There is no cure for lymphedema but there are innovative surgical treatment options that may help reduce swelling and prevent complications. Anton Fries, MD, chief of plastic and reconstructive surgery, explains two microsurgery procedures he performs called the lymphovenous bypass and the vascularized lymph node transfer. Click here to listen to his explanation of these procedures. If you would…
Discounted XFL championship game tickets are available to all UT Health San Antonio students, faculty, friends and family. Click here and use promo code 2023Partner to purchase tickets for the May 13 game at the Alamodome. UT Health San Antonio is the official local sports medicine provider for the XFL and San Antonio Brahmas , the city’s XFL football team. UT Health San Antonio’s Katherine…
Read the full story here . It is a phenomenon proved to be true more and more through the years. Vasectomies increase during March Madness. The excitement of this basketball tournament provides the perfect environment for a man to follow doctor's orders and sit back and relax with an ice pack. To learn more about vasectomies and and if it is the right choice for you, meet with a urologist .
Read the full story on KSAT's website. The CDC is urging frequent hand washing to help prevent the spread of a serious strain of Shigella. Shigella is a bacteria that is responsible for a serious stomach bug that causes cramps and diarrhea. This newest strain of Shigella bacteria is concerning doctors because of its resistance to common antibiotics. The best way to keep you and your loved ones…
We asked our employees, what does the patient experience mean to you? Numerous essays were submitted, all displaying incredible insight and inspiration. Read below the submission that was awarded second place in our essay contest. Patient Experience for UT Health is defined as the sum of all interactions, shaped by an organization’s culture, that influence patient perceptions across the…
Read the full story here . Physical activity is always recommended for your health, but how much physical activity can make a difference? This study discusses how for older adults the small difference of 500 steps can actually go a long way. "This study continues to support evidence that the addition of even small amounts of physical activity can greatly reduce the risk of developing…
Outpatient Rehabilitation at UT Health Physicians was recognized by Press Ganey as a 2022 Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award® winner. This award honors exceptional teams who rank in the top 5% across the nation for providing their patients with the highest quality of care every day. The distinction recognizes UT Health Physicians for putting the human experience at the heart of…
San Antonio packed the Alamodome for the inaugural XFL Brahmas game with over 24,000 fans and UT Health San Antonio represented as the team's official sports medicine provider. Specialists from orthopaedics to primary care to emergency medicine will provide on-the-field medical care throughout the season. UT Health San Antonio’s orthopaedic providers Katherine Bartush, MD, head orthopaedic…, Purchase discounted tickets here, and enter the promo code: 2023PARTNER, Appointments Available, Our patients - and athletes - benefit from our latest therapies, personalized treatment plans and skilled specialists. We empower you to do what you love - safely. To make an appointment, visit UTHealthCare.org/Ortho
Most people know to seek immediate medical care when feeling pain or pressure in their chest, says cardiothoracic surgeon, Dawn Hui, MD. But our heart gives us early warning signs before a major heart attack that are often ignored including heartburn and swelling. Here’s how to recognize the more subtle symptoms of heart disease — and what to do about them. Watch the video. Make an appointment…
We asked our employees, what does the patient experience mean to you? Numerous essays were submitted, all displaying incredible insight and inspiration. Read below the submission that was awarded first place in our essay contest. My mom is a disabled veteran and a public health nurse. We lived in a rural area where most VA hospitals were greater than a three-hour drive away. Therefore, over the…