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UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry promotes lifesaving with Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Nina Murray admits she was “one of those people” who rarely went to the dentist. But going, when she did, might have saved her life. Last September, she detected what she first thought was an ulcer inside her right cheek, but it quickly turned into a hard lump and started hurting. “Something’s not right,” she […]
Dental resident wins Byrd-Tillerson-Walker award at Southwest Society of OMS annual meeting
The Southwest Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (SWSOMS) Combined Annual Meeting held April 3–5, in collaboration with the Osteo Science Foundation, brought together leading voices in the field for a weekend of education, research and professional connection.
Among the many highlights of the event was the Byrd-Tillerson-Walker Residents’ Day Presentations, during which residents from the Southwest region’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training programs present abstracts of interesting cases, research projects and papers.
School of Dentistry welcomes Tarang Kheradia, MBBS, MPH, to lead clinical information systems
The School of Dentistry is proud to announce the appointment of Tarang Kheradia, MBBS, MPH, as the new director of clinical information systems, effective April 21. In this role, Kheradia will lead the integration and optimization of the Epic system across the school’s clinical environment, enhancing how providers deliver and manage patient care.
Celebrating service milestones at the School of Dentistry
UT Health San Antonio employees celebrating milestone anniversaries — ranging from five to 50 years of service within the UT System — were honored on April 17 during the annual Service Anniversary Celebration. Among them, 60 dedicated members of the School of Dentistry were recognized for reaching these significant career achievements:
5-year Milestone
Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, honored with dual awards for excellence in endodontics
The UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is proud to share that Anibal R.
School of Dentistry celebrates Hamsi Nathan, 2025 Presidential Ambassador Scholar
The UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry is proud to recognize third-year dental student Hamsi Nathan as the 2025 Presidential Ambassador Scholar representing the school. Nathan was officially recognized by Francisco G. Cigarroa, MD, senior executive vice president for health affairs and health system, during an awards ceremony held April 15 in the Academic and Administration Building.
Magnesium channel key to immune cell shift offers new hope for oral cancer prevention, treatment
The ability of macrophages, a type of white blood cell, to transition into one of two forms, is critical for immune system functionality. These cells can morph into fighter cells (M1) that cause inflammation and attack invading pathogens, or nurse cells (M2) that soothe the inflammation and promote tissue repair after the battle. While researchers […]
Kenneth Hargreaves named dean of UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry
Kenneth M. Hargreaves, DDS, PhD, has been named dean of the School of Dentistry, effective May 1, 2025. A renowned researcher and educator, Hargreaves succeeds Peter M. Loomer, DDS, PhD, MBA, who led the school to new heights in research, rankings and community care during his tenure.
2025 Presidential Ambassador Scholars recognized
UT Health San Antonio’s 2025 Presidential Ambassador Scholars were officially recognized by Francisco Cigarroa, MD, senior executive vice president for health affairs and health system, during an awards ceremony at the Academic and Administration Building April 15. Since 1988, the Presidential Ambassador Scholar Awards have been provided to outstanding students from each of the five schools […]
Overcoming dental anxiety: Your path to a healthier smile
Dental visits can be a source of anxiety for many individuals. According to a 2021 study, dental anxiety is one of the most common conditions present among the masses globally. If the thought of sitting in the dentist's chair makes you uneasy, you are not alone.
Academic collaboration between The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Ain Al Khaleej Hospital
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) has entered into a significant academic collaboration with Ain Al Khaleej Hospital and the University for Health Sciences in Al Ain City. This collaboration underscores UT Health San Antonio’s commitment to advancing health care education globally and strengthening academic ties with international institutions.
Celebrating excellence: UT Health San Antonio earns top spots in YourSA Readers’ Choice Awards
Every year, South Texans cast their votes in the YourSA San Antonio Express-News Readers’ Choice Awards, selecting the health care providers they trust most — and the results are in. UT Health San Antonio, nominated as a Most Trusted Brand, secured first place in multiple categories, including dentistry, orthopaedics and as the region’s best medical […]
Celebrating Dr. Adriana Segura’s retirement and legacy
The School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio is proud to honor Adriana Segura, DDS, MS, on her retirement on March 1, 2025, from her role as senior associate dean for academic, faculty and student affairs. Dr. Segura has been an integral part of the institution for over 25 years, shaping the future of dentistry through her dedication to students, faculty, patients and academic excellence.
Pediatric resident earns recognition for pediatric and special care dentistry research
The School of Dentistry is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Nida-e-Haque Mahmud, DDS, BDS, MS, a resident in the pediatric residency program, who recently secured first place in the dental student and resident poster competition at the National Special Care Dentistry Association’s (SCDA) 2025 SCDA Con.
School of Dentistry students experience immersive exchange program in Japan
From March 1 to March 8, a group of dental students and faculty from UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry embarked on an enriching exchange program in Japan.
43rd Annual School of Dentistry Research and Clinical Symposium
The School of Dentistry celebrated its 43rd Annual Research and Clinical Symposium this March in the Holly Auditorium and Foyer at UT Health San Antonio. This year’s symposium welcomed a full auditorium as pre-doctoral, doctoral and post-doctoral students, residents, faculty and dental students presented a total of 45 oral and poster research projects.
Graduate student receives 2025 Outstanding PhD Student Research Award
The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Awards Committee has named Jaclyn Merlo, MS, a standout researcher in the field of pain therapeutics, as the 2025 Outstanding PhD Student Research Awardee.
School of Dentistry student elected to national leadership position with the American Student Dental Association
The School of Dentistry is pleased to share that Megan Kalpin, a third-year dental student, was elected to serve as the 2025–2026 District 10 Trustee for the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) during their Annual Session meeting.
As a member of the ASDA Board of Trustees, Kalpin will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction of the association, advocating for dental students and ensuring the continued success of ASDA’s initiatives.
Faculty advancements in the School of Dentistry Office of the Dean
The School of Dentistry is proud to announce the advancements of three esteemed faculty members, each taking on new leadership roles within the Office of the Dean, made effective March 1. These appointments reflect the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, student success and faculty development.
Troendle recognized with the Stephen H. Leeper Award for teaching excellence
Karen B. Troendle, DDS, MPH, distinguished teaching professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, has been awarded the Stephen H. Leeper Award for Teaching Excellence by Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU).