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UTMB Clear Lake Campus recognized as a Comprehensive Stroke Center

November 7, 2024 • 11:12 a.m.

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Clear Lake Campus has received certification from DNV as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of competence for treatment of serious stroke events and complications.

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Doctor’s Orders: Get educated, get support when you’re on a weight-loss journey

October 23, 2024 • 4:59 p.m.

A yo-yo dieter for many years, Felicity Cunningham shares her journey as a bariatric patient. “My main message to everyone is that surgery is a wonderful tool, but you still must make the choices and the commitment. And you’ll get all the help you need at UTMB.”

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UTMB recognized with specialty excellence clinical achievements from Healthgrades

October 22, 2024 • 1:16 p.m.

UTMB receives Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Awards, placing the hospital among the nation’s top 10% for pulmonary care, gastrointestinal surgery and critical care.

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Understanding male breast cancer: insights from a survivor and an expert

October 21, 2024 • 7:46 a.m. by Community Impact Storytelling team

Bill Garwood, a male breast cancer survivor, and his surgical oncologist Dr. Colleen Silva share insights on the disease that impacts approximately one in 1,000 men.

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Helping patients navigate the unknown

October 19, 2024 • 2:55 p.m.

For more than 15 years, Lizzie Hernandez has helped cancer patients access the care they need.

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Mobile mammography program makes screenings accessible to women around the community

October 17, 2024 • 12:00 a.m.

To better serve women in the community, particularly uninsured and underinsured women, UTMB Health launched the Mobile Mammography program in 1999 and has been providing easier access to breast cancer screenings for women who need them.

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‘Don't let your non-insured status stop you from getting checked--UTMB will help.’

October 15, 2024 • 12:00 a.m.

Ella Thibodeaux skipped her mammogram one year, the next year she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

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Pioneer researcher Dr. Jay Levy to keynote HIV symposium

October 14, 2024 • 10:02 a.m.

Dr. Jay Levy, a trailblazer in HIV research, delivers the keynote address at the upcoming University of Texas Medical Branch HIV Symposium on October 15 at 9:15 a.m.

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Men aren't immune to breast cancer

October 14, 2024 • 12:00 a.m.

Bill Garwood, a breast cancer survivor, shares his story of the diagnosis he never saw coming.

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A decade of Think Pink

October 13, 2024 • 3:28 p.m.

While the specific design and contents of the special section published through the Galveston County Daily News has evolved over the years, the goal remains to share information about breast cancer treatment and screening options, as well as resources for survivors.

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UTMB doctor discusses historic uniportal robotic lobectomies

October 9, 2024 • 2:11 p.m.

Dr. Roman Petrov shares his insights on successfully performing the first robotic uniportal lobectomies in the United States

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Mom-daughter duo reflect on UTMB's support through high school sports injury

September 30, 2024 • 11:42 a.m.

From hands on care to thorough communication and support, learn how UTMB was there for a local family as their daughter faced and recovered from a severe sports injury.

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Research programs provide mental health resources for area youth

September 25, 2024 • 8:53 a.m.

The Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Behavioral Activation programs are free and designed for eligible participants between the ages of eight and 20 who are not currently dealing with a mental health emergency such as psychosis or immediately suicidal thoughts.

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Joint Replacement in a Day program offered to eligible candidates

September 23, 2024 • 8:48 a.m. by Jacquelyn Chorush, Multiplatform Journalist with Community Impact

This approach, which enhances patient experiences by enabling more comfortable, home-based recoveries, is offered by Dr. Paul Dicpinigaitis and Dr. Bardia Barimani, board-certified orthopedic surgeons who both specialize in joint replacement and reconstruction surgeries.

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Faculty members discuss passions, finding balance during annual conference

September 10, 2024 • 1:26 p.m.

During a panel discussion at the 16th annual Galveston Women's Conference, three female UTMB faculty members shared their passions outside of work and how they help them find balance in life.

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Prostate cancer symptoms, survivorship, and risk factors

September 5, 2024 • 4:54 a.m.

Dr. Darpan Patel with the UTMB School of Nursing shares insights on prostate cancer treatments, screenings and more.

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Learning disabilities 101

August 29, 2024 • 11:40 a.m.

During the latest segment with Houston Moms, psychologist and assistant professor Dr. Kimberly Gushanas talked about all things learning disabilities.

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UTMB Health provides virtual mental health services to area school districts through statewide initiative

August 19, 2024 • 1:38 p.m. by Sierra Rozen, Senior Multiplatform Journalist with Community Impact

To help increase access to much needed mental health support services, a free statewide initiative called Texas Child Health Access Through Telemedicine (TCHATT) has been implemented in school districts across the state.

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Organ-on-a-chip technology to help advance women's, pregnancy health

August 13, 2024 • 10:00 a.m.

In the video, Dr. Ramkumar Menon discusses the technology that allows scientists to study gestational disease using miniature organ models made up of human cells embedded onto silicon surfaces.

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Study vets new approach to providing best care

August 9, 2024 • 10:38 a.m.

A value-based care initiative at The University of Texas Medical Branch made significant progress toward goals in blood management, antimicrobial treatment, laboratory services, imaging services and opioid stewardship, according to a study published in the Journal of Healthcare Management.

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