UTHealth Campus News Headlines

Dr. Steven Canfield named urology chief at UTHealth

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:32:42 CST

Urologic oncologist Steven E. Canfield, M.D., has been named chief of the Division of Urology in the Department of Surgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School. Urologists treat diseases of the urinary tract and male reproductive organs.

UTHealth research: Both maternal and paternal age linked to autism

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:09:12 CST

Older maternal and paternal age are jointly associated with having a child with autism, according to a recently published study led by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

Entertainer, former nurse Naomi Judd to keynote PARTNERS 2012 Spring Luncheon

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:35:01 CST

Acclaimed entertainer, hepatitis C survivor and former registered nurse Naomi Judd will be the keynote speaker for the PARTNERS 2012 Spring Luncheon on Thursday, April 26, at the River Oaks Country Club, 1600 River Oaks Blvd. Net proceeds from the event benefit programs to support nursing education, research and student services for The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Nursing.

UTHealth professor appointed to President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:46:39 CST

Harold W. “Bill” Kohl, Ph.D., professor of epidemiology at The University of Texas School of Public Health Austin Regional Campus and professor of kinesiology at The University of Texas at Austin, has been appointed to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (PCFSN) Science Board.

UTHealth researcher awarded grant by Arthritis Foundation

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:31:56 CST

When it comes to treating the millions with osteoarthritis, health care providers could use more options. They can treat symptoms with medications and recommend surgery in severe cases. But, treatments do not address the heart of the problem.

UTHealth joins forces to serve veterans and families

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:31:44 CST

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School has pledged to leverage its missions in education, research and clinical care to meet the unique health care needs of the military and veterans communities.

New UTHealth clinic uses cutting-edge research to treat addictions

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:59:19 CST

An outpatient clinic founded on evidence-based treatments has opened at the Center for Neurobehavioral Research on Addictions (CNRA) at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

UTHealth’s Carmen Dessauer elected to scientific association

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:31:57 CST

Carmen Dessauer, Ph.D., a cell signaling researcher at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), has been named a fellow in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the journal Science. Cell signaling exams the fundamental processes involved in physiology and disease and can lead to the identification of drug targets.

UTHealth School of Dentistry names first endowed chair

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:36:02 CST

Jeryl D. English, D.D.S., MS, chair of the department of orthodontics at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Dentistry, has been appointed as the first holder of the Fred A. and Dianne F. Garrett Endowed Chair in Orthodontics. The appointment was announced by Giuseppe N. Colasurdo, MD, president ad interim of UTHealth.

Dallas ISD middle school employees to get training in student wellness program

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:24:16 CST

On Wednesday, more than 150 Dallas Independent School District middle school employees will receive training in an innovative program designed to help students eat right, be active and learn healthy habits. The program is called the Coordinated Approach to Child Health (CATCH) and was designed in part by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).

UTHealth to host free forum on latest advances in rehabilitation

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:31:53 CST

While you are reading this, there is a good chance you are moving your hands, arms and maybe even your legs. Muscle control is required for activities even as simple as picking up a newspaper. Unfortunately, many people have limited control of body movement.

UTHealth leader named to UT Academy of Health Science Education

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:54:06 CST

Patricia L. Starck, D.S.N., R.N., senior vice president for community affairs at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) and dean of the UTHealth School of Nursing, has been elected to The University of Texas Academy of Health Science Education, an organization of distinguished scholars recognized for their teaching excellence.

First endowed chair established at the UTHealth School of Dentistry

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:26:12 CST

When Fred Garrett was growing up in Kansas in the 1940s, his schoolteacher parents worked hard to make a living in the public school system, setting an example that would shape his life.

UTHealth and UT Brownsville partner for dual degree

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:52:58 CST

Officials from The University of Texas at Brownsville and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Public Health signed an agreement on Friday, Jan. 6 to partner on the 4+1 Joint Degree Program in Public Health.

Sea Snails Help Scientists Explore a Possible Way to Enhance Memory

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 21:32:33 CST

Efforts to help people with learning impairments are being aided by a species of sea snail known as Aplysia californica. The mollusk, which is used by researchers to study the brain, has much in common with other species including humans. Research involving the snail has contributed to the understanding of learning and memory.

UTHealth researchers link multiple sclerosis to different area of brain

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:54:55 CST

Radiology researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) have found evidence that multiple sclerosis affects an area of the brain that controls cognitive, sensory and motor functioning apart from the disabling damage caused by the disease’s visible lesions.

Research finds Medicare and private insurance spending similar throughout Texas

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:26:33 CST

Variations in health care spending by Medicare and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) are similar throughout the state despite previous research, which found significant spending differences between the private and commercial sector in McAllen, Texas. The latest research results from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), the Commonwealth Fund, and the Brookings Institution are published in The American Journal of Managed Care’s December web exclusive issue.

Annual Cardiology Preventive Forum focuses on “Million Hearts”

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:55:32 CST

The ‘Million Hearts” initiative will be featured at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) 22^nd annual Preventive Cardiology Forum from 7:30 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012 at the UTHealth Medical School, 6431 Fannin St.

New approach to nursing education gives students the chance to ‘live like a nurse’

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:51:06 CST

Since they were pre-teens, Kathrine McKay and Kathryn Lito had aspirations of pursuing a nursing career. So when they applied to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Nursing, they decided to take an accelerated approach to their education with the new Pacesetters program.

Unique, collaborative program improves care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:22:55 CST

Having recently completed graduate school, Faiza Sheikh knew she wanted to work with children with autism, but realized that she, like many other up-and-coming health care professionals, did not have the necessary experience to do so.

Baha Sibai, M.D., leader in maternal-fetal medicine, joins UTHealth

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:56:10 CST

Baha M. Sibai, M.D., an internationally recognized researcher and clinician in maternal-fetal medicine, will be joining the faculty of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School as a professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences.

New UTHealth research-based colic clinic helps infants and families

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:28:55 CST

The wail of a colicky baby can send parents into near panic and cause sleepless nights for all. Now, two innovative research studies are being conducted at the new UT Physicians Colic Clinic at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) to help both crying babies and their worried parents.

UT Physicians announces plans for new health center in Cinco Ranch

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:43:22 CST

UT Physicians, the medical practice of The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School, will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its newest health center at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, at 23923 Cinco Ranch Blvd.

Mozart’s masterpieces could aid battle against cancer

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:58:37 CST

Some parents have used classical music in an effort to enhance child development. A supermarket chain used compositions to try to reduce loitering outside stores. And, now doctors at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) Medical School think the melodies may help them combat cancer.

UTHealth launches self-management & education program for diabetics

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:07:56 CST

More than 25 million adults and children in the United States are living with diabetes and if trends continue, one in three American adults could have diabetes by 2050, according to the Centers for Disease Control.