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In its first two decades, Travis County’s hospital district has forged a unique path to bring care to the most vulnerable. The public hospital model is probably familiar to most Americans, especially since it provides the setting for so many TV medical dramas. If you need emergency care or surgery, most major cities have a […]

By Dr. Pat Lee Central Health President & CEO Dr. Patrick Lee speaking at Travis County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 17. I am pleased to announce that the Travis County Commissioners Court has approved the Central Health fiscal year 2025 budget, marking another significant step in our ongoing commitment to advancing health equity in […]

In a historic move, Central Health has opened its first permanent specialty clinic at the iconic Rosewood-Zaragosa center in East Austin, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s 20-year journey to bridge healthcare gaps in Travis County. This new clinic is a cornerstone of Central Health’s unprecedented expansion, which includes launching around 20 specialty care, […]

If you’ve been following Central Health news, you know that Travis County’s hospital district has opened 14 different specialty care and diagnostic lines of service. Five more are expected to go live by the end of September. At the beginning of 2023, we had none. Central Health has soundly established itself as not just a […]

By: Public Health and Policy Specialist, Arianna R. Gomez, MPH and Vivent Health Senior Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement, Brandon Wollerson We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our pursuit of healthcare equity for the LGBTQIA+ community. Today, we proudly celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of two key community partners: CommUnityCare Health Centers […]

Pat Lee, MD President & CEO I am thrilled to announce a major milestone for Central Health. As of today, we are proud to offer our patients 14 diverse specialty care services, with five more by the end of our fiscal year in September. This means in a little more than a year and a […]

It’s a sad reality that many members of our Medical Access Program (MAP) have severe or even incurable illnesses. Over the past couple of years, Central Health has worked to add new services to help patients like these. Through our new palliative care program, these patients are now able to get ongoing support from trained […]

By Dr. Pat Lee, President & CEO As I reflect on my first 100 days as President & CEO of Central Health, one word comes to mind: trust. In a healthcare landscape that often feels like “grabbing bricks out of the air and building a house in the middle of a hurricane,” as our Senior […]

Mental health conditions are common, manageable, and treatable. In a recent discussion with Behavioral Health Manager Catherina Conte, LCSW-S, we explored the prevalence of mental health issues and emphasized the importance of maintaining good mental health for overall well-being. About half of all Americans will experience a diagnosable mental health condition at some point in […]

Dear Central Health Community, Travis County chose Mazars USA LLP to look at how Central Health runs the Medical Access Program (MAP). Mazars has been looking into how Central Health’s operational information is shared with the public and key stakeholders. We are now seeking feedback through a 10-question survey. The survey will take about 5 […]