The inaugural Urgent Care Skills Clinic was conducted on June 14, 2024, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure Advanced Practice Providers are well-equipped to deliver high-quality care grounded in evidence-based practices and prioritizing patient safety.
Faculty Group Practice Newsletter
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Providing Solutions and Support for Unique Pediatric Needs
Treating pediatric patients with developmental and behavioral disorders is dynamic work that requires strong listening skills, intuition, deductive reasoning, and mental agility. The Advanced Practice Providers in Pediatric Developmental and Behavioral Health describe it as both challenging and fulfilling.
![APP-corner-RSWP Myra Guerra, Elana Lloyd, and Dawn Short's headshots on a dark teal banner with a white stethoscope graphic.](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-rswp.jpg?sfvrsn=69cb2356_1)
APP Leadership Guides Longstanding Regional Women's Services and Pediatrics Program
UTMB’s Regional Women’s Services and Pediatrics (RWSP) Program was brought to life more than 30 years ago with the goal of providing women’s health and pediatric care to vulnerable populations across southeast Texas and McAllen. Uniquely, RWSP program and clinic sites have always been led by an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant.
![APP-corner-Roberts Suzette Roberts on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-roberts.jpg?sfvrsn=d9b14656_1)
Extending Clinical Expertise and Support to the Antarctic
The Center for Polar Medical Operations (CPMO) serves a unique role and function among UTMB departments, but like many clinical areas, it benefits from the support and expertise of an Advanced Practice Provider. Suzette Roberts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, has served as the Medical Processing Manager for the Center for Polar Medical Operations (CPMO) at UTMB for four years.
![APP-corner-Mitchell Allison Mitchell on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-mitchell.jpg?sfvrsn=a8137056_3)
Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention for Chronic Kidney Disease
March is National Kidney Month. Dr. Allison Mitchell, Nurse Practitioner in the Division of Nephrology, takes an approach that encourages identifying those most at risk for kidney failure, and being proactive in treating and preventing chronic kidney disease.
![APP-corner-Davis Headshot of Reagan Davis on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-davis.jpg?sfvrsn=41e97c56_1)
TMJ and Treatment Modalities
TMJ dysfunction can cause localized pain to the joints, referred pain to the ears, and to the muscles that control movement of the jaw. It can also cause reduced range of motion or trismus to the mouth. Our ENT PA shares how a variety of treatment options, from night guards to medication to physical therapy, can bring relief.
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Understanding and Managing Thyroid Disorders
January is National Thyroid Awareness Month. It is estimated that more than 30 million Americans have thyroid dysfunction, yet at least half of these cases are undiagnosed and, consequently, untreated.
![APP-corner-Thompson Headshot of Nikki Thompson on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-thompson.jpg?sfvrsn=4c517956_3)
Busy Cold and Flu Season is Prime Time to Discuss Wellness
When you ask our current Urgent Care APP Lead, Kennikqua “Nikki” Thompson, MSN, APRN, FNP, ENP, what the busiest time is in urgent care, she says undoubtedly the winter season, better known as cold and flu season.
![APP-corner-Boggs Headshot of Samantha Boggs on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-boggs.jpg?sfvrsn=69406556_1)
Advancing Diagnostics and the Patient Experience in Hepatology
Guided by a shared goal to help their patients enjoy a greater quality of life, UTMB’s Hepatology Advanced Practice Providers work collaboratively with faculty in the division to treat a variety of conditions that disrupt liver function.
![APP-corner-APP-Week Three UTMB APPs stand behind a table with two trays of cookies and several stacks of paper.](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-app-week.jpg?sfvrsn=c0b06756_1)
Celebrating APP Week 2023
The Annual National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Week took place Sept. 25 through 29, to recognize and celebrate an important group of providers who elevate the fields of medicine and nursing.
![APP-corner-Ellender Headshot of Laura Ellender on a teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-ellender.jpg?sfvrsn=709c6256_1)
Welcome New APP Director, Laura Ellender
The Faculty Group Practice is pleased to welcome Laura Ellender, MSN, RN, CEN, FNP-C, to the role of Director, Advanced Practice Providers!
![APP-corner-Resendez Headshot of Jill Resendez on a dark teal background with white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-resendez.jpg?sfvrsn=4a306e56_3)
Healing Through Renewed Confidence
Jill Resendez, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC, a nurse practitioner in the Division of Plastic Surgery, has found her passion in helping individuals regain their confidence.
![APP-corner-Guarin Headshot of Christina Guarin against a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-guarin.jpg?sfvrsn=21406b56_3)
Helping Patients with Venous Disorders Find Solutions and Relief
As UTMB’s Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery has grown, patients benefit from additional expertise and procedures to address their needs – including a new clinic at League City Campus focused on venous disorders. Christina Guarin is part of the team behind this endeavor.
![APP-corner-kemmerling Headshot of Stephanie Kemmerling on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-kemmerling.jpg?sfvrsn=d5869557_3)
Setting a Pathway for Growth for APPs
The Faculty Group Practice leadership extends sincere thanks to Stephanie Kemmerling, DNP, MSN, FNP-C, for her outstanding service as APP Director from September 2020 through May 2023.
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Insights on Bladder Cancer Detection
Chelsie Chonoski, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, nurse practitioner in the Division of Urology, shares her knowledge of bladder cancer detection.
![Cheryl Breaux - APP Corner Photo of Cheryl Breaux on dark teal background with a white stethoscope icon](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-breaux.jpg?sfvrsn=6769257_7)
Leadership Shines Through Teamwork and Training
This month, we are pleased to recognize Cheryl Breaux, AGACNP, Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.
![App-corner-Shanna-Thompson Shanna Thompson with a stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/app-corner-shanna-thompson.jpg?sfvrsn=7b159257_1)
Delivering Comfort, Compassion and Exceptional Care in Neurosurgery
This month we are pleased to highlight Shanna Thompson, RN, MSN, FNP-C, Nurse Practitioner in the Department of Neurosurgery.
![Kathleen Vasquez - APP corner Kathleen Vasquez's photo on a dark teal background with a white stethoscope graphic](https://www.utmb.edu/images/thefacultygrouppracticenewsletterlibraries/newsletter/kathleen-vasquez---app-corner.jpg?sfvrsn=2a489257_1)
Heart Month Spotlight: Delivering Outstanding Care in CT Surgery
We are pleased to highlight Kathleen Vasquez, a physician assistant from the division of Cardiothoracic Surgery.
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