Looking into the combined population of Austin and San Marcos, there are around 800,000 people in the area. This shows that there is much to look forward to in terms of the welfare of the public. Since both communities are linked by the Interstate 35, people from Austin may run to San Marcos for public programs and services or it may be the other way around.
As part of the concern of both cities for each other, their respective local governments established several programs catering to the needs of the public. The county departments of Travis and Hays have something special to offer to all of the residents in these two areas. One of the most important things that the local government looks into is the provision of health care programs.
Part of Austin and San Marcos’ commitment to its people is the establishment of hospitals and medical centers. These venues make everybody seek medical treatment for any illness. Each hospital – public or private – is created for a specific field of medicine. Public hospitals usually offer free services while private hospitals charge a fee for the use of their medical facilities.
The Travis County and Hays County public health departments give people of Austin and San Marcos the privilege to take a peek at all pertinent health information in the community. They provide a list of clinics and hospitals where people may run to in cases of emergency. They also have a list of immunization services rendered to the public for free.
Aside from those listed in the public health departments of these two counties, the following hospitals and medical centers are found in Austin and San Marcos. They are private hospitals with the necessary medical facilities that a person needs. Some happen to offer free services as well.
• Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas
4900 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
Phone Number: (512) 324-0000
This hospital started giving medical care to children in 2007. It has a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and a Pediatric Trauma Program. It also offers Reconstructive Surgery.
• Seton Medical Center Austin
1201 West 38th Street, Austin, TX 78705
Phone Number: (512) 324-1000
This hospital is the largest acute care center in Austin. It offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical diagnostics and treatments. It is also the only hospital that executes heart transplant in Central Texas.
• Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
1201 West 38th Street, 8th Floor North, Austin, TX 78705
Phone Number: (512) 406-6300
This rehabilitation hospital was established in 2007. It has Inpatient Services, Occupational Therapy, Radiology Services, Orthotic and Prosthetic Services, Physical Therapy, and Wound Care. Some of its rehabilitation programs focus on Spinal Cord Injury, Orthopedic, Neurology, Amputee, and Cardiology.
• Brackenridge Hospital
601 E 15th St, Austin, TX 78701
Phone Number: (512) 324-7000
This hospital has been in service for over 75 years already. It has different facilities such as Brain and Spine Center, Intermediate Care Unit, and Neuroscience Center. It also offers Day Surgery, Inpatient Surgery, Level III Neonatal, Heart and Stroke Care, Extensive Rehabilitation Services, and Specialty Outpatient Clinics.
• St. David’s Medical Center
919 E 32nd Street Austin, TX 78705
Phone Number: (512) 476-7111
This medical center was established in 1924. It provides services for both inpatients and outpatients. Some of the services it offers are Long-Term Acute Care, Heart and Vascular Services, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Cancer Services, and Outpatient Surgery.
• Central Texas Medical Center
1301 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone Number: (512) 353-8979
This 133-bed hospital was established in 1960. It provides Medical Care and Surgical Services. It also has Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Heritage Program for Senior Adults, Sleep Center, and Childbirth Center.
• San Marcos Treatment Center
120 Bert Brown St, San Marcos, TX 78666
Phone Number: (512) 396-8500
This medical center has been in service for over 68 years already. It provides treatment for adolescents with behavioral, neuropsychiatric, and neurodevelopmental impairments. The services it offers are Intermediate and Long-Term Residential, Prescription Plan, and Behavior Enhancement.
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