Unsung Heroes: Best of the Best
February 16, 2024
Offer a hat tip to the Unsung Heroes who were recognized during Week 4 of our “Celebrate the Best of ” contest. More than 30 people were recognized by colleagues with posts in Salutes & Sentiments in My UT Health, providing examples of fine …
Message from the President
February 16, 2024
Dear faculty, staff and students: I have to be away for a few months to receive medical treatment, beginning Feb. 19, 2024. The outlook for successful treatment and my return is excellent. The chancellor has appointed Dr. Rob Hromas to serve as acting …
KENS 5: Healthy SA | Taking the moves to prevent cancer in yourself
February 15, 2024
Cynthia Cantu, MD, department of medicine, division of general internal medicine, and Shraddha Dalwadi, MD, department of radiation oncology, Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, were interviewed for this news se …
Give Cancer the Boot: Survivorship 5K/1 Mile Walk registration open
February 15, 2024
Registration is open for the 7th annual Give Cancer the Boot Survivorship 5K/1 Mile Walk. Register today and join cancer survivors, families and other supporters for the 7th annual Give Cancer the Boot: Survivorship 5K/1 Mile Walk on April 6 at …
KABB TV (FoxSA): Valet’s selfless service to cancer patient recognized with gigantic tip
February 15, 2024
Gabriel Madrid, valet, Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, was honored KABB TV (FoxSA) in San Antonio for the kindness he showed to the family of a cancer patient. Watch Now
Employees rank UT Health San Antonio best for culture, outlook
February 14, 2024
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, employees are increasingly seeking personal fulfillment and increased value from their jobs, according to workplace research groups LinkedIn, Gallup and Gartner. This includes the feeling of a strong and shared purpose. They want to be able to share their talents and be stimulated and valued. In addition to aligning with a personal mission, job stability and security also are vital factors driving satisfaction.
Scientific American: How Risky Are Repeat COVID Infections? What We Know So Far
February 14, 2024
Sunil Ahuja, MD, department of medicine, division of infectious diseases, was quoted in this news story. Read More
KENS 5: ‘She was near death’ | San Antonio couple claims they were poisoned by tainted alcohol in Mexico City
February 14, 2024
Shawn Varney, MD, department of emergency medicine, was interviewed for this news segment. Watch Now
UT Health San Antonio doctors among first to implant rechargeable deep brain stimulation device
February 14, 2024
Doctors at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) are among the nation’s first to implant a newly approved sensing rechargeable deep brain stimulation device with a 15-year battery life allowing more …
UT Health San Antonio doctors among first to implant rechargeable deep brain stimulation device
February 14, 2024
Allows more continual treatment for movement disorder patients Contact: Steven Lee, (210) 450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 14, 2024 – Doctors at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) are amon …