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Eight BSA Nurses Named as the Panhandle’s Greatest
Read more: Eight BSA Nurses Named as the Panhandle’s GreatestAMARILLO, TX (November 3, 2022) – Eight BSA Health System nurses have been recognized by the Texas Nurses Association for their exceptional nursing practices and service to the community. They will be honored at the Panhandle Great 25 Nurses celebration at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown tonight. The recipients are: “Each of these eight nurses are…
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BSA Exceeds Surgical Milestones
Read more: BSA Exceeds Surgical MilestonesAMARILLO, TEXAS (September 27, 2022) – BSA Health System recently exceeded two surgical milestones utilizing the da Vinci® Xi™ robotic system, with the 10,000th procedure being performed at BSA Hospital and BSA Amarillo Surgical Group’s Dr. Shane Holloway performing his 1,000th procedure. The da Vinci® Xi™ is a state-of-the-art robotics platform that is used for gynecologic, urologic,…
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BSA Harrington Cancer Center Commemorates Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Read more: BSA Harrington Cancer Center Commemorates Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthAMARILLO, TEXAS (September 22, 2022) – In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, BSA Harrington Cancer Center hosted a community event to raise awareness of childhood cancers and local treatment options. “There are more than 15,000 new childhood cancer diagnoses worldwide each year,” said Dr. Jeffery Hanrahan, BSA Harrington Cancer Center Pediatric Hematologist and Oncologist. “It’s…
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Questions & Answers about Breastfeeding
Read more: Questions & Answers about BreastfeedingAre you a first-time mom with lots of questions about breastfeeding? We asked Tiffany Bateman, RN, BSA, IBCLC, who has led the BSA lactation program since 2000, to answer a few of the most popular questions about breastfeeding. Which is better for my baby – formula or breast milk? Breastmilk is better for babies since…
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Top 100 Hospitals
Read more: Top 100 HospitalsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sharon Gongora, BSA Health System Phone: 806-212-0887 (office) sharon.gongora@bsahs.org BSA Hospital Named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® List Annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience and financial health AMARILLO, TEXAS (July 6, 2022) – BSA Hospital has been named this week to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top…
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U.S. News and World Report 2022-2023
Read more: U.S. News and World Report 2022-2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sharon Gongora, BSA Health System 806-212-0887 sharon.gongora@bsahs.org BSA Named Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report BSA Ranked No. 24 in Texas and Recognized as a High Performing Hospital AMARILLO, TEXAS (August 3, 2022)– BSA Health System (BSA) was named Best Regional Hospital in the Panhandle Plains region and ranked No.…
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Mammo Party makes it easier for first-time mammograms
Read more: Mammo Party makes it easier for first-time mammogramsBSA Harrington Breast Center recently held its annual Mammo Party, a community event that emphasizes the importance for women 40 years and older to get an annual mammogram. Participants received a mammogram and enjoyed some fun festivities, goody bags, scrumptious treats and a drawing for door prizes. Assistant District Attorney of Randall County and Amarillo…
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BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022
Read more: BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022We’re growing our team committed to providing the safest care for our patients, their families and one another. Here, you will build a rewarding career and make a difference in the lives of others. We are now hiring RNs, respiratory therapists, patient care techs and more. As a valued team member, you can be confident…
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Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health System
Read more: Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health SystemAMARILLO, TEXAS (April 7, 2022) – Michael Cruz has been named chief executive officer (CEO) at BSA Health System. Cruz first joined BSA as vice president of operations in 2003, later becoming chief operating officer (COO). “Michael has a deep understanding of BSA and its outstanding culture of caring. He has spearheaded major growth strategies and…
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‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR Tips
Read more: ‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR TipsIt happens so quickly. You are outside walking down the street when you notice someone nearby collapses to the ground. The person is likely experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA): the abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness. What should you do? To perform Hands-Only CPR, place the heel of one hand on the breastbone,…
