DeTar Hospital North’s Women & Children’s Center is proud to share a big success: Last month, not a single low-risk, first-time mom needed a C-section. That means more moms were able to have vaginal births, which often means faster recovery, fewer complications and healthier babies. C-sections can be necessary in some cases, but for healthy, low-risk pregnancies, avoiding surgery is often better for both mom and baby. This progress supports national goals to lower unnecessary C-sections and promote ... ... Read More

DeTar Healthcare System is proud to celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week from April 20-26, 2025, recognizing the essential contributions of clinical laboratory personnel in patient care and medical diagnostics. Now in its 50th year, MLPW serves as a national observance to raise awareness about the vital role laboratory professionals play in healthcare. Established in 1975 as National Medical Laboratory Week, this annual celebration is organized by a collaborative committee of 18 national clin... ... Read More

April is National Occupational Therapy Month, and DeTar Healthcare System is proud to shine a spotlight on the vital role of occupational therapy in helping individuals regain independence, function, and quality of life, specifically the outpatient occupational therapy team. In recognition of this month, DeTar is raising awareness about the specialized outpatient occupational therapy services available at its Laurent and Springwood locations in Victoria. DeTar’s outpatient occupational therapists work c... ... Read More

This April, DeTar Healthcare System proudly celebrates Occupational Therapy Month, recognizing the dedicated professionals who help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life through customized therapy. Occupational therapy (OT) focuses on helping individuals of all ages perform daily activities after illness, injury, or disability. Whether recovering from a stroke, managing arthritis, or adapting to new physical challenges, occupational therapists provide personalized interventions ... ... Read More

DeTar Healthcare System is thrilled to announce the success of the Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive, which collected an incredible 4,200 jars of peanut butter for the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent (FBGC). This initiative, aimed at addressing food insecurity across 11 counties, was met with overwhelming support from the Crossroads community. "Peanut butter is one of the most requested yet least donated items at food banks due to its nutritional value and long shelf life,” said Bernard Leger, CEO of De... ... Read More

On behalf of DeTar Healthcare System, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Crossroads community for the overwhelming support of DeTar’s Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. Thanks to your generosity, we collected an incredible 4,200 jars of peanut butter for the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent (FBGC), helping provide a crucial source of nutrition to families in need across 11 counties. Peanut butter is one of the most requested items at food banks due to its nutritional value, long shelf l... ... Read More

In honor of Doctors' Day on March 30, DeTar Healthcare System chose to give back to the community by making charitable contributions instead of traditional gifts to its medical staff. As part of its ongoing commitment to fostering future healthcare professionals, DeTar donated a total of $6,000 to support local initiatives. Of that amount, $5,000 was awarded to the VISD Education Foundation to help fund a healthcare career development program for high school students. The grant will provide students wit... ... Read More

Victoria, TX – Cuero Regional Hospital, in collaboration with DeTar Healthcare System, recently conducted a STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) Drill to enhance emergency response capabilities for severe heart attack patients. The drill provided a realistic simulation to test coordination between emergency medical teams and hospital departments, ensuring patients receive the fastest, most effective care possible. According to the metrics set by the American College of Cardiology and the American ... ... Read More

DeTar Medical Group announces that Family Nurse Practitioner Jared Nielson, FNP-C, will be relocating from 510 E. Rio Grande St. to DeTar on Demand, located at 9006 N. Navarro, Suite B, to better serve his patients. This move will be effective April 7th. With this relocation, a new phone number is also available for appointments: 361-485-0099. Patients can also schedule online at mydetardoctor.com . Mr. Nielson is board certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and is dedicated to pro... ... Read More

Each year on Doctors’ Day, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for our community. At DeTar Healthcare System, we believe the best way to honor our doctors is by making a meaningful impact in the community they serve. That’s why, instead of traditional gifts, we’ve chosen to give back through charitable contributions that reflect our mission of improving lives beyond hospital walls. This year, we proudly donated $1,000 to the Jars of Lo... ... Read More