News Release: 6/10/2026

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Getting Answers Sooner: HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood Reaches Milestone in Advanced Lung Care

KINGWOOD, Texas (June 10, 2026) — For patients facing the uncertainty of a suspicious lung nodule, getting answers quickly can make all the difference.

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood has reached a significant milestone in helping Northeast Houston residents navigate that journey, completing its 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedure.

As the first hospital in Northeast Houston to offer robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is expanding access to advanced lung care closer to home. The minimally invasive technology uses real-time 3D imaging and advanced navigation to help physicians reach and biopsy small or difficult-to-access lung nodules with greater precision.

For many patients, the procedure can provide critical information needed to determine the next steps in their care without the need for more invasive surgery.

“This milestone reflects the expertise and dedication of our pulmonary specialists and care teams, who are committed to bringing innovative care options to our community,” said John Corbeil Chief Executive Officer HCA Healthcare Kingwood . “By offering advanced technology like robotic-assisted bronchoscopy, we are helping improve access to earlier diagnosis and treatment for patients throughout Northeast Houston.”

The achievement highlights HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood’s continued investment in innovative pulmonary care and its focus on improving access to advanced healthcare services throughout Northeast Houston.

Patients who require further evaluation of lung nodules can now benefit from technology designed to help physicians navigate deep within the lungs with greater accuracy, supporting timely diagnosis and personalized treatment planning.

About HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is a 457-bed acute care hospital serving the Lake Houston area for more than 30 years. It features the region’s only Level II trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center and a certified chest pain center. The hospital is recognized for excellence in advanced neuroscience, orthopedics and women’s and children’s services, including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and the area’s only pediatric emergency department. The hospital is a 2024-2025 recipient of Healthgrades' "America’s 250 Best Hospitals" and "50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence" awards. Learn more at HCAhoustonhealthcare.com/kingwood.

About HCA Houston Healthcare

HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With a colleague base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 outpatient surgery centers, 26 freestanding emergency centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the new University of Houston College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.