GONZABA NEWS
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Colorectal Health with Dr. Maria Martinez Ugarte
In 2000, President Clinton designated March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness and encourage screening. Today, colorectal cancer education continues to be incredibly important as it is the second deadliest cancer in the United States. “Most people don’t know that colon cancer...
Improve Your Heart Health by Controlling Your Blood Pressure
In the United States, heart failure is up to four times more prevalent in adults over the age of 65. (link to source) February was officially named American Heart Month in 1963 by Lyndon B. Johnson to spread awareness and encourage education on heart health. As people age, the risk of heart...
Gonzaba Observes National Healthy Weight Week
National Healthy Weight Week is observed in the third week of January to raise awareness on the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle. It was first inaugurated in 1994 and this year it falls during January 19th- January 25th. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC),...
2024 Boofest
San Antonio, TX - Gonzaba Medical Group presented Boofest, a free senior halloween dance with live music. Thank you to everyone who dressed up and spent the day celebrating BooFest with us, Gonzaba Medical Group sends a sincere thank you! We enjoyed seeing everyone’s amazing costumes, listening to...
Senior Spotlight: Maria Shines as We Celebrate Seniors Month
Maria tells us that she has always lived by two important pillars– being thankful and giving back to her community. In her hometown of Nicaragua, Maria was a doctor and she would volunteer her time to give educational talks in low-income areas. When she became a Gonzaba patient, she immediately...
Senior Spotlight: Bonnie Shines as We Celebrate Seniors Month
Yvonne, known to her close friends and family as Bonnie, has been very integrated in the San Antonio Community. She served on the Fiesta Flambeau Association for 28 years! During her time with the Flambeau, Gonzaba provided help when no one else would, and she tells us that she has loved Gonzaba...
Senior Spotlight: Sally Shines as We Celebrate Seniors Month
Sally and her husband did not know a lot of people when they moved to San Antonio. When Gonzaba opened their North Central Event Center about five years ago they decided to check it out. Now Sally feels like she and her husband have many friends, an active lifestyle and a positive community...
Senior Spotlight: Adelfa Shines as We Celebrate Seniors Month
Adelfa is very passionate about her art, and she has been crocheting since she was 12 years old! Through Gonzaba’s rummage sale she has been able to sell her scarves, hats and blankets. The Gonzaba Event Center has also introduced her to new friends from all around San Antonio. She tells us,...
The Benefits of Acupuncture
In a busy world that often feels stressful, we seek options for relaxation. Acupuncture provides a natural pain and stress relief option. It can also relieve discomfort from chronic diseases and conditions such as osteoarthritis. Acupuncture, an evidence-based medicine that has been around for...
Control Your Blood Pressure with Dr. Paola Forero Medina
We are Celebrating San Antonio Seniors Month! Check out Dr. Paola Forero Medina's tips on how to control your blood pressure, so you can "Keep Doing The Things You Love".
Healthy Colon Tips with Dr. Maria Martinez Ugarte
We are Celebrating San Antonio Seniors Month! Check out Dr. Maria Martinez Ugarte's tips for maintaining a healthy colon, so you can "Keep Doing The Things You Love".
Tips to Stay Cool with Dr. Carlos Garcia Monterroso
We are Celebrating San Antonio Seniors Month! Check out Dr. Carlos Garcia Monterroso's tips to stay cool and hydrated in excessive heat, so you can "Keep Doing The Things You Love".
Michelle Gonzaba, MD
Dr. Michelle Gonzaba is a Family Medicine doctor, with a passion for preventative and integrative medicine. Born and raised in Texas, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, TX and graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at...
Stephanie Tijerina, MSN, BSN, FNP-C
Stephanie Tijerina, NP is a bilingual Family Nurse Practitioner and Texas Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Prior to joining Gonzaba Medical Group, she gained valuable surgical experience working at Methodist Specialty & Transplant Hospital as well as at Urology San Antonio. Most...