Gonzales Healthcare Systems is made up of a number of entities, but at the core is Memorial Hospital, a general acute-care facility. The current facility, built in 1978, follows a tradition of community service begun by the Holmes Hospital, which opened in 1921.
Whether entering the system through our Emergency Room, with its Trauma Level IV designation, or as a direct admit from a primary care physicians office, the patient coming to Memorial Hospital can access state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic services.
Mission: To provide high quality comprehensive healthcare in our community to all we serve.
Vision: To become THE choice for healthcare services by building loyalty because health & wellness are our priorities.
Our Values are:
Honesty
Empathy
Attitude
Loyalty
Team work
Hard work
Customers first
Accountability
Respect
Excellence
When COVID-19 first impacted our community, we noticed a significant drop in emergency room visits. Understandably, we realize this was likely due to people complying with stay-at-home orders or not [...]
Infectious Diseases
Common Cold: Because stress can weaken your immune system, you are more at risk for infectious diseases such as colds and the flu.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
GI Problems: Stress can lead to chronic heartburn, GERD (reflux disease), and irritable bowel syndrome. Even though stress does not cause ulcers, it can make them worse.
Immunizations
The required forms needed to receive your vaccination can be found below. Please have completed when you arrive for your appointment.
Heart Disease: Stress increases your blood pressure and heart rate. It can also release more cholesterol and triglycerides into your blood stream, which can increase your risk of heart disease. One study of heart attack survivors found that stress management classes reduced their risk of a second heart attack by 74 percent. When under stress, you are also more likely to smoke and eat unhealthy foods, which increases your risk for heart disease.