7 Great Reasons to Choose Northwest

Northwest Texas Healthcare System offers many types of medical services that make our hospital system stand out from other facilities. Many of these services have been certified as meeting or exceeding nationally established care standards.
At Northwest, we offer:

1. A Dedicated Heart Hospital.
   In addition to providing noninvasive testing, diagnostic and interventional catheterization, electrophysiology and cardiac rehabilitation, The Heart Hospital of Northwest Texas helps research the development of new heart disease treatments. As an accredited Chest Pain Center, The Heart Hospital's trained staff provides high levels of care focused on early recognition of warning signs, diagnosis and treatment of acute coronary syndrome.
2. An Advanced (Level III) Trauma Facility.
   Each year, Northwest's Emergency Department treats more than 57,000 patients with conditions ranging from broken bones to more serious health concerns, including strokes, heart attacks and motor vehicle traumas. The hospital's LIFESTAR helicopter transport, which is unique to the region, helps patients in emergency situations receive care as quickly as possible.
3. A Nationally Recognized Diabetes Program.
   With diabetes on the rise in the United States, the need for coordinated diabetes management is growing steadily. Northwest's diabetes program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting national standards in diabetes education. Patients can access comprehensive screenings and tools to help manage this condition. Northwest's certified, comprehensive Wound Care Center offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and other treatments to help people with hard-to-heal wounds.
4. Accredited Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs.
   The Rhythm of Life Cardiac Rehab Center is Amarillo's first and only cardiac rehabilitation program to receive certification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Northwest's pulmonary program also has achieved first-and-only AACVPR-certified status. Both programs help patients rehabilitate and manage chronic health challenges.
5. A Behavioral Health Hospital.
   The Pavilion, Northwest's behavioral health hospital, offers comprehensive programs to help treat patients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, schizophrenia and other mental health conditions. The Pavilion's new post-traumatic stress disorder treatment program is specially designed to support returning area veterans and anyone else suffering mental distress after a traumatic event. See page 7 for more on this new service.
6. A Comprehensive Children's Hospital.
   At The Children's Hospital, staff are committed to helping children get well and feel at home in one of 29 spacious, private rooms. Featuring a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and the area's only Level IIIb Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, The Children's Hospital accommodates services in more than 40 pediatric subspecialties, including cardiology, infectious disease, orthopedics, surgery and gastroenterology.
7. An Extensive Physical Medicine Program.
   From hand therapy to lymphedema treatment to care for children born with cleft lips or palates, Northwest's physical medicine program features a wide variety of treatments for many conditions. For autistic patients, physical or occupational therapy can help improve motor skills, while speech-language therapy can help enhance communication skills. And for older adults, who may be more likely to have problems with balance, physical therapists at The Balance Center can help them learn ways to maintain balance and improve their coordination.

Continuing Education and Quality Care

Northwest encourages career growth for hospital staff. Through partnerships with institutions like Texas Tech University, West Texas A&M University and Amarillo College, staff can take their training to new levels and become certified by national governing bodies in many types of disciplines.

Recently, Northwest was awarded a $300,000 grant from the Texas Workforce Commission. This grant will help approximately 270 associates obtain advanced certifications in areas like critical care, behavioral health and pediatric nursing.

To learn about other great services at Northwest, please call 806-354-1118 or visit www.nwtexashealthcare.com.

1501 S. Coulter, Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 354-1000