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Providing reliable and convenient care for the Crossroads since 2016 For 10 years, DeTar On Demand has been there for Victoria-area residents when they need medical care, from everyday illnesses and minor injuries to unexpected health concerns during some of the Crossroads community’s most challenging times. Since opening its doors in October 2016, the walk-in clinic has provided a convenient option for local families seeking care beyond traditional primary care office hours. Through seasonal flu surges... ... Read More

With the holiday season approaching and blood supplies critically low, DeTar Healthcare System is encouraging Crossroads residents to kick off the season of giving by donating blood Thursday, Nov. 5 at DeTar Hospital Navarro during their mobile blood drive. The blood drive will take place on Nov. 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the DeTar Hospital Navarro campus, 506 E. San Antonio St., Victoria. Both South Texas Blood & Tissue Center donor buses will be parked near the hospital’s front entrance. Appointm... ... Read More

DeTar Medical Group welcomes Christopher Scott Manatt, M.D., a board-certified urologist, to its team of providers. Dr. Manatt provides specialized care for men and women with conditions affecting the kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, prostate and male reproductive system. Dr. Manatt is practicing at DeTar Medical Plaza, 605 E. San Antonio St., Suite 509 E., where he offers both medical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s individual needs. Whether patients are dealing with a common ... ... Read More

DeTar Medical Group welcomes Karim Heras, M.D., a board-certified family medicine physician and recent graduate of the DeTar Family Medicine Residency Program, to its team of providers. Dr. Heras is practicing at DeTar Medical Plaza, 601 E. San Antonio St., Suite 304 W., where he provides primary care for patients of all ages. He is accepting new patients, with same-day and same-week appointments often available. For Dr. Heras, joining DeTar Medical Group marks the next chapter of a journey that has bro... ... Read More

DeTar Healthcare System has expanded its breast imaging capabilities with the latest 3D mammography technology designed to provide radiologists with a more detailed view of breast tissue while incorporating features intended to improve the patient experience. The new systems were installed in late August, bringing the technology to the Crossroads just ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Unlike conventional 2D mammography, which produces images from a limited number of views, 3D mammography captures ... ... Read More

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than wearing pink. For DeTar Healthcare System, October is an opportunity to encourage women to prioritize breast health while bringing the community together to support local cancer patients and families. Throughout October, DeTar will host and participate in several Breast Cancer Awareness events benefiting Crossroads Guardians of Hope, a local organization that helps cancer patients with expenses such as fuel, hotel stays, parking and medications. "Breast C... ... Read More

Celebrating EVS Week and the Vital Role of Environmental Services in Patient Care For almost 53 years, Dolores Perez has nourished and nurtured hundreds of patients, staff members and visitors at DeTar Healthcare System from her time in the kitchen working as a dietary aid to her time out on the floor in housekeeping, ensuring a clean environment for healing. This week, September 13 - 19, during Environmental Services Week, DeTar is highlighting the dedicated staff that keeps the facilities clean and ma... ... Read More

As students return to classrooms, sports and extracurricular activities, COVID-19 is once again showing signs of increased activity in the Victoria area — a pattern that also was seen during last year’s back-to-school season. According to DeTar Healthcare System’s internal testing reporting, DeTar On Demand Walk-In Clinic recorded 99 positive COVID-19 tests in August 2026, compared with 103 positive tests during August 2025. The nearly identical numbers provide a snapshot of a similar back-to-school pat... ... Read More

The dreaded prostate exam has long been the punchline of jokes and a reason some men put off talking about their health. But prostate cancer screening is simpler than many men may realize. This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, DeTar Healthcare System is encouraging men to understand their risk, know when to start screening and have the conversation with their doctor. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States, other than skin cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates th... ... Read More

Healthy aging isn’t about chasing every new wellness trend or trying to turn back the clock. It’s about paying attention to what your body needs, staying active, eating well and addressing changes before they become bigger problems. “Healthy aging is really about working with your body rather than fighting against it,” said Dr. Daniel Espinosa, family medicine physician with DeTar Medical Group. “Small, consistent choices can make a big difference in how you feel and function as you get older.” One plac... ... Read More