In Memoriam: Charles A. Rockwood Jr., MD, legendary orthopaedic educator and EMS founder
February 9, 2022
Renowned orthopaedic surgeon Charles A. Rockwood Jr., MD, died Feb. 1 at age 92 after a 60-year career in San Antonio. Joining the UT medical school faculty in San Antonio in 1966, he was one of the medical school’s founding faculty members, retiring j …
In Memoriam: Charles A. Rockwood Jr., MD, legendary orthopaedic educator and EMS founder
February 8, 2022
Please note: This post has been updated with a revised date and time of memorial services. Contact: Will Sansom, 210-567-2579, sansom@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO (Feb. 8, 2022) — Renowned orthopaedic surgeon Charles A. Rockwood Jr., MD, died Feb. 1 at age …
UT Health San Antonio cardio-oncology program recognized as a Center of Excellence
February 8, 2022
The cardio-oncology program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has been recognized by the International Cardio-Oncology Society as a Center of Excellence, reflecting its exceptionally high level of expertise in cardiovascul …
UT Health San Antonio cardio-oncology program recognized as a Center of Excellence
February 8, 2022
Contact: Steven Lee, 210-450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO – The cardio-oncology program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has been recognized by the International Cardio-Oncology Society as a Center of Excellence, …
KSAT 12 TV: Lifestyle changes can prevent 80% of cardiovascular deaths, UT Health SA doctor says
February 7, 2022
Dr. Dawn Hui, Cardiothoracic Surgery, answered questions during this live, KSAT 12 Leading SA weekend morning show interview segment where she discussed risk factors of heart disease, the pandemic-related changes in lifestyle she has seen that affects …
A Message from the Dean: Leadership Transition for UT Health Physicians on the retirement of Dr. Rosende
February 7, 2022
Carlos A. Rosende, MD, FACS, former executive vice dean for clinical affairs and executive director of UT Health Physicians, retired on January 31, 2022. Carlos A. Rosende, MD, FACS Dr. Rosende has had a long and distinguished career with UT Health San …
UT Dentistry is making care more convenient for UT Health San Antonio community
February 7, 2022
UT Dentistry’s newly opened General Dentistry Clinic makes finding the time for and scheduling regular dental checkups easier and less stressful.
A Message from the President: Director of the Greehey Children’s Cancer Institute appointed
February 7, 2022
Dear faculty, staff, students and residents: We are pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Sung, D. Phil, as director of the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute (GCCRI) at UT Health San Antonio, effective March 1, 2022. Patrick Sung, …
Hispanic Center of Excellence provides dental professionals for underserved communities
February 7, 2022
Contact: Steven Lee, 210-450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO – A Hispanic Center of Excellence at the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is filling a need for dental professionals in underserved counties of Texas by recruiting students from …
Dr. John H. Calhoon elected President of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons
February 4, 2022
John H. Calhoon, MD, professor and chair of the President’s Council for Excellence in Surgery at UT Health San Antonio, was elected President of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) during the organization’s annual meeting on Jan. 30, 2022.