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For more than 100 years, a legacy of medical milestones has attracted patients from around the world to Houston Methodist. What began as a small 100-bed hospital is now a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center along with seven hospitals located throughout the Greater Houston area. Here is our story.
On This Page
Our Mission
History of Medical Achievements
About Our Organization
What Makes Us Houston Methodist
Our Mission
Houston Methodist’s mission is to provide high quality, cost-effective health care that delivers the best value to the people we serve in a spiritual environment of caring in association with internationally recognized teaching and research.
5,000+
Expert Physicians
13
Years as Best Hospital in Texas by
U.S. News & World Report
6
Centers of Excellence
800+
Clinical Trials
A History of Medical Achievements
For more than a century, life-changing medical milestones have attracted patients from around the country and around the world to Houston Methodist — where our leading experts deliver the most advanced medical and surgical solutions to every patient who walks through our doors. Scroll through the timeline below to learn more about our achievements.
Centennial Documentary
As part of our Centennial Celebration in 2019, Houston Methodist produced a documentary video chronicling important medical and organizational milestones. The film takes viewers on a journey of the challenges and triumphs the hospital faced all while maintaining one constant throughout the 100 years:
A laser focus on our patients
.
About Our Organization
Houston Methodist comprises a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center and seven community hospitals serving the Greater Houston area. Each hospital is staffed by committed personnel who exemplify our I CARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.
Patient safety, quality and service
are our highest priorities.
Houston Methodist Health Care System
Our health system consists of eight acute-care hospitals:
Houston Methodist Hospital
, our flagship in the Texas Medical Center and seven hospitals located throughout Greater Houston (
Baytown
,
Clear Lake
,
Cypress
,
Sugar Land
,
The Woodlands
,
West Houston
and
Willowbrook
), as well as one
long-term acute care hospital
. Houston Methodist Hospital is consistently listed among
U.S. News & World Report's
best hospitals
, and that same quality care extends across the system. Other centers include
Emergency Care Centers
,
Imaging Centers
,
Breast Care Centers
,
Comprehensive Care Centers
,
Surgery Center
and our Outpatient Center.
Houston Methodist Academic Institute
Houston Methodist Academic Institute
is home to some of the world’s brightest physician-scientists, working in a collaborative environment on more than 800 clinical trials. The goal of the research institute is to quickly translate what is discovered in the lab into treatments for patients. The research institute is making great strides, bringing us even closer to medical breakthroughs in cardiovascular disease, cancer, infectious disease, neurosciences, diabetes and more.
Houston Methodist Physician Organization — Primary and Specialty Care
We employ more than 1,800 clinicians — comprised of mid-level providers, APPs and physicians in the
Houston Methodist Physician Organization
— at more than 265 practice locations across the Greater Houston area. Our Physician Organization is made up of our
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group
and
Houston Methodist Primary Care Group
, one of the largest employed primary care groups in the Houston area, with more than 40 locations and 250 practitioners dedicated to providing quality primary care for the entire family.
Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation
The Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation
was established to ensure that Houston Methodist has the support needed to achieve its vision for excellence in research, education and patient care. Governed by a board of directors, the foundation helps to accomplish institutional priorities through fundraising, gift management and stewardship. Our achievements can be attributed to the generosity of our donors, who support our Leading Medicine vision.
What Makes Us Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is a national leader in health care for so many reasons: Our dedication to medical excellence and innovation, our cutting-edge research and education, our outstanding leadership, doctors, nurses and support staff, our deep commitment to our community, our strong values and culture of inclusive behavior, and, more than anything else, the fact that we put our patients at the center of everything we do.
Our Values: What We Believe
Our mission is to
provide high quality, cost-effective health care
that delivers the
best value
to the people we serve in a
spiritual environment of caring
in association with internationally recognized
teaching and research
.
Our
I CARE
values are at the heart of our mission and are what sets Houston Methodist apart from other health care systems.
Integrity
– We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
Compassion
– We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.
Accountability
– We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
Respect
– We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.
Excellence
– We strive to be the best at what we do and be a model for others to emulate.
Culture & Engagement
Houston Methodist is committed to having a culture of inclusive behavior that allows us to provide unparalleled, personalized care and service to a diverse patient population through effective teamwork, while ensuring dignity and respect for every patient, provider, colleague and our community.
Houston Methodist President and CEO Marc Boom, MD, says it best: “Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the country, and Houston Methodist is a reflection of our city. Our employees represent all walks of life, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and knowledge that leads to the new and bold innovations and treatments that are at the heart of leading medicine.”
Learn More About Culture & Engagement at Houston Methodist ➝
Grounded in Strong Leadership
Houston Methodist’s Board of Directors oversees the hospital’s activities and executive decisions, playing an enormous role in how we are leading medicine — in Houston, Texas, the nation and around the world.
See Our Board of Directors ➝
Serving the Community Beyond Our Hospital Walls
Houston Methodist has a responsibility to provide high-quality health care to those in need, regardless of their circumstances. Our Office of Community Benefits focuses on providing access to high quality, affordable health care services to indigent populations across Greater Houston while ensuring health equity for racial, ethnic and social minorities.
Learn More ➝
Helping Balance Economic Viability, Social Equity & Environmental Protection
With a focus on green initiatives, Houston Methodist’s Office of Sustainability is leading the charge in reducing the organization's carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices throughout the organization. By prioritizing sustainability, we are not only making a positive impact on the environment, but also setting an example for other organizations to follow.
Explore Our Current Sustainability Initiatives ➝
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About Houston Methodist
For more than 100 years, a legacy of medical milestones has attracted patients from around the world to Houston Methodist. What began as a small 100-bed hospital is now a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center along with seven hospitals located throughout the Greater Houston area. Here is our story.
On This Page
Our Mission
History of Medical Achievements
About Our Organization
What Makes Us Houston Methodist
Our Mission
Houston Methodist’s mission is to provide high quality, cost-effective health care that delivers the best value to the people we serve in a spiritual environment of caring in association with internationally recognized teaching and research.
5,000+
Expert Physicians
13
Years as Best Hospital in Texas by
U.S. News & World Report
6
Centers of Excellence
800+
Clinical Trials
A History of Medical Achievements
For more than a century, life-changing medical milestones have attracted patients from around the country and around the world to Houston Methodist — where our leading experts deliver the most advanced medical and surgical solutions to every patient who walks through our doors. Scroll through the timeline below to learn more about our achievements.
Centennial Documentary
As part of our Centennial Celebration in 2019, Houston Methodist produced a documentary video chronicling important medical and organizational milestones. The film takes viewers on a journey of the challenges and triumphs the hospital faced all while maintaining one constant throughout the 100 years:
A laser focus on our patients
.
About Our Organization
Houston Methodist comprises a leading academic medical center in the Texas Medical Center and seven community hospitals serving the Greater Houston area. Each hospital is staffed by committed personnel who exemplify our I CARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.
Patient safety, quality and service
are our highest priorities.
Houston Methodist Health Care System
Our health system consists of eight acute-care hospitals:
Houston Methodist Hospital
, our flagship in the Texas Medical Center and seven hospitals located throughout Greater Houston (
Baytown
,
Clear Lake
,
Cypress
,
Sugar Land
,
The Woodlands
,
West Houston
and
Willowbrook
), as well as one
long-term acute care hospital
. Houston Methodist Hospital is consistently listed among
U.S. News & World Report's
best hospitals
, and that same quality care extends across the system. Other centers include
Emergency Care Centers
,
Imaging Centers
,
Breast Care Centers
,
Comprehensive Care Centers
,
Surgery Center
and our Outpatient Center.
Houston Methodist Academic Institute
Houston Methodist Academic Institute
is home to some of the world’s brightest physician-scientists, working in a collaborative environment on more than 800 clinical trials. The goal of the research institute is to quickly translate what is discovered in the lab into treatments for patients. The research institute is making great strides, bringing us even closer to medical breakthroughs in cardiovascular disease, cancer, infectious disease, neurosciences, diabetes and more.
Houston Methodist Physician Organization — Primary and Specialty Care
We employ more than 1,800 clinicians — comprised of mid-level providers, APPs and physicians in the
Houston Methodist Physician Organization
— at more than 265 practice locations across the Greater Houston area. Our Physician Organization is made up of our
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group
and
Houston Methodist Primary Care Group
, one of the largest employed primary care groups in the Houston area, with more than 40 locations and 250 practitioners dedicated to providing quality primary care for the entire family.
Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation
The Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation
was established to ensure that Houston Methodist has the support needed to achieve its vision for excellence in research, education and patient care. Governed by a board of directors, the foundation helps to accomplish institutional priorities through fundraising, gift management and stewardship. Our achievements can be attributed to the generosity of our donors, who support our Leading Medicine vision.
What Makes Us Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist is a national leader in health care for so many reasons: Our dedication to medical excellence and innovation, our cutting-edge research and education, our outstanding leadership, doctors, nurses and support staff, our deep commitment to our community, our strong values and culture of inclusive behavior, and, more than anything else, the fact that we put our patients at the center of everything we do.
Our Values: What We Believe
Our mission is to
provide high quality, cost-effective health care
that delivers the
best value
to the people we serve in a
spiritual environment of caring
in association with internationally recognized
teaching and research
.
Our
I CARE
values are at the heart of our mission and are what sets Houston Methodist apart from other health care systems.
Integrity
– We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
Compassion
– We embrace the whole person and respond to emotional, ethical and spiritual concerns as well as physical needs.
Accountability
– We hold ourselves accountable for our actions.
Respect
– We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity and value.
Excellence
– We strive to be the best at what we do and be a model for others to emulate.
Culture & Engagement
Houston Methodist is committed to having a culture of inclusive behavior that allows us to provide unparalleled, personalized care and service to a diverse patient population through effective teamwork, while ensuring dignity and respect for every patient, provider, colleague and our community.
Houston Methodist President and CEO Marc Boom, MD, says it best: “Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the country, and Houston Methodist is a reflection of our city. Our employees represent all walks of life, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and knowledge that leads to the new and bold innovations and treatments that are at the heart of leading medicine.”
Learn More About Culture & Engagement at Houston Methodist ➝
Grounded in Strong Leadership
Houston Methodist’s Board of Directors oversees the hospital’s activities and executive decisions, playing an enormous role in how we are leading medicine — in Houston, Texas, the nation and around the world.
See Our Board of Directors ➝
Serving the Community Beyond Our Hospital Walls
Houston Methodist has a responsibility to provide high-quality health care to those in need, regardless of their circumstances. Our Office of Community Benefits focuses on providing access to high quality, affordable health care services to indigent populations across Greater Houston while ensuring health equity for racial, ethnic and social minorities.
Learn More ➝
Helping Balance Economic Viability, Social Equity & Environmental Protection
With a focus on green initiatives, Houston Methodist’s Office of Sustainability is leading the charge in reducing the organization's carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices throughout the organization. By prioritizing sustainability, we are not only making a positive impact on the environment, but also setting an example for other organizations to follow.
Explore Our Current Sustainability Initiatives ➝
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