DHR Health
About DHR Health
DHR Health is a physician-owned tertiary health system established in 1997 to improve healthcare access in the Rio Grande Valley of southern Texas. It serves over 1.5 million residents and is the largest healthcare system in the region, operating six inpatient facilities and over 75 outpatient clinics. With a workforce of more than 6,000 employees, including over 680 physicians and 1,600 nurses, DHR Health provides comprehensive care across more than 70 medical specialties.
The system features a 24/7 Level I Comprehensive Trauma Center and has partnered with Driscoll Children's Hospitals to create the Valley's only true children's hospital. DHR Health is recognized for its commitment to quality care, achieving national accolades such as being named one of Premier's 100 Top Hospitals and earning an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. The organization also emphasizes community service, providing significant charity care and supporting public health initiatives. Its mission is to enhance the well-being of the communities it serves through excellence in patient care.