- Read the full article from SA Women Bariatric surgery is becoming more common and is a safe and effective way to treat obesity. At UT Health San Anotnio our physicians are partenering to not only provide bariatric and metabolic surgeries but the care and supportive services patients may need following their procedures. Learn how our plastic surgery department helps patients with excess skin following weight loss from bariatric surgery.
- UT Health Physicians is excited to offer our patients Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) Cycle Sessions. This leading-edge therapy uses pulses of electrical stimulation to strengthen paralyzed or weakened muscles, reduce atrophy and reduce muscle spasms. FES cycle sessions are customized to care for your specific needs and have shown to improve the symptoms of:
- Read the article from San Antonio Magazine Dr. Thomas Patterson, UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine professor, shares how UT Health San Antonio is participating in clinical trials to develop safe and effective therapies for COVID-19 and the the work it has done on vaccine research. Read the article from San Antonio Magazine
- Read the article from the San Antonio Express-News COVID-19 cases in San Antonio are on the rise. Dr. Jan Patterson, an infectious disease physician at UT Health San Antonio, was interviewed by the San Antonio Express News, sharing that "the spike is cause for concern, but it is not a surprise." Read the article from the San Antonio Express-News
- As you go back to work, travel, or attend events you might be asked if you’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19 or if you have recent test results. Now, you can share your information quickly, easily, and securely, right from MyChart by: - Generating barcodes that can be scanned right from your mobile device.
- Each year, the month of November is an opportunity to talk about men’s health. Globally, men die an average of 5 years earlier than women—that’s why the Movember initiative aims to bring awareness to the largely preventable causes of death in men and how to combat them. Each year, men are encouraged to grow a mustache and start life-saving conversations about men’s health, including the actions men can take to live healthier, happier, longer lives. Make mental health a priority
- Read the article from Kens 5 As the omicron COVID variant is making its way across the globe, Dr. Jason Bowling, an infectious disease specialist with UT Health San Antonio, was interviewed by KENS5 on the precautions to take to protect yourself from this variant.
- Read the Article on News4 San Antonio UT Health San Antonio partnered with a son who stepped up to be a living donor for his mother. Learn about the impact living donors have. Read the Article on News4 San Antonio
- The holidays are best celebrated safely! As we enter the holiday season, find peace of mind in celebrating with these guidelines that allow for more activities and events together while keeping us safe and healthy. Keep events fun and safe If possible, events should be held outside or in a place gathering-goers have plenty of space. This allows guests to gather safely indoors and encourage greater social distancing.
- To help you plan around the Thanksgiving holiday, please take note of the dates our locations will be closed during the month of November. All offices and locations will be closed on the following days: Thursday, November 25th Friday, November 26th As always, we will be available to answer your phone call to 210-450-9000. You can also send your doctor a message, any time, using your MyChart account.
