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Why choose Houston Methodist for infectious disease care?

The board-certified infectious disease specialists of Houston Methodist Academic Medicine Associates have extensive experience in caring for patients with a variety of diseases and infections, from HIV and sexually transmitted diseases to skin and soft tissue infections.

What is an infectious disease?

Learn in a culture of compassion, innovation and excellence. Infectious diseases (also called communicable diseases) are disorders caused by organisms that live in and on our bodies, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or fungi. These materials are more commonly known as germs.

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What is HCA Houston West?

At HCA Houston West, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare to our patients. We strive to make your experience with us as comfortable and painless as possible. Our services and amenities aim to take care of the physical and emotional needs of our patients and provide access to everyday necessities for our visitors.

Where is Lori's gift shop?

Shop for a gift for your loved one at Lori’s Gifts, located in the lobby of HCA Houston Healthcare West. In addition to shopping in store, orders can be placed online for free same-day delivery from our gift shop directly to patients in the hospital. Phone orders are welcome and available during gift shop operating hours.

What time does the West Express open?

Café West Express – a snack and coffee bar located in the lobby and open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does the ICU open for visitors?

Visiting hours for patients in our intensive care unit or progressive care unit differ from our general visiting hours. The ICU/PCU is closed to visitors from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Visitation is limited to two guests at a time.

How many visitors are allowed at a patient's bedside?

Dress appropriately- everyone must wear appropriate shirts and shoes. No more than two visitors at a patient’s bedside at one time. Visitors in semi-private rooms should be considerate of both patients. People with colds, sore throats or any contagious diseases should not visit patients. Visits should be kept short.

Why do nurses have to change visiting times?

Visiting times may change due to the needs of the patient and activities of the nursing care unit.

Can you deliver flowers to the ICU?

Please keep in mind that large plants and flower arrangements are difficult to deliver and remove upon discharge. Flowers are not permitted in the ICU. Shop for a gift for your loved one at Lori’s Gifts, located in the lobby of HCA Houston Healthcare West.

What are the diseases caused by organisms?

Infectious diseases (also called communicable diseases) are disorders caused by organisms that live in and on our bodies, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or fungi. These materials are more commonly known as germs. While some of these organisms are harmless and even helpful, others, under certain conditions, ...

What is the term for diseases caused by organisms that live in and on our bodies?

Infectious Disease . Infectious diseases (also called communicable diseases) are disorders caused by organisms that live in and on our bodies, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or fungi. These materials are more commonly known as germs.

How did Crystal get H1N1?

Fourteen year-old Crystal contracted H1N1 due to complications to her immune system from a childhood condition. Her physicians at Houston Methodist successfully kept Crystal alive through a life-saving technique to oxygenate her blood until she was able to have a successful lung transplant. Learn more about Crystal and her compelling story about how a virus could have turned deadly.

About West Houston Infectious Disease Associates

West Houston Infectious Disease Associates is an infectious disease doctor practice located in Katy, TX.

Infectious Disease Medicine

West Houston Infectious Disease Associates is an Infectious Disease Medicine practice in Katy, TX with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in detecting and treating bacterial, viral, fungal, and tropical infections.