Acid Reflux, Heartburn, GERD: Bariatrics with Dr. Clifton Thomas
Acid Reflux and heartburn can be extremely uncomfortable and painful problems, especially if you find yourself struggling with them on a regular basis. While many people become more prone to random bouts of acid reflux and heartburn as they get older, especially when consuming foods that are high in fat, chronic symptoms may be a sign of a larger problem. Dr. Clifton Thomas, a physician who has specialized in bariatrics for over 25 years, walks us through what each of these problems involve, and how to help...
Townsen Memorial Hospital reopens in Humble a year after Harvey
Townsen Memorial Hospital was up and running for six weeks before Hurricane Harvey dropped more than a trillion gallons of water on Harris County last fall. The hospital, which is located at the intersection of FM 1960 and Wilson Road, suffered more than $7 million in damages to equipment and the building when a foot and a half of water rushed into the facility. “We were operating for six weeks and then Hurricane Harvey came along,” CEO Steve Winnett said. “That was a big blow, and up to this point, we’ve had to...