- We’re proud to announce that 190 of our exceptional physicians have been recognized as “Top Doctors” in San Antonio Magazine’s prestigious annual list!This recognition is especially meaningful because it’s based on nominations from fellow physicians—doctors choosing the colleagues they trust most to care for their own families.Spanning a wide range of medical specialties, our physicians make up over 37% of the 502 professionals honored this year, highlighting UT Health San Antonio’s commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
- A retired surgeon places his trust in UT Health San Antonio, becoming part of its history. By Susan Anasagasti John Toohey, MD, spent decades repairing spines and restoring hope. As a retired orthopaedic surgeon and former assistant dean at UT Health San Antonio, Toohey guided countless patients through the maze of chronic back pain, treating them with precision and compassion.
- The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS) and The University of Texas at San Antonio’s College for Health, Community and Policy (UTSA HCaP), are now accepting applications for the 2025 Community Engagement Small Project Grants. One-year grants of up to $5,000 are available for community-academic partnerships collaborating on the development or expansion of projects […]
- Tina Cline Mullins has been recognized with the prestigious 2023-2024 Practice Manager Gold Shield Award for her remarkable leadership and dedication to Otolaryngology (ENT). Known for her exceptional attention to detail and proactive approach, Cline Mullins has consistently demonstrated a commitment to her team and the clinics she manages.
- Dr. Monte Shaheen, Amy Cantu, Debra Hedgepeth, Paige Cockerham and Katie Pollock, demonstrated exemplary teamwork in a high-pressure situation, earning them the 2023-2024 Team Gold Shield Award. Their nomination stems from a critical moment when a patient began experiencing a severe anaphylactic reaction to chemotherapy. The nurses in the infusion room acted swiftly. Amy Cantu, the patient's primary nurse, immediately contacted Dr. Shaheen, the provider on call, who responded within a minute.
- Research findings, strategies target the leading cause of Latino death With cancer still rising in the U.S. Latino population, leaders at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) and national cancer experts have published an online book with innovative recommendations to reduce Latino cancer. The book, “Advancing the […]
- Don’t let the term “hospital food” scare you when you consider the UT Health San Antonio Multispeciality and Research Hospital’s cafeteria.
- Amy Cantu, RN, has been awarded the prestigious 2023-2024 Gold Shield Clinical Award for her exemplary dedication and outstanding nursing skills. Cantu is a senior registered nurse in the Infusion Clinic at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health Science Center San Antonio. Her nomination reflects an extraordinary ability to deliver cutting-edge care while ensuring her patients receive the best outcomes through her meticulous attention to detail and patient-centered approach.
- Stephanie Johnson, a key member of the Epic Care Team at UT Health San Antonio, has been awarded the 2023-2024 Non-Clinical Gold Shield Award for her exceptional contributions to patient safety. Johnson's ability to retain information with an unparalleled level of detail has significantly impacted patient safety and outcomes. Her knowledge and expertise have made her an invaluable asset in streamlining the process of creating, reviewing and finalizing treatment plans.
- The Green Wellness Program: Plants-2-Plate has openings for an intensive six-month program that promotes lifestyle change, including a plant-predominant eating pattern to achieve optimal health. The program will start on Wednesday, Feb. 5, with a deadline to enroll by Jan. 31. The program sessions will be held on Wednesdays from 1:15–2:15 p.m. at the School of […]
