For Dr. Kimberly Middleton, being a doctor was something she had her heart set on for as long as she could remember. Spending days and nights visiting her nephew as he battled sickle cell anemia made her want to do something that could help her nephew and other people like him who were struggling with
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which provides a great opportunity to review, refresh, and expand your knowledge on breast cancer. Breast cancer largely affects women and if diagnosed in the early stages, it can be treatable. It is important to be aware of the risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer to be able
You may have heard the news about Denton’s new transit option, GoZone. But what is it? And how does it work? We’ve gathered up all the info you need to answer those questions and see how GoZone might work for you. What is GoZone? GoZone is DCTA’s new on-demand rideshare service. It works similarly to
It’s vital to seek regular testing, especially if you have any concerns. Our expert physicians and specialists are here for you. We offer comprehensive care and a wide range of disease management services, including screening, prevention, support, and personalized treatment plans to help individuals live healthily and happily for many years to come. And
When it comes to providing a perspective on the care received at a health center, there’s nobody quite like the patients themselves. When Belinda Hernandez first came to Health Services of North Texas as a patient in 2020, she was reeling from an unexpected HIV diagnosis. “I was just completely shocked, you know,” Belinda said.
Ideally, adults can visit their health care facilities at least once a year to have their medical checkups, but it may be more depending on the level of your care. Regular visits to your provider are crucial to maintaining optimal health and a great opportunity to check on your medications and lifestyle. If you are
Health Service of North Texas welcomes Dr. Achala Ellepola, M.D., F.A.A.P., to our Pediatric Team. Dr. Ellepola, M.D., F.A.A.P. brings with her 25 years of pediatric experience and the expertise that comes along with being a lifelong learner of medicine, a practitioner of medicine, and a parent of three grown children. “Pediatrics is very rewarding
As of August 16th, Health Services of North Texas in Plano, also known as the Collin County Center, has moved to a new location! With three compassionate providers and expanded services, we’re poised to make an even bigger impact on the lives of families in Plano. The new health center is conveniently located at 5501
If you’ve been following the news on COVID-19 lately, you probably know about the “Delta variant,” a more contagious and dangerous strain of the virus that’s become the leading variant in the United States. As of July 20th, it now accounts for 83% of all new COVID-19 cases. Despite these numbers, if you’re vaccinated there’s
Bringing home your baby can be an exciting and nervous time in your life. At Health Services of North Texas and Wylie Children’s Medical Clinic, our goal is to offer newborn care in the easiest and most efficient way possible. During your child’s first pediatric visit, our team will take extra care and assess the