Healthcare Services

Palestine, Texas, serves as a regional healthcare center for Anderson County and surrounding communities. Its healthcare network includes established hospitals, physician practices, specialty services, rehabilitation providers, senior living communities, and home-based care services. Together, these resources support community health, provide skilled employment, and create opportunities for businesses serving the medical and care industries.

A Regional Healthcare Hub

For more than 60 years, Palestine Regional Medical Center (PRMC) has served residents of Anderson County and the surrounding region. Its hospital and West Campus provide inpatient and outpatient care, diagnostic and therapeutic services, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services.

With approximately 500 employees and a medical staff of more than 70 physicians representing numerous specialties, PRMC is an established healthcare employer and a key component of the area's medical infrastructure.

Learn more about Palestine Regional Medical Center.

Expanded Hospital and Specialty Care

CHRISTUS Health has expanded its presence in Palestine with a hospital and emergency department serving the community alongside CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic and its specialty services. Local healthcare offerings include emergency and inpatient care, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, and access to specialties such as cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, pulmonary care, and pain management.

These services strengthen the local healthcare network and support employment in clinical care, nursing, medical technology, and hospital operations.

Learn more about CHRISTUS Health.

Senior Care and Long-Term Care

Palestine offers a range of senior care and residential care options, including independent senior living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation. These services support older adults at different stages of life, from those seeking independent living in a residential community to individuals who need ongoing nursing care or specialized assistance.

Local providers include Cartmell Communities, which offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care; Dogwood Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care; and skilled nursing and rehabilitation providers such as Greenbrier Nursing & Rehabilitation and Legacy at Town Creek.

The broader care network also includes home health, hospice, and palliative care services. These providers help residents receive medical support, rehabilitation, personal care, and comfort-focused services in their homes or residential care settings.

Healthcare Workforce Development

Healthcare employers depend on a skilled workforce across nursing, allied health, diagnostic services, rehabilitation, and healthcare administration. Regional education and workforce development partners help prepare students and workers for these careers and support continued education and professional advancement.

Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC) and The University of Texas at Tyler contribute to the broader regional education landscape, providing educational pathways relevant to healthcare professions. These resources complement local healthcare employers and support the development of a qualified workforce.

Opportunities in Healthcare and Related Industries

Palestine's established healthcare infrastructure and regional patient base provide a foundation for businesses and service providers that complement existing medical and care facilities. Relevant sectors include:

• Medical and specialty practices: Primary care, specialty medicine, outpatient services, and other clinical practices.
• Diagnostic and rehabilitative services: Medical testing, imaging, physical therapy, and rehabilitation.
• Senior living and supportive care: Assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home health, and other services for aging populations.
• Healthcare support businesses: Medical equipment and supply distribution, healthcare technology, administrative services, and related business operations.
• Healthcare workforce: Nursing, allied health, laboratory and imaging technology, rehabilitation, personal care, and healthcare administration.

These sectors represent potential areas for business development and expansion based on the community's existing healthcare assets and regional service needs.

Development Resources

Palestine and the surrounding region offer resources for businesses exploring healthcare workforce development, education, and expansion opportunities.

• Trinity Valley Community College: Provides higher education, career training, and workforce education opportunities. Employers can explore relevant programs and potential workforce partnerships.
• The University of Texas at Tyler: Offers higher education and healthcare-related academic pathways that contribute to the broader regional talent pipeline.
• Workforce Solutions East Texas: Connects employers with workforce services, employment resources, and potential training assistance.
• Palestine Economic Development Corporation: Can help businesses explore local economic development resources, available properties, and potential opportunities for establishing or expanding operations.

Specific program availability, training locations, and employer eligibility for workforce assistance should be confirmed with the respective organizations.

Healthcare as an Economic Development Asset

Access to healthcare contributes to quality of life and is an important consideration for employers, workers, and businesses evaluating a community. Palestine's combination of hospital services, specialty care, rehabilitation, and senior care helps support residents across a range of healthcare needs while providing employment across clinical, technical, and support occupations.

The Palestine Economic Development Corporation works to promote responsible economic growth and can help businesses explore local resources, available properties, and potential development opportunities.

Explore Opportunities in Palestine

Interested in establishing or expanding a healthcare practice, senior care operation, medical support business, or related service in Palestine? Contact PEDC to discuss your plans and explore available resources.