Texas Standard: This thing really sucks: Texas neurologist’s straw could cure hiccup cases
July 8, 2021
Dr. Ali Seifi, Neurosurgery, is quoted in this statewide public radio story about the science-based hiccups intervention called the “forced inspiratory suction and swallow tool,” or FISST. Listen here.
Take the Wellness 360 survey and enter to win a UT Health San Antonio swag bag
July 8, 2021
With a commitment to continually improve the care and services provided by Wellness 360, we ask that you take this 3-5 minute survey to help us learn how we can better care for everyone at UT Health San Antonio. The survey will close July 30.
KENS 5: San Antonio mother gives son gift of life twice, donates kidney
July 7, 2021
UT Health San Antonio’s Dr. Ashley Garcia-Everett, Nephrology, and her husband, a local lung ICU doctor, were featured on KENS 5, after navigating a long course that saved their baby’s life – culminating with a kidney transplant from mom. The online st …
U.S. News & World Report: Almost all cancer patients respond well to COVID-19 vaccines
July 6, 2021
This U.S. News & World Report article features a new study that shows 94% of patients with cancer respond well to COVID-19 vaccines. Study co-authors are from the Mays Cancer Center and the University of Geneva. Read story.
Texas Standard: Ask a doctor: Understanding the delta variant and protecting children from COVID-19
July 6, 2021
Dr. Fred Campbell, General and Hospital Medicine, spoke to listeners of the statewide public radio show, Texas Standard, where he discussed several topics including what makes the delta variant different from other forms of the coronavirus and how to p …
CJ’s gift: How a doctor couple saved their baby’s life and gained valuable perspective on patient care
July 6, 2021
Contact: Steven Lee, 210-450-3823, lees22@uthscsa.edu A day after baby CJ’s heart stopped, twice, his parents were presented grim options including a future for him hooked to machines or in end-of-life hospice care. Something kept them going, a feeling …
KENS 5 Medical Minute: Erectile dysfunction: What you should know
July 5, 2021
Dr. Alexander Rozanski, Urologist with UT Health Physicians, talks about erectile dysfunction and treatment options in this KENS 5 Medical Minute. Medical Minute is a collaboration between UT Health San Antonio and KENS 5. Watch video
Partnership allows employees to support veterans through mentorship program
July 5, 2021
UT Health San Antonio employees now have the opportunity to support veterans and the Armed Forces through a partnership with American Corporate Partners (ACP), a national, non-profit organization dedicated to helping military service members transition …
2021 Presidential Ambassador Scholars introduced
July 5, 2021
UT Health San Antonio’s new Presidential Ambassador Scholars for 2021 were officially recognized by President William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, at a small luncheon on May 14 in the Academic and Administration Building. Typically held with a reception and g …
KSAT 12 Q&A: Pediatric infectious disease specialist answers questions about COVID-19 vaccine for kids
July 5, 2021
Dr. Tess Barton, Pediatrics, is quoted in this story. Read more