Houston Methodist Hospital

Houston Methodist Hospital, located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, is the flagship hospital of the Houston Methodist system and the number one ranked hospital in the state of Texas by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1919 as a faith-based institution, Houston Methodist has grown into one of the most respected academic medical centers in the nation, nationally ranked in 10 medical specialties and recognized for its commitment to leading medicine through innovation, research, and an unwavering dedication to patient care. The hospital operates with 1,020 licensed beds and serves more than 600,000 patient encounters annually. Houston Methodist is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine, one of the top medical schools in the nation, providing a robust academic framework that supports clinical excellence and research advancement. The medical staff includes thousands of physicians, researchers, and allied health professionals representing 55 medical specialties and subspecialties. The DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center at Houston Methodist is named after the legendary cardiac surgeon Dr. Michael E. DeBakey, who performed pioneering cardiovascular operations at the hospital for over six decades. The center continues his legacy of innovation, offering the full spectrum of cardiac care including complex valve surgery, coronary artery bypass, heart transplantation, ventricular assist devices, transcatheter interventions, and advanced electrophysiology. Houston Methodist performed the world's first multi-organ transplant in 1968 and the first skull and scalp transplant in 2015, demonstrating its continued tradition of surgical innovation. The Houston Methodist Cancer Center provides comprehensive oncology services utilizing advanced surgical techniques, precision medicine, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and the latest radiation oncology technologies. More than 1,350 clinical trials are active across the Houston Methodist system, providing patients with access to investigational treatments and novel therapeutic approaches. The neuroscience programs encompass neurology, neurosurgery, and neurorehabilitation, with specialized centers for brain tumors, stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, and spinal conditions. Orthopedic surgery at Houston Methodist is nationally ranked, offering joint replacement, sports medicine, spine surgery, trauma surgery, and musculoskeletal oncology performed by surgeons who are international leaders in their fields. The transplant center performs kidney, liver, pancreas, and multi-organ transplants with exceptional outcomes. The gastroenterology and urology departments provide advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. Houston Methodist's commitment to innovation extends to its research enterprise, which encompasses basic science, translational research, and clinical investigation. The Houston Methodist Research Institute conducts cutting-edge research in nanotechnology, regenerative medicine, cardiovascular science, neuroscience, and cancer biology. The hospital's adoption of advanced technologies including artificial intelligence, robotic surgery systems, and precision diagnostics positions it at the forefront of twenty-first century medicine. For international patients, Houston Methodist operates the Global Health Care Services department with offices in Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and other international locations. The department provides 24/7 multilingual patient assistance, physician referral and appointment coordination, medical record review, interpreter services, visa facilitation, travel and accommodation planning, insurance coordination, and dedicated patient navigators who ensure a seamless medical experience. Houston Methodist's location in the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex, offers international patients convenient access to complementary specialists and resources. Houston Methodist Hospital's tradition of medical firsts, world-class cardiac care, comprehensive specialty services, active research programs, and robust international patient infrastructure make it an outstanding choice for medical tourists seeking premier healthcare in the United States.