Diabetes, Hypertension & Cholesterol Care

We diagnose and manage diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol with in-clinic lab work and follow-up visits every 3 months, no insurance needed and in Spanish or English. At Clínica Hispana Nueva Salud Lawndale you can start your care the same day you walk in, Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM.

How do I know if I have diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol?

They often cause no symptoms until damage is done. We use the diagnostic values from U.S. medical guidelines: fasting glucose of 126 mg/dL or more, or A1C of 6.5% or more, indicates diabetes; blood pressure of 130/80 or more at two visits indicates hypertension; LDL cholesterol above 100 to 160 mg/dL, depending on your risk, needs treatment. A blood test and a blood pressure reading are enough to find out.

What does the care include?

• First visit: history, physical exam, blood tests (glucose, A1C, lipids, kidney) and a urine test for protein.
• Treatment plan: affordable generic medications, personal goals for glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol, and an eating plan adapted to Latino food.
• Follow-up visits every 3 months with A1C and dose adjustment; every 6 to 12 months, a lipid panel and kidney function.
• Yearly foot check and referral for a retina exam in patients with diabetes.
• Prescriptions and refills: call ahead to check availability and avoid a full visit every time.

What are the treatment goals?

For most adults: A1C below 7%, blood pressure below 130/80 and LDL below 100 mg/dL, or below 70 if you have already had a heart attack or stroke. The doctor adjusts the goals to your age and other conditions.

What happens if I don't manage them?

Poorly controlled diabetes and high blood pressure damage the heart, kidneys, eyes and foot nerves over the years. Most of that damage is prevented with steady control, and many patients cut back on medication as their diet and weight improve.

How much does chronic disease care cost?

The Complete General Checkup package (blood panel, A1C and urinalysis, with a free medical visit) costs $99 in our current promotions. Follow-up tests are priced individually. Ask for the price when you arrive or call us at (832) 530-4188: direct payment by cash or card, no insurance needed. We work with low-cost generic medications.

Why choose Clínica Hispana Nueva Salud Lawndale?

We are a Hispanic and Latino clinic in Houston: we care for you 100% in Spanish, with no appointment needed and no insurance needed. Find a medical center near you at 7040 Lawndale St # B, Houston, TX 77023, open Monday through Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM. Our team treats every patient with respect, time and clear explanations.

Insurance and payment

We do not work with health insurance: we offer affordable, transparent self-pay pricing and accept cash and cards. Ask us about the cost of your service before your visit.

Areas we serve

We care for patients across the East End of Houston and nearby areas: Eastwood, Segundo Barrio, Magnolia Park, Forest Hill, Gulfgate, Idylwild and Manchester, and welcome patients from across the greater Houston, TX metro area.