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Midland Health and Midland College are thrilled to announce the long-awaited reopening of the Midland College Radiologic Technology Program. After 13 years, the program has been resurrected to cater to the demands of the medical community. This strategic move comes as a response to the pressing need for skilled radiologic technologists in the region. Midland Health currently has 20 full-time and part-time positions open, highlighting the immediate demand for skilled radiologic technologists. "We are ext...
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Midland Memorial Hospital Main Campus 400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Parkway Midland, Texas 79701 » Get Directions Phone: (432) 221-1111 Hours: Monday – Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week F. Marie Outpatient Center - West Campus 4214 Andrews Highway Midland, Texas 79703 » Get Directions Phone: (432) 221-1111 Business Office Phone: (432) 221-1522 or (800) 833-2916 , extension 1522 ENT and Allergy of West Texas, Suite 205 Phone: (432) 221-1300...
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The following provisions apply to information Midland Memorial Hospital learns about or obtains from you when you visit the Midland Memorial Hospital Web site. These provisions may be changed from time to time and without notice at Midland Memorial Hospital's sole discretion and as provided by applicable law. You should check this Privacy Policy frequently for any such changes, however, your continued access or use of the site shall constitute acceptance of any modifications of the Privacy Policy. Midla...
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Many programs exist to address physical health, but they don't address the unique needs of each individual. In addition, there is rarely mention of mental, or spiritual health—vital elements in establishing happiness. Any sound physician would argue that your physical health suffers if you are neglecting spiritual and mental well-being. So why are these other facets largely ignored? Midland Health is proud to offer Better U, a unique holistic lifestyle medicine program addressing all three branches of h...
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One of the most exciting features in our electronic health record system is a patient portal application. This portal provides 24/7 online access to your health records from any computer, tablet or smartphone. Click the below appropriate link to access your patient portal: Midland Memorial Hospital Portal Midland Memorial Hospital Account (I already have an account.) Midland Memorial Hospital Create New Account (I need to setup an account.) Midland Health Clinics Portal Premier Clinics, Permian Cardiolo...
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On June 9th, Hospitals Against Violence Hope (#HAVhope) Friday, in a Day of Awareness, will focus national attention on ending all forms of violence. This is an outgrowth of project initiated by the American Hospital Association Board of Trustees to give voice to hospital efforts that combat violence in their communities and their facilities. Violence has become a major public health and safety issue for nearly everyone in our country. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
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Demonstrating Community Need As part of the Affordable Care Act, tax-exempt hospitals are required to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) once every three years. In 2019 and again in 2022, a CHNA was conducted and identified the greatest health needs in our community. The 2022 report includes a comprehensive assessment of Midland County, Texas. The analyses include a careful review of the most current health data available, demographics and input from numerous community representat...
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If you are unable to attend a tour in person, you can watch one of the videos below of our Labor and Delivery unit. https://www.midlandhealth.org/main/pediatrics-and-womens-services or on our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/eloqBAsnLOs Or email the address below to have the link sent to your email. Please contact Lorie in Childbirth Education with any questions at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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Labor & Delivery Tour is currently virtual. You can view the video here: https://www.midlandhealth.org/main/pediatrics-and-womens-services or on our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/eloqBAsnLOs Or email the address below to have the link sent to your email. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education with any questions at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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This virtual two-hour class is designed for moms who have lost a baby during a previous pregnancy and are currently pregnant. Your loss may have been during pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum or during the first year of your baby’s life. During class we will discuss triggers (things that bring up feelings of sadness and anxiety), coping mechanisms, self-care, and mental health resources. A mental health specialist will be available. This class is a safe environment to talk about things you and your sup...
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Bariatric surgery, a medical procedure aimed at helping individuals achieve weight loss, has become an increasingly popular option for those struggling with obesity. Weigh to Success at Midland Memorial Hospital is the premier bariatric program in the Permian Basin to help patients achieve their weight loss goals. Bariatric surgery typically involves altering the digestive system to promote weight loss through various methods, such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve. Weigh to Success offers both of th...
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If you are uninsured or have trouble paying for healthcare, Midland Health may be able to help through our financial partnerships and resources. In accordance with our mission and values, Midland Health is committed to caring for all people regardless of their ability to pay. The Financial Eligibility Office at Midland Memorial Hospital offers financial counseling and assistance to help address any financial concerns patients or families may have regarding their care. The Financial Eligibility Office pr...
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Changing our behavior is not easy. Unfortunately, when it comes to changing health behavior, we live with many fallacies that become reasons for discouragement and disappointment, ultimately affecting our self-esteem. Every January, millions of people pay for gym memberships only to “fall off the wagon” by mid-February. We now have more tools and devices at our disposal than ever that can help track our daily steps, food choices, sleep, fasting time and other activities. There is no lack of information ...
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June is Men's Health Month, a time for raising awareness about the health challenges men face and encouraging them to take proactive steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Originally established to address the disparity in health outcomes between men and women, this annual observance aims to promote wellness, encourage early detection of diseases, and highlight the importance of a balanced, healthy lifestyle for men of all ages. Although more males are born every year, by age 35, women outnumber men. This ...
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Midland Health Looks to the Future With dramatically lower numbers of acute and convalescing COVID-19 patients in the hospital, and large-scale testing and vaccination efforts behind us, Midland Health can focus on the future of healthcare in Midland for the first time in over a year. While we have a wide variety of projects underway, three major initiatives will do the most to shape our future. Master Facilities Plan Development of the Scharbauer Tower was intended to provide a long...
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When employers sponsor or attend job fairs, it is a fantastic way for you to hack the application process and give you an opportunity to distinguish yourself from other candidates. An employer will either attend a Job Fair as a part of an expo comprised of several employers at a convention center or host an individual Job Fair, in order to meet a high-volume of job seekers and look to arrange face-to-face interviews with top candidates. Employers are going to be assessing your interactions and your prep...
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2014 U.S. Olympic bobsled athlete, Johnny Quinn, will make an appearance at the Wellness Tour on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. The Midland Wellness Tour kicks-off at 8:30 a.m. at Centennial Plaza where Johnny Quinn, will join Mayor Jerry Morales, Midland Health president and CEO Russell Meyers and Midland ISD Superintendent Dr. Ryder Warren, as they declare the third Saturday in September as Midland's Healthy City Day. At 11:00 a.m., Johnny Quinn will speak inside of the Midland Center about what it takes t...
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The Total Joint Center, at Midland Memorial Hospital, recently received recognition from the Det Norske’ Veritas (DNV) Hip and Knee Replacement Certification, becoming fourth in the nation to receive this distinguished honor. This recognition comes four months after the Total Joint Center received designation from Blue Cross Blue Shield as being a Blue Distinction Center+ for hip and knee replacements. The Total Joint Center is excited to be a recognized as a center of excellence with DNV, along with be...
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The purpose of Release of Information is to provide copies of patient records to various requesters (i.e. patients, attorneys, insurance companies, etc.) for varied reasons. When writing to obtain copies of records, please provide us with the following information: The patient’s name at treatment Patient’s date of birth Patient’s Social Security number The date(s) of treatment Exact information from the date(s) of treatment Where the information should be sent Purpose of request Sign and date the reques...
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The National Quality Forum has selected Midland Health's Padmaja Patel to serve on its 2022 Leadership Consortium. Patel currently serves as the medical director of the Lifestyle Medicine Center at Midland Health and has been an advocate for offering a variety of comprehensive lifestyle intervention programs under physician supervision. Patel also has been awarded the prestigious status of fellow of ACLM for her outstanding achievement in the field of lifestyle medicine, according to Midland Health. She...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to become one of the first hospitals in West Texas to be a designated Baby Box Co. distribution center. Baby Everly of Odessa, TX was the first baby at MMH to receive a Baby Box. The purpose of these boxes is to educate new parents on safe sleep practices and to provide infants with a safe sleep space in an effort to reduce SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Baby Boxes can be used for the baby's first five to six months of life and are to be placed either on the floo...
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In October, organizations and individuals worldwide unite to raise awareness about the global importance of understandable health information. Health literacy is more than literacy. It includes one's ability to think critically, make health decisions, and take action. The impact of poor health literacy on our community is significant, leading to less-than-desirable health outcomes, increased healthcare costs for individuals, and strain on our healthcare system. Healthcare professionals and community memb...
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September 16 th –20 th is Malnutrition awareness week. In Midland, the challenge of maintaining proper nutrition is compounded by the area's status as a food desert. The USDA defines a food desert as an area where a large portion of the population has limited access to a variety of healthy and affordable food options. Many parts of the Permian Basin qualify as food deserts. This means residents, especially those without reliable transportation, struggle to access fresh fruits, vegetables, and other nutr...
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Nurses, the lifeblood of our healthcare systems, are in increasingly short supply signaling a code red for the Texas Legislature currently meeting in Austin. If you or a family member need or will need care in a Texas hospital, nursing home, home care program, clinic, rehabilitation or behavioral health hospital, the State Comptroller warns the shortage might affect the timely availability of that care. The stresses of the pandemic and retirement of baby-boomer age nurses have left the healthcare system...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Diagnostic Sleep Center recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). “The American Academy of Sleep Medicine c ongratulates Midland Memorial Hospital on meeting the high standards required to earn accreditation as a sleep disorders center,” said Dr. Jennifer Martin, AASM president. “Midland Memorial Hospital is an important resource for the local community and will provide the highest quality care for people who have slee...
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Pivot First, Quit When You're Ready. Written by: Pivot That’s right. Don’t quit smoking today*. But today is the Great American Smokeout! Isn’t quitting today the whole point? Well, not exactly. Understanding why is really important for you and/or the people who smoke in your life. So, read on... The American Cancer Society has been running the Great American Smokeout (GASO) for over 40 years. GASO began as a campaign to encourage people who smoke to quit for one day, cold turkey. It wa...
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Healthcare workers are 5 times more likely to experience an injury from workplace violence than other professions. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines workplace violence as “any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site.” The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported for the 2-year period 2021-2022 healthcare and social assistance workers experienced the highest number of workplace violen...
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Identification of household members (all that apply will be required): The head of household and spouse (if applicable) will need to provide picture identification Birth certificates for children under 18 (will accept copies from hospital, courthouse or TDHS) Social Security cards for everyone in household Residency Verification Proof of residency may include but is not limited to: Current utility bill (such as water, gas or electricity) Most current property tax receipt Current rent receipt or lease ag...
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The health of a community is unique. A thumbprint of its make-up, it tells the story of the many unique and wonderful facets housed within its borders as well as opportunities for growth. Midland Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every four years to survey the overall health of Midland County. The CHNA for fiscal years 2020-2022 was completed in August 2019. The assessment included an extensive health data collection process and interview methodology. The results of ...
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Midland Health is proud to provide community members with accessible locations to practice a healthier lifestyle by growing their own fresh produce. The Midland Health Community Garden first opened on August 13, 2016. The garden is approximately 13,000 sq. ft. and features 34 individual plots, 2 keyhole gardens and 3 wheelchair-accessible raised planters. The garden is located on the Northeast corner of the F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center (formally known as West Campus) at 4214 Andrews Highway. For info...
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Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code, also known as the Public Information Act (PIA), gives the public the right to access certain government records. The PIA also establishes procedures that governmental bodies must follow when responding to open records requests. Public Information Act Handbook 2024 HOW TO OBTAIN RECORDS RELATED TO MIDLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL If you would like to request records related to MMH’s operations under the Public Information Act, please do the following: Describe the docum...
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Midland Health has adopted the vision statement that Midland will be the healthiest community in Texas. With that in mind, please spend a few minutes and consider men's health and the relationship to the health of our community. According to national health statistics, men die roughly five years earlier than do women. In 2019, 30 million women and 24.1 million men were aged 65 and older. That's 125 women for every 100 men. At age 85 and older, this ratio increased to 178 women for every 100 men 2020 Pro...
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To help you understand what to expect during an emergency department (ED) visit, we have provided answers to some commonly asked questions. En Español Questions: Why do patients have to wait for treatment in the emergency department? Why are some patients seen before others? What is triage? How long does it take to get laboratory and radiology results? Who will be caring for me? What happens to me after discharge from the ED? What is the difference between treatment received in an ED versus treatment in...
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