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What’s the difference between a DO and an MD?

What’s the difference between a DO and an MD?

Some doctors have MDs after their names, others have DO. Like MDs, DOs are fully licensed physicians trained to diagnose, treat and prevent illnesses and medical conditions. Keep reading to learn about the similarities and differences between a doctor of osteopathic...

Answers to common questions about COVID-19 vaccines

Answers to common questions about COVID-19 vaccines

Should I get vaccinated if I’m pregnant? What if I’ve already had COVID-19 and recovered? What are the side effects? The doctors at Vecino Health Centers provide answers to these and other common questions.

Fight the flu

Fight the flu

Flu shots are included, at no additional cost, with checkups at Vecino Health Centers.

Summer 2022 Health News!

Summer 2022 Health News!

The Summer issue of Shine! Health News from Vecino Health Centers is available to view and download in English and Spanish. You’ll find four ways to keep your kids active this summer and more!

Talking to children about violence

Talking to children about violence

Sadly, gun violence is more often in the news than we would like. With the recent event at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, it can be a scary time for both adults and children. Counting on the support of relatives, family, and community helpers can make difficult times more...

Winter 2022 Health News from Vecino Health Centers

Winter 2022 Health News from Vecino Health Centers

In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Dr. Enjoli Benitez is sharing her favorite lentil soup recipe! You'll find it and more in the first issue of Shine! Health News from Vecino Health Centers. It is available to view and download now in English and Spanish.

I just found out I’m pregnant!

I just found out I’m pregnant!

You're pregnant, congratulations! Now what? Here are a few things you can start doing right away. Make an appointment for prenatal care One of the best things you can do for your and your baby's health is start getting prenatal care. Prenatal care is the care you get...

Notification to patients

Notification to patients

Dr. Zeerak Qureshi and Dr. Magdalena Brooks will be moving on from Vecino Health Centers as of April 1, 2022. We are grateful for their contributions and patient care and wish them all the best in their future endeavors. If you are a patient of Drs. Qureshi or Brooks,...

Denver Harbor Family Clinic welcomes Dr. Irma Tamayo

Denver Harbor Family Clinic welcomes Dr. Irma Tamayo

Many patients at Vecino’s Denver Harbor Family Clinic already recognize the newest doctor on staff. Dr. Irma Tamayo spent three years at the clinic during her medical residency with the Houston Methodist Family Residency Program.  Patients and staff are glad to see...

Coping with stress

Coping with stress

It’s natural to feel stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed during these uncertain times. Here are three tips for coping from the licensed professionals in the counseling department.

4 things every new dad should know about babies

4 things every new dad should know about babies

Congratulations on becoming a father! Being a new dad will probably be one of the most exciting – and sometimes scary – events of your life. While parenting is not always easy, with a little guidance, support, and trial and error, you will adjust to fatherhood in no...

Cardiac Specialty Care

Cardiac Specialty Care

The cardiac specialty care program is available to established patients of Denver Harbor Family Clinic Patients at Vecino's Denver  Harbor Family Clinic now have access to care from world-renowned cardiology experts at an affordable cost right at the clinic. This...