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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 […]

Hospital district marks major milestones during Dr. Pat Lee’s first months at the helm When Dr. Patrick Lee became president and CEO of Travis County’s hospital district in early 2024, “My goal was to bring new energy to Central Health’s mission and let the district be creative and strong in meeting community needs,” he said […]

Spending plan closes health disparities and improves care for Travis County’s most vulnerable residents AUSTIN – For policymakers and news watchers in Central Texas, summer is budget season, and it’s no different for Travis County’s hospital district. Central Health has proposed an $880.3 million budget for fiscal year 2025, which begins October 1, and the […]

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 […]

Hospital district continues to expand services for Travis County residents with low income (Austin) – Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, has published its Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report, which details its continued growth in both the number of people it serves and the services it provides. In FY2023, Central Health provided access to healthcare […]

Judge rules for hospital district in suit over Dell Medical School funding AUSTIN – On Tuesday, May 21, District Judge Amy Clark Meachum ruled in favor of Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, in the Birch lawsuit. The plaintiffs, represented by attorney Fred Lewis, seek to overturn the will of Travis County residents, who in […]