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Getting a Colonoscopy Screening Could be a Life-Saving Decision

In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Month, Gastroenterology Specialist at BSA Amarillo Diagnostic Clinic, Dr. James Lusby, encourages everyone 50 and older to be screened regularly.

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer among men and women in the United States and takes more than 50,000 lives each year. If those 50 years and older were screened regularly, as many as 60 percent of deaths from colorectal cancer could be avoided.

Social Media's Impact on Eating Disorders

The statistics are alarming: At least 30 million people suffer from an eating disorder in the United States.

“The truth is, eating disorders are becoming more and more common and can affect an individual from any sex, age, race and economic class,” said Mary Ann Osborn, a Registered Dietitian at BSA Outpatient Therapy Services.

Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring at BSA

Do you know your score? The BSA Heart and Vascular Center is offering coronary artery calcium scoring for $100.

Coronary artery calcium scoring is a CT (X-Ray) scan that takes pictures of the coronary arteries to detect heart problems before heart attack symptoms occur.

Staying Heart Healthy While Pregnant

Maintaining a healthy heart during pregnancy is important due to the natural effects pregnancy has on the heart and circulatory system. Since the body is now circulating blood for two people instead of one, changes in blood volume, heart rate and blood pressure may occur. Adopting certain heart healthy habits can help lead to a successful pregnancy and birth.

Meet BSA’s New Cardiothoracic Surgeon

BSA Cardiothoracic Surgery would like to officially welcome Dr. Donald J. Robertson to BSA Health System.

Dr. Robertson completed his medical training at Texas Tech University School of Medicine and his Thoracic Surgery residency at the Baylor College of Medicine. With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Robertson is providing patients with expert diagnosis and treatment in cardiothoracic surgery.

Dr. Robertson’s path to cardiothoracic surgery began with a good book.

Amarillo Mother Reflects on a 9-1-1 Call That Saved her Son’s Life

Urgent Care Center vs. Emergency Room: What's the Difference?

You’re cutting fruit and you accidentally slice your finger. The pain isn’t terrible, but the cut looks deep and is bleeding badly. Do you visit the ER at BSA Hospital or head to BSA’s Urgent Care Center?

When urgent medical care is needed, knowing where to go can be a life-saving decision.

BSA Urgent Care Center

Amarillo Mother Donates Hope Boxes to Families Experiencing Great Loss

BSA Health System Offering Free Transportation to Voting Locations for Mobility-­‐Disabled Voters

AMARILLO, TX (October 26, 2018) -­‐ BSA Health System is offering free BSA MED+VAN transportation services to voting locations for mobility-­‐disabled citizens in Potter and Randall counties.

Transportation services to polling locations are available Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. now to November 2. To qualify for transportation, voters must be able to sit unassisted in a wheelchair, be registered to vote and have a photo I.D. for voting.

BSA Hospital and Amarillo Surgical Group Surgeons Perform the First TCAR Procedure in the Region

AMARILLO, TX (October 15, 2018)- BSA Hospital has teamed up with Amarillo Surgical Group surgeons to offer the first TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) procedure in the region. Dr. Chance Irwin and Dr. David Langley with Amarillo Surgical Group are the region’s first surgeons to perform TCAR surgeries, offering patients a safer way to reduce their risk of stroke. Both Dr. Irwin and Dr. Langley specialize in general, peripheral and vascular surgeries.