MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL

Memorial Hermann Hospital is all about advancing health. It begins by redefining healthcare. That means bringing together all aspects of the health system - care delivery, physicians and health solutions to create a truly integrated health system. The 5,500 affiliated physicians and 24,000 employees practice evidence-based medicine with a relentless focus on quality and patient safety. Their efforts continue to result in national awards and recognition.

SERVICES & SPECIALTIES SPECIALTIES

SPECIALTIES INCLUDE

1. Back Pain and Spine Pain
2. Cancer
3. Children’s Health
4. Digestive Health
5. Emergency Services
6. Heart and Vascular Care
7. Neurosurgery, Neurology and Stroke
8. Orthopaedics and Stroke Medicine
9. Rehab and Physical Therapy
10. Sleep Medicine
11. Transplant Centre
12. Weight Loss
13. Women’s health and Maternity

SERVICES

1. Breast Care & Mammograms
2. Imaging, MRI & X-ray
3. Lab Services & Testing
4. Alcohol & Drug Rehab
5. Careers & Residencies
6. Home Health
7. Home Medical Equipment
8. Hospice
9. International Patients
10. Memorial Hermann Foundation
11. Mental Health Services
12. Urgent Care
13. Vendor Services

RESEARCH & CLINICAL TRIALS

CLINICAL INNOVATION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE

The Clinical Innovation & Research Institute (CIRI) facilitates the promotion and establishment of collaborative relationships between Memorial Hermann Health System, McGovern Medical School, private practice clinics and the community. They foster collaborative partnerships between clinicians, academicians, industry and public sectors to conduct and produce meaningful, quality research to benefit society.

RESEARCH AND CLINICAL TRIAL

TIRR Memorial Hermann changes lives by improving outcomes, offering hope and maximizing independence for people affected by disabling injury or illness. Recognized among the leading rehabilitation hospitals in the country, TIRR serves as a model for interdisciplinary rehabilitation services, patient care, education and research.

NEURORECOVERY RESEARCH CENTER

The NeuroRecovery Research Center (NRRC) forms the umbrella for seven independent laboratories at TIRR Memorial Hermann that collaborate on basic science studies and clinical trials. Research under way at the NRRC is supported by the National Institutes of Health; Memorial Hermann Foundation; Mission Connect, a project of TIRR Foundation; TIRR Memorial Hermann; and McGovern Medical School at UT Health.

BRAIN INJURY RESEARCH

The Brain Injury Research Center (BIRC) brings together world-renowned investigators to study the complicated facets of recovery from brain injury.

THE SPINAL CORD INJURY AND DISABILITY RESEARCH CENTER (SCIDR)

It is to improve functional recovery, health and quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) and other physical disabilities.It conducts investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored studies, including local studies, multicentre studies and clinical trials of individuals of all ages with SCI and physical disability.

CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON WOMEN WITH DISABILITIES

The Center for Research on Women with Disabilities (CROWD) was established in 1993 in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Baylor College of Medicine. The formation was inspired by the outpouring of support from women with disabilities around the nation in response to the announcement of the first federally funded study of women’s issues.

INDEPENDENT LIVING RESEARCH UTILIZATION

A good rehabilitation program should provide the comprehensive resources necessary to achieve an advanced level of independence once a patient is discharged. TIRR Memorial Hermann provides this vital support system through a program called Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU), established in 1977.