Beryl’s Impact on Houston Medical Facilities
As Tropical Storm Beryl approaches Houston, medical facilities in the area are preparing for the impact of the storm. The storm is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the region on Monday, leading to closures and changes in operating hours for several outpatient medical facilities.
All area hospitals will remain open for emergencies, but outpatient facilities are taking precautions to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Here’s a rundown of the status of various medical facilities in Houston:
Memorial Hermann
Due to the severe weather conditions expected from Tropical Storm Beryl, Memorial Hermann locations will have delayed openings, closures, or will conduct virtual visits only on Monday, July 8. Patients with scheduled appointments at Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Medical Group, and Imaging Centers will be contacted to reschedule their appointments.
Harris Health
Harris Health hospitals, including Ben Taub and Lyndon B. Johnson, will remain open for emergency services during the storm. However, outpatient and clinic facilities will be closed on Monday for the safety of patients and staff. Affected patients will be notified for rescheduling.
- Closed facilities include:
- Acres Home
- Aldine
- Baytown
- Casa de Amigos
- Cypress
- Danny Jackson
- El Franco Lee
- Gulfgate
- Martin Luther King Jr.
- Northwest
Methodist Hospital
Houston Methodist locations are currently open, with staff prepared to handle any scenario. Patients will be informed if appointments are canceled or moved to virtual visits. Elective surgeries scheduled for Monday will be reviewed in the evening.
Texas Children’s Hospital
As of Sunday evening, Texas Children’s Hospital plans to open all locations on Monday. Patients are advised to check for updates on any changes in operating hours.
MD Anderson
MD Anderson outpatient clinics will open at 10 a.m. on Monday, with rescheduled appointments for the morning. Employees are advised to contact supervisors for scheduling concerns.
Michael E. Debakey VA Medical Center
For the safety of Veterans and staff, Houston VA Medical Center and clinics in surrounding areas will be closed for outpatient appointments on Monday. Veterans with appointments will be contacted for rescheduling or virtual care.
UTMB
Classes scheduled for Monday at UTMB have been canceled due to Tropical Storm Beryl. Students are advised to monitor their emails and the university website for updates regarding future schedules.
Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine and its clinics will open at noon on Monday. Patients will be contacted for rescheduling appointments.
Legacy Community Health
Legacy Community Health clinics will be closed on Monday due to Tropical Storm Beryl in the region. Patients with appointments will receive proactive communication for rescheduling.
St. Luke’s Medical Center
As of Sunday night, there is no information available about the status of St. Luke’s Medical Center during the storm.
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