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As part of National Preeclampsia Awareness Month this May, DeTar Healthcare System is joining healthcare providers and advocacy groups nationwide to shed light on preeclampsia — a potentially life-threatening hypertensive disorder that occurs only during pregnancy or the postpartum period. This condition affects 5–8% of all pregnancies and remains one of the leading causes of maternal and infant complications. While most people associate preeclampsia with the latter stages of pregnancy, many are unaware... ... Read More

During the Victoria City Council meeting held on Tuesday, May 13, Mayor Duane Crocker officially recognized National Nurses Week (May 6–12) and National Hospital Week (May 11–17) with a formal proclamation honoring the commitment and excellence of healthcare professionals throughout the community — with a special spotlight on the dedicated team at DeTar Healthcare System. In the proclamation, Mayor Crocker praised the nurses, physicians, staff, and volunteers at DeTar for their profound impact, compassi... ... Read More

As we celebrate National EMS Week, I want to take a moment to recognize and express my deepest gratitude to the dedicated emergency medical services (EMS) professionals who serve the Crossroads region. These first responders—EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, and all those who support them—are the backbone of our emergency healthcare system. Their skill, courage, and commitment make a life-saving difference in our communities every single day. EMS professionals work tirelessly, often in the most challenging... ... Read More

Parents of children admitted into the facility’s level 3 NICU were invited to reunite with nurses, staff, and neonatologist to celebrate growth since their child’s release. What began as a quiet, lifesaving moment in the neonatal intensive care unit turned into a joyful celebration of resilience and reunion at DeTar Hospital North on May 8. The hospital’s annual NICU reunion welcomed back dozens of families whose babies once clung to life in the care of DeTar’s Level III NICU team—and who now returned, ... ... Read More

DeTar Healthcare System is partnering with the South Texas Blood & Tissue to host a community blood drive on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The mobile donation bus—also known as the Bloodmobile—will be stationed at the DeTar Medical Plaza parking lot, located at 506 E. San Antonio Street in Victoria on the campus of DeTar Hospital Navarro. Blood donations play a critical role in supporting patients across the region. Every donation can help save up to four local lives, and DeTar is pr... ... Read More

At DeTar Healthcare System, we are honored to serve Victoria and the Crossroads region, thanks to the dedicated, skilled, and compassionate individuals who make up our team. As we celebrate Hospital Week May 11 - 17, we recognize and appreciate the caregivers who make a difference at DeTar and in our community every day. From the moment you walk through our doors at DeTar, our team is here to provide a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Our environmental services and facilities staff work tirelessl... ... Read More

Expectant parents are invited to an informative and fun prenatal class series at DeTar Hospital North from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at DeTar Hospital North’s cafeteria located at 101 Medical Drive, Victoria. Upcoming dates for the series are May 27, June 4 & June 10; July 23, 30 and Aug. 6; Sept. 24, 29 and Oct. 4; and Nov. 25, Dec. 3 and 10. Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, this class is perfect for you. Learn about pregnancy and childbirth from our experienced healthcare profess... ... Read More

DeTar Healthcare System proudly announces its 2024 employee honorees: Melissa Braunholz as Employee of the Year, Dalia Smith as Non-Clinical Director of the Year, and Mary Claire Bradshaw as Clinical Director of the Year. These three outstanding individuals exemplify DeTar’s mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care and service to our community. Melissa Braunholz – Employee of the Year Melissa Braunholz, a valued member of the Quality Department, has dedicated 20 years of service to DeTar. F... ... Read More

Not all heroes wear capes — some wear scrubs. This National Nurses Week, May 6–12, 2025, DeTar Healthcare System is proud to celebrate the Power of Nursing by honoring the everyday superheroes who make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families across the Crossroads region. Nurses at DeTar are the heartbeat of the hospital, combining clinical excellence with unmatched compassion and resilience. Whether responding to critical emergencies, delivering new life, or providing comfort and heal... ... Read More

One patient shares her story of persistent acid reflux and breaking free from the cycle of medication and discomfort For South Texans suffering from persistent acid reflux or hiatal hernias, lasting relief may be closer than ever. DeTar Healthcare System offers paraesophageal fundoplasty, a minimally invasive surgical option performed by Dr. Mark Tullos, general surgeon. Paraesophageal fundoplasty essentially means hiatal hernia repair and Dr. Tullos has performed over 2,000 of these procedures since 20... ... Read More