About University Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
University Medical Center is a government-operated acute care hospital in Lubbock, TX, serving Lubbock County and the surrounding Lubbock community. As a government-operated facility, it is accountable to the public and typically serves as a safety-net provider for the community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Lubbock can seek immediate care at University Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. University Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Lubbock area.
When choosing a hospital in Lubbock, TX, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review University Medical Center's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
University Medical Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This average rating reflects performance across multiple quality domains including patient safety, mortality outcomes, and readmission rates. CMS evaluates hospitals annually to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Lubbock, TX.
Mortality
University Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
University Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
University Medical Center performs below the national average for readmission rates. Patients may want to discuss these outcomes with their care team.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at University Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Jason Felton, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. Ahad Hassan, MD
Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Ankush Lahoti, MD
Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Kevin Cole, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Emily Flathouse
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Tabitha Ankers, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Bei Zhang, MD
Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Dr. Cassidy Diede, AA
Anesthesiology Assistant
Dr. Safaa Labib, MD
Pathology
Dr. Kevin Jones, DO
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
Dr. Mir Hussain, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. Vernon Williams, MD
General Surgery
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Dr. Honey Mae Doctolero, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Kimberlee Gutierrez
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Esther Ogunjimi, MD
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Matthew Ferguson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Andrea Hirsch, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Talles Sidronio, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. Mailin Quinones Jimenez, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. M Sharif, MD
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
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Frequently Asked Questions
About University Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for University Medical Center?
University Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does University Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, University Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is University Medical Center?
University Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.
How many doctors practice at University Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with University Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·