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    Maria Argumedo, PCT; Nurse Assistant, Michael Erickson, DO, FACS, FACOS, FABA, Surgeon; Jennifer Haglund, BSN, RN, CWCN, Registered Nurse; Kayla Cantrell, Patient Service Specialist; and Monica Hutson, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CNOR, Nursing Program Manager at the Blocker Burn Clinic in Galveston 

Faculty Group Practice Newsletter Latest Edition

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APP Corner
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Welcome to UTMB
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Articles

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Versatility, Cutting‑Edge Surgical Skills Elevate Ophthalmic Care at UTMB

Extensive training and a wide breadth of experience have given Laurence Ducker, MD, a unique perspective on patient care. A recent addition to the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, he is passionate about many aspects of vision care and eager to build upon what the department offers.

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Returning Patients to Active Lives through Joint Replacement

Extensive training and a wide breadth of experience have given Laurence Ducker, MD, a unique perspective on patient care. A recent addition to the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, he is passionate about many aspects of vision care and eager to build upon what the department offers.

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New Name Reflects Department's Evolving, Community-Focused Mission

As the Department of Family Medicine continues to evolve with a greater focus on community engagement, population health, and improving health outcomes that matter to communities across Texas, it recently adopted a new name: the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health.

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    UTMB to Launch Spanish-Language MyChart Support

    Starting January 27, 2026, UTMB will begin Phase 1 of a two-phase rollout of Spanish-language support in MyChart, expanding access for our Spanish-speaking patients.

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    New Guidelines for Pre- and Post- Lumbar Puncture

    The Department of Rehabilitation Services has provided guidelines for pre- and post- lumbar punctures at Galveston Campus. These guidelines are designed to coordinate care and ensure limited disruption to further patient care in the hospital.

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 APP Corner

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    APP Spotlight: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

    The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics within the Department of Pediatrics at UTMB Hospitals is expanding its Advanced Practice Provider workforce with the integration of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs). This addition reflects an intentional evolution of the division’s care model in response to the increasing prevalence, complexity, and acuity of pediatric mental, behavioral, developmental, and learning concerns.

APP Corner is a monthly feature by, about, and for UTMB's Advanced Practice Professionals.

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  • G0136 – New Definition for 2026

    Effective January 1, 2026, G0136 has a new definition. CMS proposed to delete this code for 2026. Due to public comments, CMS chose to keep the code but has changed its definition.

Have coding questions or need additional training? We are here to help! We invite you to contact us to schedule large group, small group, or 1:1 training.

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RCO Coding Clip is a monthly feature in the FGP Newsletter, with educational and informational items for providers from our Revenue Cycle Operations Coding Team.

Welcome to UTMB

  • January New Hires

    Headshot of Haithm AbdelsalamHaithm Abdelsalam, MBChB, D.ABA
    Anesthesiology     		Headshot of Sandra CalkusicSandra Calkusic, FNP-C
    Urgent Care - Galveston     		Headshot of Angela DunbarAngela Dunbar, APRN, FNP
    Adult Primary Care - Angleton     		Headshot of Tabetha ElieTabetha Elie, APRN, PMHNP
    Pediatric/Adolescent Behavioral Health
    Headshot of Bhagyalekshmy GangadharanBhagyalekshmy Gangadharan, APRN, PMHNP
    Pediatric/Adolescent Behavioral Health    		Headshot of Vidya Premanan NagraleVidya Premanand Nagrale, MD
    Pathology    		Headshot of Lindsay Szauter Lindsay Szauter, MD, MPH
    Psychiatry    		Headshot of Jasmine Wariboko Jasmine Wariboko, PA-C
    Otolaryngology

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Where in the UTMB

Do you know where this photo was taken?

We  feature sights across our UTMB campuses each month. If you think you know where this photo was taken, let us know. We will share the location next month!

All readers who submit a correct response within one week of publication will be entered into a drawing. One randomly selected winner will receive a UTMB umbrella and be recognized in next month's edition! (Eligibility to win is once per calendar year.)

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  • December Winner - Where in the UTMB

    Congratulations to Natalie Royer, DO, Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice, Department of Pediatrics. She was the lucky winner randomly chosen from all those who correctly identified the fish artwork at the Primary Care Pavilion in Galveston.