Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Eagle Lake, TX
Rice Medical Center has served the Eagle Lake community since 1942, operating as a 25-bed critical access hospital with Trauma IV designation. Our organization extends care across the greater Colorado County area and parts of Austin and Wharton Counties. We pride ourselves on a dedicated team of medical professionals committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services. Our facility offers a comprehensive range of medical solutions, including emergency medicine, diagnostic imaging, inpatient care, and specialized therapeutic services. As a trusted healthcare provider, we maintain state-of-the-art radiographic technology and surgical equipment to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Our partnership with Critical Access Healthcare has enabled continuous improvements in technology, staffing, and patient services. The hospital benefits from active community support through volunteer organizations like the Pink Ladies and Rice Medical Center Employee Volunteers. We uphold core values of integrity, compassion, and community service while maintaining accreditations that demonstrate our commitment to excellence. Our financial assistance programs ensure care accessibility for all community members, regardless of financial circumstances. Through decades of service, we have established ourselves as a healthcare leader in rural southeast Texas.
Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Emergency Medicine
Inpatient Care
Laboratory Services
Physical Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Sleep Studies
Specialty Care
Surgical Services
Wound Care
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care with Trauma IV designation
- Our staff includes board-certified specialists in multiple disciplines
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment
- Our community-focused approach ensures personalized patient care
- We provide financial assistance programs for qualifying patients
Associations and certifications
- COLA
What people say
Exceptional staff
Personalized attention
Advanced equipment
Community commitment
24/7 availability
Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Our radiology department combines advanced technology with expert interpretation for accurate diagnoses. We offer X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans, MRIs, and digital mammography using state-of-the-art equipment. Our digital radiography system provides faster results with reduced radiation exposure while maintaining exceptional image quality.
Emergency Medicine
As Texas' first Level IV Trauma Center, we provide 24/7 emergency care with specialized trauma-trained staff. Our department handles critical conditions requiring immediate intervention while maintaining rapid access to diagnostic services and specialist consultations for comprehensive emergency treatment.
Wound Care
Our specialized wound healing center focuses on treating chronic wounds using evidence-based therapies and advanced treatment modalities. Our multidisciplinary team develops personalized care plans addressing complex wound etiologies including diabetic ulcers and post-surgical complications through coordinated, patient-centered care.
Specialty Care
We provide access to board-certified specialists in cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, and other key disciplines through regular clinic visits and telemedicine consultations. Our rotating specialty schedule ensures rural patients receive expert care without extensive travel requirements.
Inpatient Care
Our inpatient services combine modern medical equipment with personalized nursing care for comprehensive treatment of acute conditions. The facility maintains private rooms and specialized units for post-surgical recovery, medical stabilization, and skilled nursing needs within a patient-centered healing environment.
People
Kurt Sunderman
Chief Executive Officer
As CEO, Kurt Sunderman brings decades of healthcare leadership experience to Rice Medical Center. A lifelong community member and former patient, he oversees strategic operations while maintaining commitment to accessible, family-centered care through continuous quality improvements.
Questions
What emergency services does Rice Medical Center provide?
We offer 24/7 Level IV Trauma Center services with specialized staff for critical care, including immediate access to diagnostic imaging and specialist consultations.
Do you offer financial assistance programs?
Yes, we provide multiple financial assistance options including sliding fee discounts and indigent health programs for qualifying patients.
What specialty clinics are available?
We host rotating specialty clinics in cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, and other disciplines with both in-person and telemedicine options.
Are diagnostic imaging services available onsite?
Yes, we offer comprehensive imaging services including CT scans, MRIs, digital mammography, and ultrasound in our state-of-the-art radiology department.
How can I access my medical records?
Our patient portal provides secure online access to medical records, test results, and appointment scheduling from any internet-connected device.
What wound care options exist?
Our specialized wound healing center combines traditional and advanced therapies for chronic wound treatment under board-certified medical supervision.
Reviews (3)
Michael
Dec 03, 2021
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Both Dr Thomass and Dr Cantu have provided great care for my entire family for multiple generations. Im grateful to have a group of local doctors who make you feel like they genuinely care, and that youre not just another patient.
Cynde Johnston
Jan 18, 2019
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I never have to wait more than 5 minutes to see the Dr. The staff is kind, Doctor Molina is excellent. Its a good experience.
Aida Cortez
Nov 11, 2017
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In case of an emergency please go elsewhere. The doctors here are mediocre at best and will not help you. If you need treatment go to Columbus or somewhere else near by. This place here is a joke!
