FACILITY:     Serving area residents since 1982, Rio Grande Regional Hospital (http://www.riohealth.com/) is a full-service acute care hospital offering all major specialties.  A recent $65 million expansion added a five-story tower which increased from 201 to 320 patient beds.   A complete updating of the entire facility includes the addition of the latest in diagnostic and treatment equipment and tech nology to maintain the hospital’s leading role as a healthcare provider. The hospital has been rated among the top 5% of all hospitals in the country for overall clinical performance.  Catchment area of 700,000.

COMMUNITY:  Awesome community!  Enjoy numerous recreational activities including a variety of eight golf courses, sailing, saltwater fishing at the white sandy beaches of South Padre Island and wildlife preserves.  Enjoy their sub-tropical weather; which contributes to their heavy citric farming.  Lots of shopping and plenty of restaurants.  Much to offer you and your family!  (www.mcallen.org)

** Texas has no state income tax and tort reform.