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ANONYMOUS DONOR PROVIDES MATCHING FUNDS FOR TICKETS TO REMBERING CAMELOT RECEPTION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nov. 6 2013 MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Clay DeStefano 512-753-3603clay.destefano@ahss.org ANONYMOUS DONOR PROVIDES MATCHING FUNDS FOR TICKETS TO REMBERING CAMELOT RECEPTION SAN MARCOS, TX – Citing a lifelong love of all things Kennedy, an anonymous donor from outside the region has pledged to provide 50 percent of the cost of admission to the upcoming Remembering Camelot Reception and Full Exhibit on Nov. 16 at the Embassy Suites
CTMC TO HOST DONOR APPRECIATION LUNCHEON NOV. 19
SAN MARCOS, TX – In honor of National Philanthropy Month, Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will host its “Giving Thanks” Donor Appreciation Luncheon on Nov. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the CTMC Healing Garden. Local philanthropists John and Chloe Navarrette will be honorary guests at the luncheon. In addition, guests at the event may view CTMC’s updated Donor Recognition Wall. The wall, which runs along the corridor between the hospital’s main lobby and back wing, is a colorful display that
Confessions of a Curator: Remembering Camelot exhibit will mimic JFK's final resting place
CONFESSIONS OF A CURATOR: REMEMBERING CAMELOT EXHIBIT WILL MIMIC KENNEDY’S FINAL RESTING PLACEFrom glamorous to intensely serious, Jacques Lowe, John F. Kennedy’s personal photographer, captured the real-life moments of JFK’s campaign, family life and White House. Unfortunately, the negatives to Lowe’s photographs were stored in a bank vault at the World Trade Center and destroyed in the tragic events on Sept. 11, 2001. Uber-Kennedy collector and Houston resident Frank Harvey developed a friendship with
CTMC invites community to participate in CREATION Health Fitness Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC INVITES COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN CREATION HEALTH FITNESS CHALLENGE Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will host its CREATION Health Fitness Challenge on Sunday, Nov. 10 from 9 to 11 a.m., rain or shine, at the CREATION Health Walking Trail that circles the hospital at 1301 Wonder World Drive in San Marcos. “Whether you’re already in shape, looking
Aesthetic Center Open House to feature valuable door prizes and reduced prices on products
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 18, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org THERE’S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP FOR AESTHETIC CENTER OPEN HOUSE OCT. 22Event to feature valuable door prizes and reduced prices on products The Aesthetic Center at Live Oak Health Partners invites all ladies to attend its fall reception, taking place on Oct. 22 from 5:30 to
CTMC's 21st annual Stars of Texas Gala draws record crowd, proceeds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’S 21ST ANNUAL STARS OF TEXAS GALA DRAWS RECORD CROWD, PROCEEDS SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center’s (CTMC) 21st annual Stars of Texas Gala was a record-setting occasion. Hays County’s premiere black tie event took place on Oct. 13 and drew 518
CTMC's next free healthy cooking demo will feature healthier versions of Thanksgiving side dishes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’S NEXT FREE HEALTHY COOKING DEMO WILL FEATURE HEALTHIER VERSIONS OF THANKSGIVING SIDE DISHES SAN MARCOS, TX – The Dietary and Nutrition Team at Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will present its latest free healthy cooking demonstration on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CTMC Community Classroom. The event will teach
Evenings with the Songwriter in Lockhart
NEWS RELEASE October 17, 2013 contact Fletcher Clark FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEfletcherclark3@austin.rr.com / 512.376.0340 EveningsWithSongwriter.comKaren Abrahams is Lockhart's Guest Songwriter(Lockhart) The historic Dr. Eugene Clark Library continues its series, Evenings with the Songwriter, with Texas singer-songwriter Karen Abrahams, Tuesday, October 29, 7:00pm. Hosted by Fletcher Clark, the Library series occurs on the last Tuesday of each month, now in its third season. Focusing on songwriting as a
CTMC to host 5th annual free Diabetes Dialogue Day
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 14, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO HOST 5TH ANNUAL FREE DIABETES DIALOGUE DAY SAN MARCOS, TX – More than 25 million children and adults in the United States are living with diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. That’s 8.3 percent of the
Peace Corps Associate Director Helen Lowman will speak at once-in-a-lifetime JFK exhibit
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Clay DeStefano512-753-3603 clay.destefano@ahss.org PEACE CORPS ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR WILL RETURN TO HOMETOWNSan Marcos native Helen Lowman to speak at once-in-a-lifetime JFK exhibitSAN MARCOS, TX – One of John F. Kennedy’s first and most influential accomplishments as 35th President of the United States was working with Congress to create the Peace Corps, which has sent more than 200,000 volunteers to serve in underdeveloped countries since 1961.Today San Marcos
It's Glow Time: Aesthetic Center at Live Oak Health Partners to host open house Oct. 22
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org IT’S GLOW TIME: AESTHETIC CENTER AT LIVE OAK HEALTH PARTNERS TO HOST OPEN HOUSE OCT. 22 SAN MARCOS, TX – The Aesthetic Center at Live Oak Health Partners invites all ladies to attend its fall reception, taking place on Oct. 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the CTMC Community Classroom at 1301 Wonder World Drive. “It’s Glow Time” will offer Hors
Oct. 4 is last day to buy Stars of Texas Gala tickets
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 26, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org OCT. 4 IS LAST DAY TO BUY STARS OF TEXAS GALA TICKETS SAN MARCOS, TX – The deadline is fast approaching to buy tickets for Central Texas Medical Center’s 21st annual Stars of Texas Gala, happening on Oct. 13 at Embassy Suites Hotel, Spa & Conference Center in San Marcos. Hays County’s premiere black
The connection behind the collection: Frank Harvey's relationship with JFK's personal photographer
Sept. 18, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Clay DeStefano512-753-3603 clay.destefano@ahss.org THE CONNECTION BEHIND THE COLLECTIONFrank Harvey’s relationship with JFK’s personal photographerAs a teenager who worked on the Kennedy campaign in 1960, Houston resident Frank Harvey became a lover of all things related to JFK. In the 1990s, he began what is now a very serious collection of JFK artifacts and memorabilia that naturally led him to reach out to Jacques Lowe, JFK’s personal
CTMC enters life-saving partnership with the Texas Cord Blood Bank
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 30, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org Janice Carpio, Texas Cord Blood Bank (210) 731-5519 CTMC ENTERS LIFE-SAVING PARTNERSHIP WITH THE TEXAS CORD BLOOD BANK SAN MARCOS, TX — On Sept. 16, Central Texas Medical Center (CMTC) began collecting cord blood units in a life-saving partnership with the Texas Cord Blood Bank (TCBB). The TCBB, a program of GenCure, is a nonprofit program established by the Texas legislature in
Cardiac rehabilitation now available at CTMC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 23, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTRachel Nelson (512) 753-3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CARDIAC REHABILITATION NOW AVAILABLE AT CTMC SAN MARCOS, TX – Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for residents in Hays County. That’s why in the past few years, Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) has made significant strides in its ability to diagnose and treat cardiac patients close to home. The hospital recently added
5-week 'Dinner and Grief: Life After Loss' support group program begins on Sept. 30
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 23, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT: Abel RodriguezAbel.Rodriguez@ahss.org JOIN CTMC HOSPICE CARE FOR FREE ‘DINNER AND GRIEF: LIFE AFTER LOSS’ SUPPORT GROUP PROGRAMSAN MARCOS, TX – How do you deal with your grief when you are struggling to understand it? The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Family Grief Center invites the community to participate in its “Dinner and Grief: Life After Loss” support group program.Life After
Diabetes the focus of 2 free upcoming events at CTMC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 17, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org DIABETES THE FOCUS OF 2 FREE UPCOMING EVENTS AT CTMC SAN MARCOS, TX – Are you a diabetic who is unsure about taking insulin? Diabetes patient Steve Willie knows that fear and uncertainty first-hand and will soon deliver a free, one-hour education
Stars of Texas Gala auction will feature 2 tickets to George Strait's final concert and more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 16, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org STARS OF TEXAS GALA AUCTION WILL FEATURE 2 TICKETS TO GEORGE STRAIT’S FINAL CONCERT AND MORE SAN MARCOS, TX – Those who attend this year’s Stars of Texas Gala on Sunday, Oct. 13 will have a chance to bid on two tickets to George Strait’s final concert in Dallas, which will conclude the
Endocrinologist joins Live Oak Health Partners
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 11, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org ENDOCRINOLOGIST JOINS LIVE OAK HEALTH PARTNERSSAN MARCOS, TX – Dorota Malinowski, MD, a board certified endocrinologist, recently joined Live Oak Health Partners Specialty Care physicians group. As the only endocrinologist currently practicing in San
School Fuel program provides weekend nutrition to more than 200 students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 10, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org SCHOOL FUEL PROGRAM PROVIDES WEEKEND NUTRITION TO MORE THAN 200 STUDENTS SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) recently partnered with the San Marcos First Baptist Church (FBC) on its School Fuel Program, which strives to feed at-risk elementary school children on weekends when
CTMC's growing 'Pink' events will include expanded mammogram opportunities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 9, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’S GROWING ‘PINK’ EVENTS WILL INCLUDE EXPANDED MAMMOGRAM OPPORTUNITIES SAN MARCOS, TX – In addition to Central Texas Medical Center’s (CTMC) growing “pink” initiatives and partnerships, this year the hospital will raise breast cancer awareness by
Seguin Woman delivers healthy baby boy in CTMC Women's Center parking lot
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org SEGUIN WOMAN DELIVERS HEALTHY BABY BOY IN CTMC WOMEN’S CENTER PARKING LOT SAN MARCOS, TX – Before today, Trina Chandler thought vehicular childbirth only happened in the movies. After going into labor at 5:15 a.m., she and her husband, Irvin, dropped their two children off at school and headed to the hospital. “My water broke at the stop light,”
CTMC Rehabilitation Institute to offer FREE balance screening event on Sept. 4
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC REHABILITATION INSTITUTE TO OFFER FREE BALANCE SCREENING EVENT ON SEPT. 4 SAN MARCOS, TX – Do you experience unsteadiness, near falls or frequent falls? The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Rehabilitation Institute will host a free balance screening event on Wednesday, Sept. 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. The free 20-minute screening includes blood pressure
Lifetime Journeys: Free cancer support group for and beyond remission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 19, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Abel Rodriguez 512.754.0322abel.rodriguez@ahss.org LIFETIME JOURNEYS: FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP FOR BEFORE AND BEYOND REMISSION SAN MARCOS, TX – The CTMC Family Grief Center understands that grief comes in many forms. Having a diagnosis of cancer not only affects you physically but emotionally as well. The CTMC Family Grief Center’s support program, Lifetime Journeys, assists patients, families and
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With the 50th anniversary of JFK’s assassination on the horizon, the once-in-a-lifetime Remembering Camelot exhibit in San Marcos will provide an unforgettable experience to all who witness it. Learn more at www.rememberingcamelot.com. Your publication may also be interested in the following stories associated with this extraordinary exhibit: · Frank Harvey and Jacques Lowe: The connection behind the collection· True Vineyard Ministries: Women empowering women a world away·
Independence Voice-A closer look at the unemployment picture
We received mixed news on the economy this month. On the one hand, real estate prices are up, GDP growth has improved, and the headline unemployment rate fell to 7.4%. On the other hand, a more detailed look at the unemployment situation reveals that we still have a long way to go to full recovery nationally. Unemployment has improved but seems to be stuck at 7.4% nationally. Texas is faring better – the state unemployment rate is at 6.5%, Austin 5.4%, Houston 6.1%, DFW 6.6%, and San Antonio 6.7%. In
Join CTMC Hospice Care for FREE 'Dinner and Grief: Life After Loss' support group program
JOIN CTMC HOSPICE CARE FOR FREE ‘DINNER AND GRIEF: LIFE AFTER LOSS’ SUPPORT GROUP PROGRAMSAN MARCOS, TX – How do you deal with your grief when you are struggling to understand it? The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Family Grief Center invites the community to participate in its “Dinner and Grief: Life After Loss” support group program.Life After Loss is a program designed by the American Cancer Society to help bereaved people better understand the process of their grief and how to live through it in a
Learn more about CREATION Health lifestyle at free, upcoming series
August 13, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CREATION HEALTH LIFESTYLE AT FREE, UPCOMING SERIES SAN MARCOS, TX – The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Institute for Healthy Living will soon educate the community about the 8 wellness principles that have been proven to increase longevity and quality of life. A free, 9-week-long CREATION Health series will kick off on Thursday, Aug. 29 and take place every consecutive
Umoveit-Wecleanit Enterprises-2013 Austin Award
Our members are being recognized for top service! This email was sent to Sheri Marshall, Owner of Umoveit-Wecleanit Enterprises. "A notification email was sent to you earlier this year announcing that the Austin Award Program has chosen Umoveit-Wecleanit Enterprises for the 2013 Austin Awards in the House Cleaning classification. For most companies, this recognition is a result of your dedication and efforts as well as the work of others in your organization that have helped build your
Celebrate Senior Citizens Day at CTMC's free Senior Day Dance Aug. 21
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.Nelson2@ahss.org CELEBRATE SENIOR CITIZENS DAY AT CTMC’S FREE SENIOR DAY DANCE AUG. 21 SAN MARCOS, TX – Aug. 21 is recognized as National Senior Citizens Day, and Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) is encouraging a healthy celebration of activity, light refreshments and developing more interpersonal relationships by hosting the free Senior Day Dance from 2
CTMC recognizes junior volunteers at awards ceremony
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC RECOGNIZES JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS AT AWARDS CEREMONY SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) honored its summer 2013 junior volunteers at a special awards ceremony Aug. 7. During June and July, a group of 36 community high school students put in a total of 1,321 hours, working alongside CTMC auxiliary volunteers and staff members to assist
West, Texas fire chief will be honored at CTMC's 9-11 Memorial Luncheon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org WEST, TEXAS FIRE CHIEF WILL BE HONORED AT CTMC’S ANNUAL 9-11 MEMORIAL LUNCHEON SAN MARCOS, TX — When a disaster or a crisis strikes our country, there is no hesitation. First responders are there to help. These brave men and women risk their lives every day to save ours. Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will welcome City of West, Texas’
Six Months of Change-Independence Voice
By now it is apparent that the real estate recovery is in full effect in most areas, and that means more of you are hopping off the fence to buy or list a home. To say that the housing market is a different place than it was just six months ago is an understatement. So what has changed? Homes and real estate in most channels are more expensive If you have not been paying attention to real estate trends, then you may not be aware of the dramatic gains in real estate and housing over the last six
RN Bridge scholarships will help 2 CTMC LVNs pursue higher education
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 31, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org RN BRIDGE SCHOLARSHIPS WILL HELP 2 CTMC LVNS PURSUE HIGHER EDUCATION SAN MARCOS, TX – Two of CTMC’s (Central Texas Medical Center) Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) have been awarded scholarships from Career Point College in San Antonio to receive their Registered Nurse (RN) degrees. Azalea Canales and Kathleen Fannon will each receive $25,000 to
Once-in-a-lifetime' JFK collection coming to San Marcos
July 24, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Clay DeStefano512-753-3603 clay.destefano@ahss.org ‘ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME’ JFK COLLECTION COMING TO SAN MARCOS SAN MARCOS, TX – With the 50th anniversary of president John F. Kennedy’s assassination on the horizon, True Vineyard Ministries (TVM) and uber Kennedy collector Frank Harvey are teaming up to bring a rare collection to San Marcos that will give viewers a true taste of Camelot. Remembering Camelot Through the Lens of Jacques Lowe – the
Let your taste buds run wild, Taste of Hays County
‘Let your taste buds run wild’ The annual Taste of Hays County boasts a fourth year of great food and fun. This event is a culmination of all of the great “tastes” Hays County has to offer; the divine food, native musical talent, local commerce and silent auction filled with items from local merchants all in benefit of United Way of Hays County, local non-profit that promotes safe, independent and healthy lives for area families. The 4th Annual Taste of Hays County is set on August 17 at Duchman Family
Live Oak Health Partners launches hearing center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-353-6400rachel.nelson2@ahss.org LIVE OAK HEALTH PARTNERS LAUNCHES HEARING CENTER SAN MARCOS, TX – Live Oak Health Partners (LOHP), Central Texas Medical Center’s (CTMC) wholly-owned primary and specialty care physician’s group, has expanded once again, this time introducing hearing services to the community. Jasmine Burrington, a clinical doctor of audiology, will see
Evenings with Songwriter in Lockhart
contact Fletcher Clark FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEfletcherclark3@austin.rr.com / 512.376.0340 EveningsWithSongwriter.comSongwriter Series Features Paula Held(Lockhart) The historic Dr. Eugene Clark Library continues its series, Evenings with the Songwriter, with guest Paula Held, Tuesday, July 30, 7:00pm. Hosted by Fletcher Clark now in its third season, the Library series occurs on the last Tuesday of each month. Focusing on songwriting as a literary form, guests present their songs and discuss them and their
There's something for everyone at ''BabyFest''
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 18, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT ‘BABYFEST’ SAN MARCOS, TX – Moms, dads and kids will all enjoy Central Texas Medical Center’s (CTMC) 4th annual BabyFest, taking place on Sunday, July 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the CTMC Main Lobby and central corridors of the CTMC Women’s Center. Besides participating in fun activities, families are invited to spend the
CTMC: One of health care's most wired hospitals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC: ONE OF HEALTH CARE’S MOST WIRED HOSPITALSAdventist Health System facilities, including CTMC receivedthe Most Wired designation for excellence in ITSAN MARCOS, TX — For the 15th year, Hospitals & Health Networks has named the Most Wired Hospitals and Health Systems, which is based on the Health Care’s Most Wired Survey. Adventist Health
Live Oak Walk-In Care to host grand opening event on July 15
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org LIVE OAK WALK-IN CARE TO HOST GRAND OPENING EVENT ON JULY 25 SAN MARCOS, TX – San Marcos has a new option for fast, affordable walk-in medical care. Live Oak Walk-In Care, located on the I-35 east access road near Wonder World Drive, will host an open in conjunction with a San Marcos Chamber ribbon cutting on July 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The
CTMC to present FREE creative and kid-friendly lunches and snacks healthy cooking demo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO PRESENT FREE CREATIVE AND KID-FRIENDLY LUNCHES AND SNACKS HEALTHY COOKING DEMO SAN MARCOS, TX – The Dietary and Nutrition Team at Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will present its latest free healthy cooking demonstration on August 7 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CTMC Community Classroom. The event will help guests prepare
Camp HeartSong helps children to 'let go'
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CAMP HEARTSONG HELPS CHILDREN TO ‘LET GO’ SAN MARCOS, TX – “My grief is like a river, I have to let it flow, but I myself determine just where the banks will go.” Much like the words of this poem by Cynthia Kelley, Camp HeartSong helps children to let go of their grief and find peace and comfort with their
CTMC's 4th annual 'BabyFest' to feature new activities for dads
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’S 4th ANNUAL ‘BABYFEST’ TO FEATURE NEW ACTIVITIES FOR DADS SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center’s 4th annual BabyFest is a great resource for new and expecting mothers, but there will also be fun new activities for dads and children at this year’s event. BabyFest will be held Sunday, July 28 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the CTMC Main Lobby
Construction begins on new Wimberley Medical Plaza
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON NEW WIMBERLEY MEDICAL PLAZA SAN MARCOS, TX – Construction is underway on the Wimberley Medical Plaza, a new medical office development with two buildings totaling 25,400 square feet in the heart of Wimberley. Initial operations are slated to begin in early 2014, and Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will offer a variety services at the
Community invited to attend Daylight Dance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org COMMUNITY INVITED TO ATTEND DAYLIGHT DANCE SAN MARCOS, TX – Research shows that dancing promotes balance and strength, as well as memory and brain function. Besides the well-documented mental and physical benefits, dancing also encourages interpersonal relationships, an essential part of optimal wellness.
Medical professionals encouraged to attend ICD-10 training dinner
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND ICD-10 TRAINING DINNER SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Central Texas Provider Network (CTPN) and the Texas Medical Association (TMA) will soon present a dinner and meeting for physicians, medical office managers, coding/billing personnel and other medical office personnel covering ICD-10 implementation. ICD-10
CTMC employees are among the most productive and engaged workforces in the world
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 10, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC EMPLOYEES ARE AMONG THE MOST PRODUCTIVE AND ENGAGED WORKFORCES IN THE WORLD SAN MARCOS, TX – Adventist Health System (AHS), which is comprised of 44 hospital campuses including Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC), has received the Gallup Great Workplace Award for the third year in a row, recognizing the
CTMC's CREATION Health Garden expands giving to local food bank
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’s CREATION HEALTH GARDEN EXPANDS GIVING TO LOCAL FOOD BANK SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) recently donated 18 pounds of fresh, organically grown vegetables to the Hays County Food Bank that were grown in the hospital’s CREATION Health Garden. The garden was planted in March with the intention of providing ongoing support to the Food Bank. According to Hays County Food Bank Community Relations
CTMC to host 4th annual 'BabyFest'
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMAITON CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO HOST 4th ANNUAL ‘BABYFEST’ SAN MARCOS, TX – Whether you’re a new mom, expecting or simply considering pregnancy this year, Central Texas Medical Center’s (CTMC) 4th annual BabyFest is a great way to become familiar with the latest in products and services for moms and babies. BabyFest will be held Sunday, July 28 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the
CTMC honors 11 outstanding area high school seniors with scholarships
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 30, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC HONORS 11 OUTSTANDING AREA HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS WITH SCHOLARSHIPS SAN MARCOS, TX – Because of their academic achievements, community involvement and future career goals, a total of 11 outstanding area high school seniors were awarded with a scholarship from Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) on May 23. Each of the following students were awarded
CTMC enhances green efforts with Single Stream Recycle Program
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC ENHANCES GREEN EFFORTS WITH SINGLE STREAM RECYCLE PROGRAM SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) recently became a little bit greener through the launch of a Single Stream Recycle Program, named for the fact that recyclable items do not have to be sorted. Glass, plastic, cans, paper and any item made out of recyclable material may be collected in one container. According to CTMC Director of
CTMC will host blood drive on May 31
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC WILL HOST BLOOD DRIVE ON MAY 31 SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will host its quarterly blood drive on Friday, May 31 from 7 a.m. – noon in CTMC’s Main Classroom. Those who want to donate may sign up online at www.inyourhands.org. Because of the continually increasing need for donations, the Blood Center of Central Texas encourages
360 Press Solutions Honored with Major Graphic Excellence Awards
360 Press Solutions, a Central Texas graphics communications company, was honored at an annual gala in Dallas hosted by the Printing and Imaging Association (PIA) of MidAmerica. Judges singled out 360 Press Solutions for 32 total awards, with 13 “Best of Category” and one high-ranking Silver award. Jason Tuggle, president of 360 Press Solutions, commented “Winning awards is a great high for our customers as well as for our employees. Our employees’ teamwork really shines throughout the year and
Women's Council grants impact 6 local non-profits
WOMEN’S COUNCIL GRANTS IMPACT 6 LOCAL NON-PROFITS San Marcos, TX – The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Women’s Council once again awarded impact grants to local non-profits that make a difference in the lives of women and children in Hays County. This year, six organizations received a portion of the available $16,000 in grant funding at the Council’s third annual Grants Award Ceremony on May 15. Established in 2010, the Women’s Council is a unique fundraising committee of the CTMC Foundation that
CTMC awarded Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACTRachel Nelson (512) 753-3616Rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC AWARDED ADVANCED CERTIFICATION FOR PRIMARY STROKE CENTER FROM THE JOINT COMMISSION SAN MARCOS, TX – The Joint Commission, in conjunction with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, recently recognized Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) with Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers.
CTMC Rehabilitation Institute to offer FREE balance screening event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC REHABILITATION INSTITUTE TO OFFER FREE BALANCE SCREENING EVENTSAN MARCOS, TX – Do you experience unsteadiness, near falls or frequent falls? The Central Texas Medical Centar (CTMC) Rehabilitation Institute will host a free balance screening event on Wednesday, June 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. The free 20-minute screening includes blood pressure readings in three
CTMC will again honor outstanding area students with scholarships
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC WILL AGAIN HONOR OUTSTANDING AREA STUDENTS WITH SCHOLARSHIPS SAN MARCOS, TX – Because of their academic achievements, community involvement and future career goals, a total of 11 outstanding area high school students from San Marcos, Hays, Wimberley, Lockhart and Lehman high schools will be awarded with a scholarship from Central Texas Medical
There's still time to get tickets to CTMC's Girls' Night Out event on May 16
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org THERE’S STILL TIME TO GET TICKETS TO CTMC’S GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT EVENT ON MAY 16 SAN MARCOS, TX – In celebration of Women’s Health Week, Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) invites area women to participate in an evening of hors d’oeuvres, wine and pampering. The Girls’ Night Out event will take place on Thursday, May 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Embassy Suites
CTMC to host one of many FREE upcoming area car seat inspections
CTMC TO HOST ONE OF MANY FREE AREA CAR SEAT INSPECTIONS SAN MARCOS, TX – There will be several opportunities throughout the rest of May to have your child’s car seat inspected at no cost by a certified technician. Here in San Marcos, the inspection will take place under the covered driveway at the Central Texas Medical Center Women’s Center on Tuesday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The service is free, but participants are encouraged to call (512) 393-5567 ahead of time to schedule an appointment. During
Camp HeartSong and Camp HeartSong, Too! still accepting applications
CAMP HEARTSONG AND CAMP HEARTSONG, TOO!STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS (San Marcos, TX) – CTMC Hospice Care is accepting applications for Camp HeartSong and Camp HeartSong, Too!. Camp HeartSong and Camp HeartSong, Too! are both summer bereavement camps sponsored by CTMC Hospice Care in San Marcos. These camps have been created to meet the special needs of children and adolescents who have experienced the death of a family member or significant person in their lives. The primary goal for both camps is
CTMC will once again award impact grants to local non-profits
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 6, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC WILL ONCE AGAIN AWARD IMPACT GRANTS TO LOCAL NON-PROFITS SAN MARCOS, TX – In the past two years, the Women’s Council of the Central Texas Medical Center Foundation has provided $37,000 of impact grants to area non-profits and community initiatives, and an additional $16,000 will be awarded this year. The third annual Women’s Council grant awards ceremony
CTMC to present FREE diabetes-friendly cooking demo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO PRESENT FREE HEALTHY COOKING DEMO:DIABETES-FRIENDLY MEALS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY SAN MARCOS, TX – The Dietary and Nutrition Team at Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will present its latest free healthy cooking demonstration on May 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CTMC Community Classroom. The
Community encouraged to attend National Day of Prayer activities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 23, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org COMMUNITY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER ACTIVITIES SAN MARCOS, TX – Since signed into law in 1952, Americans across the country have celebrated the National Day of Prayer, which encourages people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It is observed annually on the first Thursday in May. This year, Central Texas Medical Center
CTMC to host Cottage Kitchen lunch on May 3
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO HOST COTTAGE KITCHEN LUNCH ON MAY 3 SAN MARCOS, TX – See a glimpse of small town Americana feeding the souls of its community on Friday, May 3 as Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) hosts the Cottage Kitchen luncheon at the Charles S. Cock House Museum at 400 W. Hopkins Street from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The $7 lunch will
Live Oak Health Parters expanding specialty care services to Lockhart
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org LIVE OAK HEALTH PARNTERS EXPANDING SPECIALTY CARE SERVICES TO LOCKHART SAN MARCOS, TX – Live Oak Health Partners (LOHP) Specialty Care will soon open its Lockhart clinic, allowing some patients to remain local rather than travelling to surrounding cities for
CTMC to co-sponsor 2013 Chick Fil-A Leadercast event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512.753.3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC TO CO-SPONSOR 2013 CHICK FIL-A LEADERCAST EVENT SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC), along with McCoy Building Supply, will be presenting sponsors for the upcoming 2013 Chick Fil-A Leadercast “Simply Lead” event, taking place on Friday, May 10 from 7 a.m.
CTMC recognized by Leapfrog Group for full-term delivery practices
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC RECOGNIZED BY LEAPFROG GROUP FOR FULL-TERM DELIVERY PRACTICES SAN MARCOS, TX – Of hospitals that responded to the Leapfrog Group’s recent survey regarding early elected delivery rates, Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) was one of only three
CTMC's patient satisfaction scores continue to rise
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 16, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC’S PATIENT SATISFACTION SCORES CONTINUE TO RISE SAN MARCOS, TX – For the month of March 2013, all of the Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) patient experience objectives fell in the 75th percentile, marking a monumental achievement for the hospital. The data was collected from HCAHPS patient experience surveys that measure
Deadline Approaching for CTMC Scholarship Applications
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR CTMC SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS SAN MARCOS, TX – Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will once again honor the hard work of outstanding regional high school students with several $1,000 scholarships. The deadline to apply is Friday, March
CTMC Foundation Board Welcomes 2 New members to Executive Committee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC FOUNDATION BOARD WELCOMES 2 NEW MEMBERS TO EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SAN MARCOS, TX – The Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of two members to the board’s executive committee. Celena McGuill is the incoming chairperson, and Ela Anderson will serve as secretary. McGuill is a
Gear Up 10-Mile Run raises $9,000 for local scholarships
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 7, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson (512) 753-3616rachel.nelson2@ahss.org GEAR UP 10-MILE RUN RAISES $9,000 FOR LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS SAN MARCOS, TX – The San Marcos Manufacturers Association (SMMA), in partnership with Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC), raised approximately $9,000 when they presented the inaugural Gear Up 10-Mile Run at Tanger Outlet Center on Feb. 10. Funds raised will benefit local students with ambitions to pursue higher
Dr. Lance LeDoux joins Live Oak Health Partners
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson: 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org DR. LANCE LEDOUX JOINS LIVE OAK HEALTH PARTNERS SAN MARCOS, TX – Dr. Lance LeDoux recently joined Live Oak Health Partners’ (LOHP) specialty care team. He has 33 years of gynecologic experience and treats women and teens at the Live Oak clinic, providing annual exams,
Evenings of Song in Lockhart
February 19, 2013 contact Fletcher Clark FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 512.376.0340 fletcherclark3@austin.rr.com Evenings of Song Presents Terri Hendrix & Lloyd Maines (Lockhart) Producer Fletcher Clark’s Evenings of Song opens its 2013 season at Lockhart’s Gaslight-Baker Theatre, presenting Terri Hendrix & Lloyd Maines,
CTMC now offering Wellness Network channels
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Rachel Nelson 512-753-3616 rachel.nelson2@ahss.org CTMC NOW OFFERING WELLNESS NETWORK CHANNELS SAN MARCOS, TX –Keeping patients informed about health-related topics is one way Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) extends its mission. Recently, CTMC began offering patient
