Dental graduate’s worldview drives passion for access to care

April 21, 2022

As she prepares to graduate from the School of Dentistry with her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree this May, Alaa Diab says personal experiences with access to care has shaped her view on health care and instills a passionate involvement in community outreach and advocacy.



2022 Presidential Ambassador Scholars recognized

April 7, 2022

UT Health San Antonio’s new Presidential Ambassador Scholars for 2022 were officially recognized by President William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, on April 4. Dr. Henrich presented each student with their medals and recognized their achievements, with each ambassador awarded a $5,000 scholarship. The ambassadors represent the student body and the university at numerous events throughout […]





UT Health San Antonio’s annual family-friendly event highlighting science returns to the Witte Museum

April 5, 2022

This Fiesta, UT Health San Antonio’s Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS) is hosting its annual Viva Science SA℠ on Saturday, April 9 inside the Mays Family Center at The Witte Museum. Viva Science SA℠ was paused in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic. Organizers are excited the free and family-friendly event makes its return. Attendees will experience interactive, […]


UT Health San Antonio offers summer program for people with aphasia

April 1, 2022

Although stroke is the most common cause, aphasia can also occur due to traumatic brain injury or neurodegenerative disorders. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at UT Health San Antonio is hosting a summer program to help people with aphasia improve their communication skills.

Speech-language pathology is the best treatment for aphasia.