Houston Methodist West Hospital

Houston Methodist West Hospital performs 100th TAVI procedure; Non-invasive heart procedures saves lives in Katy-West Houston area

Houston Methodist West Hospital successfully performed its 100th transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) procedure. This minimally invasive procedure is an alternative to open-heart surgery for patients diagnosed with aortic stenosis, a narrowing of the valve that obstructs blood flow and can lead to heart failure. The milestone procedure was performed by cardiothoracic surgeon Javier Lafuente, M.D., and interventional cardiologist Tariq Dayah, M.D. on a 64-year-old patient. The same physicians successfully performed the hospital’s first TAVI procedure just […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital Ranked as Top Performer For Quality Leadership

Houston Methodist West Hospital has been recognized as a top performer in the 2022 Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Ranking by Vizient, Inc. Houston Methodist West ranked No. 3 out of 148 hospitals in the Complex Care Medical Centers cohort to be recognized for demonstrating excellence in delivering high-quality care based on the Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking. “We are proud to receive recognition for providing patients with outstanding quality and safety results,” said Wayne […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital Breaks Ground On Next Phase Of Campus Expansion; Announces New Fulshear Location

147_HMW_MOB3GB_6May22 - Houston Methodist West Hospital Medical Office Building III groundbreaking ceremony May 6, 2022. (Photo by Richard Carson) ***DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS*** Download full resolution individual photos/videos by clicking the "down-facing arrow" below the preview image on the right hand side of the page. You will then be prompted to select a destination for the photo on your local computer. This cloud based gallery will be available for three months in order to enable you to download all of the photos to your computer for safe long term storage. While the gallery may be in the cloud for longer than this time you should endeavor to file and secure the photos for future use in whatever manner you deem appropriate.

Houston Methodist is expanding services on its West campus and across Katy. Houston Methodist West Hospital has launched the next phase of its master plan, anticipating the health care needs of the rapidly growing Katy and West Houston community. The $65 million expansion project includes a 150,000-square-foot, six-story medical office building that will house orthopedics and sports medicine on the top two floors and physical therapy on the ground floor. A sports field for physical […]

Learn How to Prepare, Prevent, and Connect in the event of an Emergency at Katy Area Safety Fest on April 23

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 23, and plan to attend the Katy Area Safety Fest at Katy Mills Mall, 5000 Katy Mills Circle, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A free, family-friendly festival featuring personnel, equipment, and activities from emergency response agencies serving the Greater Katy community, the Katy Area Safety Fest strives to provide education and resources to encourage safety preparedness. “Being familiar with what to do and who to call during an […]

Learn How to Prepare, Prevent, and Connect in the event of an Emergency at Katy Area Safety Fest on April 23

Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 23, and plan to attend the Katy Area Safety Fest at Katy Mills Mall, 5000 Katy Mills Circle, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A free, family-friendly festival featuring personnel, equipment, and activities from emergency response agencies serving the Greater Katy community, the Katy Area Safety Fest strives to provide education and resources to encourage safety preparedness. “Being familiar with what to do and who to call during an […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

Houston Methodist West Hospital opened its doors on December 17, 2010 with a goal of providing leading medicine to the Katy and West Houston areas. Upon opening, the hospital boasted 100 beds and 336 employees. However, it soon became evident that the rapidly growing area needed more. Today, Houston Methodist West has 239 beds and over 1,700 employees. “The growth of the hospital over the past ten years has been phenomenal,” said CEO Wayne Voss. […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital Offers New Minimally Invasive Treatment that Prevents Stroke

Houston Methodist West Hospital now offers an innovative new procedure called TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR), a minimally invasive and safe approach for patients at risk of stroke due to carotid artery disease. Carotid artery disease is a form of atherosclerosis, or a buildup of plaque, in the two main arteries in the neck that supply oxygen-rich blood to the brain. If left untreated, carotid artery disease can often lead to stroke; it is estimated to […]

18th Annual YMCA Turkey Dash

Event to be Held Virtually November 9-29, 2020 Providing Fitness, Fun and Holiday Fellowship safely for the Whole Family The Katy Area YMCA’s will host the 18th annual Turkey Dash presented by Houston Methodist West Hospital between November 9 and November 29, 2020. The race is virtual this year to ensure that families can continue their Thanksgiving tradition while staying safe and healthy. With four events to choose from, there’s something for everyone; a virtual 10K, […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital receives an “A” for patient safety in spring 2017 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

    The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization which assigns A, B, C, D and F letter grades to hospitals nationwide, yesterday released new Leapfrog Hospital Safety grades. Houston Methodist West was one of 823 hospitals to receive an “A” for its commitment to reducing errors, infections and accidents that can harm patients, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States. “We are proud to receive our second ‘A’ in a row from The […]

Houston Methodist West Hospital receives Chest Pain Center Accreditation

Houston Methodist West Hospital has received full Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The accreditation acknowledges Houston Methodist West’s expertise in dealing with patients who arrive with symptoms of a heart attack. “Houston Methodist West has been leading the way in cardiovascular care since we were first established,” said Vicki Brownewell, RN, Houston Methodist West’s chief nursing officer. “I’m proud of our team for continuing to deliver the best possible […]