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Check out these gourd-eous works of art from the Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics department! Which design would fit your #halloween style?
Women veterans took centerstage during the 9th annual Combat PTSD Conference. UT Health San Antonio and the STRONG STAR Consortium brought together servicemembers, veterans, and speakers to share their experiences and the latest #PTSD research. Tap the link in the bio to read more from Texas Public Radio. #UTHSCSA https://bit.ly/4f3hTIr
Congratulations to Patrick Sung, DPhil, for receiving the 2024 Basser Global Prize! He has been awarded the prestigious prize for his groundbreaking contributions in elucidating the DNA repair functions of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. The award recognizes his contributions in advancing the knowledge of these critical genes and their implications for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Join us in celebrating his incredible achievement. #UTHSCSA #cancer https://bit.ly/48jSlED
How far would you go to help a stranger? For Kelley M. K. Hitchman, PhD, a selfless act started a journey to climb one of the tallest mountains in the world. #UTHSCSA https://bit.ly/3YhloE1
It's takeover time on the Long School of Medicine Instagram story. Follow along with Stephanie Haddad, MD, as she takes you through a day in the life of a first-year fellow with the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Mays Cancer Center. #UTHSCSA #medicaleducation #cancer #texas https://bit.ly/3ZntIo2
Simon Gayther, PhD, professor of medicine at the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine and founding director of the Center for Inherited Oncogenesis, has been awarded a prestigious $500,000 UT System STARs award! This funding will support Dr. Gayther's groundbreaking research on cancer in underserved populations, particularly those of Mexican American ancestry in South Texas. Dr. Gayther's work aims to uncover genetic risk factors unique to this community and develop better tools for cancer screening, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. UTHSCSA #cancerresearch #texas #medicalresearch https://bit.ly/3YBhnMh
Marcela Mazo-Canola, MD, explains to KENS 5 the most important breast cancer risk factors and the importance of early detection. #breastcancerawarenessmonth #uthscsa https://bit.ly/4dUz11F
The connection between the kidneys, heart and metabolic diseases is complex. This close link has led to the concept of cardio-renal-metabolic syndromes. As diabetes rates rise and the U.S. population ages, doctors are seeing more patients with both kidney and heart problems. Join us at the 7th Annual Cardio Renal Metabolic Connections Conference to learn more and discuss these important health issues. This CME program will provide valuable education and foster discussions. #uthscsa https://bit.ly/4cSWKPt
For recent graduate Katerina Papanikolaou, MD, her specialty in orthopedics is all about improving a patient's quality of life. Tap the link to learn more about the opportunities at the Long School of Medicine that could help you create a career in medicine. #uthscsa #classof2024 #medicalschool #texas https://bit.ly/44JzuRo