Faculty Group Practice Newsletter

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.

A Novel Approach to Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy at UTMB

Once considered a major abdominal surgery with a long recovery period, modern approaches to hysterectomy aim to complete the procedure with minimal pain, recovery time, and cosmetic effects. With these goals in mind, UTMB has recently introduced a novel approach called vNOTES.

2024 Emergency Preparedness Information

Every year as hurricane season approaches, the Gulf Coast region goes into preparation mode. But everyone at UTMB understands that emergencies affecting our work, families, or homes can happen at any time and at any of our locations throughout the state.

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Happy Health System and Nurses Week

UTMB celebrates Health System and Nurses Week May 6 through 10 with events every day at each hospital campus. This week is an opportunity to celebrate and appreciate the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of all those who support our patient care mission.

May New Hires

Welcome to UTMB Health!

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Shining a Light on Skin Cancer Risk and Prevention

As temperatures rise, and tank tops and shorts become the daily uniform, the medical community shines a light on the damaging effects of sun exposure – namely, skin cancer. May is observed as Skin Cancer Awareness Month by numerous health care entities, including the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

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Pain Relief and Renewed Quality of Life After a Compression Fracture

For patients experiencing pain and a compromised quality of life, finding a procedure that offers immediate relief is a best-case scenario. Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that treats vertebral compression fractures, offering near-immediate relief and long-lasting results.

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Spring Eyewear Show

The UTMB Health Optical Retail Center hosts its spring trunk show this month.

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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.

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April Winner - Where in the UTMB

Congratulations to Andrea Franklin, Patient Registration Specialist I in Revenue Cycle Operations - Financial Clearance. She was first to recognize the UTMB Regional Women’s Services and Pediatrics Clinic in Texas City.

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Successful 5k Race Sets the Pace for Student-led Wellness Initiative

The American Heart Association designates April “Move More Month,” encouraging Americans to engage in regular physical activity to enjoy better health for longer. It is the same goal that drives the work of UTMB’s Preventive Medicine Initiative, the student group that organized last month’s PMI Heart and Sole 5k.

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'Walk With a Doc' Program Gets Community Members Moving

Walking has an abundance of health benefits – even more so when it comes with a physician-led conversation about wellness. That is the philosophy behind “Walk With a Doc,” a program that spans thousands of chapters across the United States, including one in Galveston helmed by UTMB faculty and students.

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Doctors' Day Celebration at UTMB Health

UTMB celebrated National Doctors' Day on Friday, March 29, with breakfast at all four hospital campuses and gifts for all physicians. Thanks to our doctors for their hard work to keep families and communities healthy! We appreciate all you do.

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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.

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Enjoying Active Lives for Longer with Joint Replacement

Engaging in active hobbies, keeping up with grandchildren, and maintaining physical fitness are important goals for many individuals entering their senior years. Paul Dicpinigaitis, MD, makes it his mission to help patients overcome the pain and limitations of damaged hip and knee joints to enjoy the active lives they desire.

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March Winner - Where in the UTMB

Congratulations to Robert Africa, MD, PGY-1 in the Department of Otolaryngology. He was the first to identify the UTMB Health Primary and Specialty Care Clinic in Texas City.

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eConsultations

eConsults are an assessment and management service in which a treating faculty or APP requests advice or opinion from a specialist to provide advice and/or opinion in treating and/or management of the patient’s problem without fact-to-face contact with the consultant.

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