Employee spotlight: New COO Andrea Marks sets strategy for growth

November 13, 2019

By Jennifer Meek Andrea Marks has spent her career managing money, but her most meaningful accomplishment doesn’t have any zeros at the end of it. She’s most proud of raising her two sons into strong-minded and independent young adults, traits she’s demonstrated herself as chief financial officer of UT Health San Antonio for nearly a […]




Make money by brushing your teeth

November 7, 2019

The School of Dentistry is recruiting participants for two research studies that involve brushing your teeth twice a day with an electric toothbrush.




New initiative seeks to turn tide on opioid use disorder

November 7, 2019

Most of us know someone who has been touched by substance use disorder, if not in our practices, in our families, friends and communities. Research has shown that substance use disorders are a leading cause of disease and death in the United States and directly cause cancer, overdose death, psychiatric disorders and suicide. In fact, […]

Opioid crisis in the United States


Safety doesn’t happen by an accident. It’s a way of life.

November 7, 2019

The words “chemical safety” conjure up negative images of hazmat suits and flashing warning lights for some. But thanks to one dedicated UT Health San Antonio staff member, no one has to witness such a frightening sight. Meet Rebecca Bloodworth, chemical safety manager at UT Health San Antonio. Bloodworth and her team of three specialists […]