share experiences, reminisce on memories and enjoy comfort foods. For those living with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), enjoying holiday foods can be stressful and challenging. GERD, a chronic condition caused by stomach acid flowing into the esophagus, can result in frequent…
