Physicians from UT Health San Antonio, across a variety of specialties have been recognized as "top doctors” by San Antonio Magazine. Of the 484 physicians nominated by their peers 273 are UT Health San Antonio providers. Each year, local physicians are asked to complete an online survey to nominate community doctors they would trust with their own care and that of their families. View San…
A commitment to healthy living is a goal many people set as their New Year’s Resolution. Quitting tobacco is a top resolution across the U.S. because of its negative impact on a person’s finances, lifestyle and health. If you are looking to quit and make that healthy choice, make an appointment with a primary care provider so we can share our resources with you. Whether a person is addicted to…
It is that time of year again, with pollen counts on the rise after our latest cold front, Cedar fever is here. With symptoms often being mistaken for a number of viral illnesses UT Health San Antonio's allergy and immunology specialist, Edward Brooks, M.D., explains what Cedar "fever" really is and how to recognize and treat the signs and symptoms of these allergy issues in a recent article…
Clinical care, research and discovery, and education are the three parts to UT Health San Antonio's mission. In reflecting on this past year and looking to the new one, President of UT Health San Antonio, William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, discussed in a recent article with Invest how UT Health San Antonio has expanded its footprint to better serve the San Antonio community. With upcoming plans…
After a career in corporate fitness and personal training, Kitty Henricksen wanted to pursue a more fulfilling career that allowed her to spend more time with her family. As a new mom, she developed an interest in sonography. She had a passion for helping people and loved babies, so sonography seemed the perfect fit. Today, Henricksen has earned her certifications as a Registered Diagnostic…
Our researchers recently discovered that even a small increase in eating Omega-3 rich foods, like fish, can help protect your brain. The study of 2,183 dementia- and stroke-free participants found that: Higher omega-3 index was associated with larger hippocampal volumes. The hippocampus, a structure in the brain, plays a major role in learning and memory. Consuming more omega-3s was associated…
Katherine Bartush, MD, was a star athlete in high school and college. But constant ACL injuries kept her on the sidelines. Today, Bartush is the director of sports medicine at UT Health San Antonio and the official sports medicine surgeon for UTSA Athletics. She talks about her experience - and determination - to help others with similar injuries in the latest issue of San Antonio Woman magazine…
Much-needed primary and specialty health care, and surgical services, for a growing Northwest Side drew an important step closer with a beam-signing ceremony for the UT Health at Kyle Seale Parkway outpatient and surgery center, signaling that crews have completed the steel construction phase of the project. On Wednesday, leaders of UT Health Physicians, the clinical practice of UT Health San…
Watch the KENS5 interview . Respiratory illnesses are on the rise and spreading throughout South Texas. In a recent interview on KENS5, Jason Bowling, MD, and Jan Patterson, MD, shared how you can determine which illness you have and how to protect yourself against the threat of respiratory illnesses. KSAT5 Screenshot
More than 15 female UT Health San Antonio physicians were recognized as Women Leaders in Medicine for their contributions to medicine by the Bexar County Medical Society. Each year, female physicians are honored for their excellence in patient care and their dedication to the practice of medicine at the annual awards event. Women Leaders in Medicine Winners , 2022 UT Health San Antonio Colette M. Kohler Award recipients:, Richel Avery, M.D. , Family Medicine Shweta Bansal, M.D. , Nephrology Jessica Blower, M.D. , Family Medicine Jeannie Harden, M.D. , Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Sarah Horn, M.D. , Neurology Elena Jimenez–Gutierrez , M.D., Internal Medicine Marsha Kinney, M.D. , Pathology Cordelia Moscrip, M.D. , Family Medicine Mayra Perez, D.O. , Family Medicine Ambili Ramachandran, M.D. , Internal…