Castro County Healthcare Launches Pulmonary Rehabilitation Service
Castro County Healthcare has launched a new Pulmonary Rehabilitation program, expanding local rehabilitation services for patients living with chronic or ongoing breathing challenges. The medical service supports patients with conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, long COVID, pulmonary fibrosis, post-pneumonia recovery, and shortness of breath after hospitalization. Pulmonary rehabilitation may […]
Country View Living Spotlight: Maria Iracheta Garcia, Environmental Services
At Country View Living, part of Castro County Healthcare, every role plays an important part in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents. Maria Iracheta Garcia, who serves in Environmental Services, is a strong example of the dedication and dependability that help make daily care possible. Maria is known as a hard worker […]
Hospital Spotlight: Connie Garcia, Registration
At Plains Memorial Hospital, part of Castro County Healthcare, every patient experience begins with people who make others feel welcome, supported and cared for. Connie Garcia, who serves in Registration and serves as the Accounts Payable Clerk for the district, is one of those people. Connie is often one of the first faces patients and […]
Why Local Hospitals Matter for Good Health and Strong Community
By Elisha Rosier, RN, CEO, Castro County Healthcare Hospital Week is a time to recognize the people and healthcare organizations that make local care possible. At Castro County Healthcare, that includes the teams at Plains Memorial Hospital, the Medical Center of Dimmitt, Country View Living, Dimmitt Pharmacy, and Welch Rehab. Each facility serves a different […]
Mental Health Matters: Expanding Access to Care Close to Home
Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a reminder that mental health is a vital part of overall health. Stress, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, and other behavioral health challenges can affect anyone. That’s why Castro County Healthcare has invested in behavioral health services — to make timely care and support more accessible for more […]
Castro County Healthcare Launches Behavioral Health Services at the Medical Center of Dimmitt
Castro County Healthcare is expanding access to mental health services for children, teens, adults, and seniors with the addition of facilitated virtual behavioral health care visits at the Medical Center of Dimmitt. Through a partnership with BSA Behavioral Health, Medical Center of Dimmitt patients can see a mental health professional locally while maintaining continuity of […]
What Is Outpatient Infusion Therapy and When Is It Needed?
Many medical treatments can be taken orally, in pill form, for example. Others must be delivered intravenously (through an IV). When that happens, outpatient infusion therapy allows patients to receive specialized treatment in a monitored clinical setting without a hospital stay. For patients managing complex infections, autoimmune conditions, anemia, or other chronic health concerns, infusion […]
Healthcare Volunteer Week: Honoring the People Who Help Strengthen Our Community
Service has always been part of Castro County Healthcare’s story. During Healthcare Volunteer Week, Castro County Healthcare is proud to recognize the individuals who help strengthen our hospital and the community we serve through volunteer service. “Healthcare Volunteer Week is a meaningful opportunity to recognize the individuals who give their time and energy to support […]
Lab Week: Recognizing the Team Behind Timely, Accurate Care
Some of the most important work in healthcare happens behind the scenes. During Lab Week, Castro County Healthcare is proud to recognize the laboratory professionals whose skill, precision, and consistency help support patient care every day. From routine bloodwork to diagnostic testing that help guide treatment decisions, the lab plays a critical role across nearly […]
Occupational Therapy Month: Supporting Independence Through Personalized Rehabilitation
Some of the most important parts of recovery happen in ordinary moments. Getting dressed. Preparing a meal. Buttoning a shirt. Returning to work. Taking care of activities of daily living without as much help. When an injury, illness, surgery, or chronic condition like arthritis affects those everyday tasks, occupational therapy can play a major role […]