2016 Article Archive

Research identifies two genes linked to pulmonary fibrosis

 

Dr. Christine Kim Garcia and her research team have been sifting through DNA for genetic mutations that cause familial pulmonary fibrosis. This, in turn, enabled her to identify two new genes linked to the disease.

Hamon Center makes advances in stem cell and heart muscle regeneration

 

Some organs and tissues, such as skin, bone, and even the liver, can repair themselves after an injury. But following a heart attack, damaged heart muscle is irreparably scarred.

Transplant programs reach milestones

 

Christopher Bryant Vera, 26, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, an inherited disease that leads to devastating lung problems, when he was just 5 weeks old. As the years went by, Mr. Vera found himself spending more and more time in hospitals.

Multidisciplinary approach of Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute bolsters UT Southwestern’s expertise in neurosciences

 

Building upon UT Southwestern’s long-standing leadership in neuroscience research and clinical care, a transformative $36 million gift from the O’Donnell Foundation last year led to the creation of the Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute.

Educating the next generation

 

Rapid advances in health care demand new approaches to providing the best medical education possible, and establishing a “forward-looking curriculum” was one of the strategic priorities that Dr. Daniel K. Podolsky set for UT Southwestern as part of th

UT Southwestern residency programs ranked among nation’s best

 

The most sought-after plastic residency program in the country is right here at UT Southwestern, according to U.S. News & World Report, which also ranks four other UTSW residency programs among the top 10 nationwide.

The Dallas Heart Study at 15 years

 

Six thousand participants, 200 published papers, two genes associated with fatty liver disease discovered, one breakthrough drug class – those impressive numbers add up to the Dallas Heart Study, a landmark investigation begun at UTSW 15 years ago.

Accountable Care Organizations

 

Bringing better coordination to patient care is the idea behind Accountable Care Organizations, known as ACOs.

Department of Ob/Gyn – A national leader in women’s health

 

UT Southwestern’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has been both a pioneer and a leader in women’s health care.

Message from the President

 

Southwestern Medical Center’s most significant achievements of the 2014-15 academic year.