2016 Article Archive

Major artery more rigid in African-Americans, which may explain high rates of hypertension and heart disease

 

African-Americans have more rigidity of the aorta, the major artery supplying oxygen-rich blood to the body, than Caucasians and Hispanics, according to a study by UT Southwestern Medical Center cardiologists.

‘Stomach pacemaker’ surgery allows Arkansas teen to savor life – and pizza – again

 

Hunter Pye, 16, was a high school football player, a wrestler, and strong in academics as well. Life was rockin’ along great for the Little Rock teen – but then everything changed.

Medical School class reunion 2016

 

Hundreds of UT Southwestern Medical School alumni and their families were on campus in late September for the annual reunion activities.

In Memoriam: Dr. Ernest Poulos: vascular surgeon, clinical leader

 

Dr. Ernest Poulos, former Professor of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Emeritus Director of Surgical Training at the former St. Paul University Hospital, died on Oct. 30 after a lengthy illness. He was 90.

Orthopaedic surgeon Karol completes national leadership role

 

Dr. Lori A. Karol, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center, exemplifies the rapidly changing landscape in pediatric orthopaedics.

Southwestern Medical Center recognized with health care awards

 

UT Southwestern Medical Center has received three major health care awards, including recognitions for being among the top 5 percent of hospitals on quality measures during 2016 and for top patient satisfaction scores.

Newsmakers

 

Dr. Jonathan Cheng, Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery, has been appointed Chair Elect of the UT System Faculty Advisory Council Executive Committee. The UT System Faculty Advisory Council (UTSFAC or FAC) is an advisory group selected from faculty of UT System institutions.

Perl takes reins of Infectious Disease division

 

As an infectious disease specialist, Dr. Trish Perl, sees Texas as a wonderland.

Avoid ski-related injuries

 

If winter means you’re headed to the slopes, remember that preparation is critical to avoiding injuries.

Don’t try to outrun that rage

 

The next time you’re boiling mad, find a way to chill out before you hit the gym.