KENS 5: San Antonio doctor invents hiccup cure for children and adults
November 23, 2021
Dr. Ali Seifi, Neurosurgery, was interviewed for this KENS 5 story about the device he invented to stop hiccups called the Hiccaway. Watch story
San Antonio Express-News: 240,000 Texas children ages 5-11 got first dose of COVID vaccine ahead of Thanksgiving break
November 22, 2021
Dr. Tess Barton, Pediatrics, was interviewed for this San Antonio Express-News story about getting COVID-19 shots for children heading into the holiday season and the concerns some parents still have about getting their children under 12 vaccinated. Read story
KENS 5: Local doctors answer booster shot questions after eligibility expands
November 22, 2021
Dr. Jan Patterson, Infectious Diseases, answered questions in this KENS 5 story about expanded booster shot eligibility to adults and how the move should make holiday gatherings even safer. Watch story
KSAT 12: How over-the-counter COVID-19 tests could bring ease to family gatherings this holiday season
November 22, 2021
Dr. Ruth Berggren, Infectious Diseases, Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics, spoke to KSAT 12 viewers about at-home COVID-19 tests being a good safety precaution to have around during family gatherings this holiday season. Watch story
Robotic surgical approach provides faster recovery for testicular cancer patients
November 19, 2021
The newer procedure is called robotic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, or robotic RPLND. Although the procedure has been previously reported, Mays Cancer Center developed technical improvements to make it safer, more effective and applicable in new indications.
New virtual clinic connects Texas to addiction medicine and recovery services
November 19, 2021
In partnership with UT Health San Antonio, Be Well Texas, a new statewide addiction medicine treatment option, has launched virtual services for those seeking recovery from substance use disorders and mental health challenges.
