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Ana Martin Vega, Ph.D Postdoctoral Researcher Email Research Interest:  My work is mainly focused on uncovering the underlying mechanisms of the uncommon deleterious impact of ERK activation in MEK inhibitor-insensitive squamous cell lung carcinoma and SCLC tumors.

The nurse missing linens commented, “Working around problems is just part of my job. By being able to get IV bags or whatever else I need, it enables me to do my job and to have a positive impact on a person’s life—like being able to get them clean linen.

I invited my colleague, Andrew Bird, M.D. , a UT Southwestern pediatrician who specializes in allergies and immunology, to discuss the potential benefits your canine companion may have on your newborn's health. Pets and immune systems Dr.

Thinking of a ‘birth plan’ as a ‘birth preference’ When my patients ask me about birth plans, I tell them I prefer to call them “birth preferences.” A plan makes it sound like we have more control over the situation than we do. In an ideal setting, what would your delivery look like?

It’s one my biggest concerns, especially when it happens before 28 weeks, since babies born that early may have a higher chance of permanent complications related to prematurity. Many treatments have been proposed to prevent premature delivery in twins.

My Aching Back: Solving the Pain Puzzle Dr. Carlos Bagley, director of the UT Southwestern Spine Center, discusses back pain, one of the biggest "time thieves" in medicine, and how treatment is evolving to get patients feeling better, faster.   What treatment options are available?

Stronger pelvic floor tissue, improved outcomes During my fellowship at UT Southwestern, I worked on a pilot study with Dr.

I never had to write down my schedule – I always knew where I was supposed to go, and now I can’t remember anything.” Concussion patients can remember things – they just need to use strategies that help them keep track of things.

Despite the potential for complications, most of my patients would say the possibility that CAR-T might extend their life far outweighs the side effects they might experience.

Every patient leaves the outpatient surgery center with my cell phone number. I encourage patients to call or text any time they have questions or need reassurance as they recover.