After a successful run that spanned five decades, the final Impact was published in January 2020.  Impact was UTMB Health’s employee newsletter. It evolved from a one color printed tabloid newspaper to a full color magazine with a digital component. We’ve archived the past several years on these pages for your review and enjoyment.

Impact Newsletter Archive


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  • Emerge Resource Group

    EMERGE Resource Group aims to advance culture of inclusion for next generation of leaders

    January 19, 2017, 17:31 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    More than 90 members of the UTMB community attended the inaugural meeting of the EMERGE Resource Group on Nov. 30 on the Galveston Campus. As the second employee and student-led resource group to be created by UTMB’s Diversity Council, EMERGE is focused on advancing a culture of inclusion for the university’s next generation of leaders. Its mission is to shape the future of UTMB by inspiring innovation, engagement and learning in a way that connects, aligns and harnesses multigenerational professionals.

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    Achieving Best Care starts with you: Top tips for practicing self-care

    January 19, 2017, 17:30 PM by Donna Sollenberger, executive vice president and chief executive officer, UTMB Health System

    As we begin the new year in a positive manner and navigate the challenges we encounter along the road to achieving Best Care, it is important to remember that in addition to being positive with others and maintaining a focused and optimistic outlook, we also need to take care of ourselves. No one can go on endlessly doing for others without also recharging their own batteries. Follow these simple tips every day to feel re-energized.

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    First babies of the new year

    January 16, 2017, 12:07 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Several families rang in the New Year by celebrating the arrival of their newborns at the Galveston, League City and Angleton Danbury campuses.

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    From the President

    December 20, 2016, 14:19 PM by User Not Found

    I’d like to wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season as we come to the conclusion of another calendar year, one that has been historically significant for UTMB in many ways.

  • Officer Martinez

    Working Wonders - December

    December 20, 2016, 14:18 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    UTMB Police Officer Hector Martinez designed a special challenge coin which was selected to commemorate The University of Texas System Police’s 50th anniversary (1967-2017). “The UT System Police are especially proud of the skilled artistry demonstrated by Officer Martinez, for these coins will be circulated across the United States during our anniversary year,” said UTMB Police Chief Tom Engells.

  • The OB Services improvement team

    Best Care in Action: Multidisciplinary OB Services improvement team strengthens clinical documentation, ensures patient safety

    December 20, 2016, 14:18 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Providing safe and effective patient care is the top priority for UTMB’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. So when they learned UTMB would face penalties of $2.5 million—due to new state rules for Medicaid reimbursement regarding Obstetrical cases for potentially preventable complications (PPCs)—it surprised many.

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    Research Briefs - December

    December 20, 2016, 14:18 PM by User Not Found

    UTMB is the winner of a Grand Challenges Explorations grant, an initiative funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The $100,000 grant will help Alejandro Castellanos-Gonzalez, PhD, assistant professor at UTMB, and his team pursue an innovative global health and development research project aimed at defining targets for drug development against a diarrhea-causing parasite.

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    UTMB study offers new insight into how Alzheimer’s disease begins

    December 20, 2016, 14:18 PM by Donna Ramirez

    A new UTMB study offers important insight into how Alzheimer’s disease begins within the brain. The researchers found a relationship between inflammation, a toxic protein and the onset of the disease. The study also identified a way that doctors can detect early signs of Alzheimer’s by looking at the back of patients’ eyes.

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    A day in the life of a UTMB Campus Store clerk

    December 20, 2016, 14:17 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Edwina Moore is full of creative energy when it comes to keeping UTMB’s Campus Store exciting and fresh. “I love new ideas,” she says as she hops into the Galveston shop’s glass display window and starts arranging holiday-themed décor. It’s a Thursday morning in mid-November, and Moore, a UTMB Campus Store clerk, is getting into the holiday spirit.

  • Toby and his wife, Jennifer, visit Disney World with their three children: Kieran (10), Sawyer (5) and Elizabeth (2).

    Spotlight on Toby Boenig, vice president and chief compliance officer

    December 20, 2016, 14:17 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Tobin (Toby) Boenig is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining an effective compliance program at UTMB. He monitors and reports results of compliance efforts across the institution and provides guidance to executive management regarding compliance issues and requirements, as well as regulatory law advice.

  • New EAC members

    Meet your new Employee Advisory Council Members

    December 20, 2016, 14:16 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Nov. 20 concluded the EAC election, with more than 2,000 votes cast—a record! Congratulations to newly elected Employee Advisory Council Members: Lori Kocian DeWillis, Laura David, Gopakumar Manikandaseril and Truc Phuong Tran.

  • Zombie Thank You SECC

    UTMB employees gave with their hearts during annual SECC

    December 20, 2016, 14:16 PM by User Not Found

    When people at UTMB say “working together to work wonders,” zombies aren’t the first thing that come to mind. But this fall, the university community’s amazing success with the State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) illustrates that together, what we can do is quite wonderful.

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    Because of you... Working Wonders Campaign exceeds goal

    December 20, 2016, 14:16 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    The biggest philanthropic effort in UTMB history—our $450 million Working Wonders Campaign—officially concluded on Nov. 17, having exceeded the goal by raising $450,954,995 as of that date for various initiatives at our university. President David L. Callender announced the record-breaking total at a special celebratory gathering of UTMB’s Development Office staff.

  • UTMB Discover

    UTMB Discover: Uncovering opportunities through state-of-the-art data collection, analysis

    December 20, 2016, 14:15 PM by Stephen Hadley

    UTMB Discover, an enterprise data warehouse and analytical toolkit for the volumes of data generated throughout the institution, will enable better, more efficient decision making by UTMB’s leadership while supporting front-line initiatives that improve patient care, enhance research initiatives and support our academic mission.

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    Top tips for safe online holiday shopping

    December 20, 2016, 14:15 PM by Bob Shaffer, director, UTMB’s Office of Information Security

    As you make holiday purchases online, remember to think before you connect. With the uptick in website traffic, the holiday season is the perfect time for attackers to target online shopping sites and steal personal information for the purpose of identity theft and financial fraud. Follow these simple tips to keep your season merry and reduce the risk of becoming a cybercrime victim.

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    Brightening the season

    December 20, 2016, 14:15 PM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    The Provost’s Office got into the holiday spirit during UTMB’s annual holiday lighting ceremony on Dec. 1, in front of Jennie Sealy Hospital on the Galveston Campus. Guests enjoyed the lights, music, cider and hot chocolate, and celebrated the wonderful work the UTMB community does to brighten the lives of patients, families and visitors.

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    From the President

    November 21, 2016, 07:54 AM by User Not Found

    On Nov. 11, our nation celebrated Veterans Day. This issue of Impact celebrates UTMB veterans with articles on two of our dedicated and talented health care providers who are continuing their legacy of service to others following exemplary careers in the military.

  • Erika Parker, Suzanne Wilson

    Working Wonders

    November 21, 2016, 07:54 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Erika Parker, practice manager of the Mainland Cardiology Clinic, and Suzanne Wilson, assistant director of Care Management, received President Callender’s Way to Go Awards for going above and beyond to help patients navigate their health care.

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    Best Care in Action: IS Epic Support team takes care of the caregivers

    November 21, 2016, 07:54 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    When the Texas City Urgent Care clinic opened on Oct. 3, UTMB’s Epic Support team was there to help ensure every patient received the best care. Although team members don’t provide hands-on medical care, the expert support they provide to physicians, nurses and other caregivers regarding UTMB’s electronic health record has a significant impact on the care patients receive.

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    Research Briefs - November

    November 21, 2016, 07:53 AM by User Not Found

    There has been a three-fold increase in prescriptions of opiate painkillers among older adults for chronic pain not related to cancer. Yong Fang Kuo, PhD, and Dr. Mukaila Raji, professors of internal medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, were awarded $1.4 million from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to conduct the first nationally representative study to examine variations in use of opiates in older adults and their relationship to outcomes, different state regulations and federal policy.

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    A day in the life of a certified hyperbaric technician

    November 21, 2016, 07:53 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Tim Robinson’s attention to detail is one of the most important traits he acquired in the Navy—and one that has helped him throughout his career. His military state of mind is evident the moment I meet him at UTMB’s Wound Care and Hyperbarics Clinic in Dickinson. Opened in late April, the clinic provides specialized wound care treatment and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to heal serious infections and chronic wounds.

  • Emily Blomberg

    Spotlight on Emily Blomberg, vice president, Professional and Support Services

    November 21, 2016, 07:52 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Emily Blomberg currently serves as vice president for Professional and Support Services. Her responsibilities include management of Radiology, Clinical Pathology, Pharmacy, Clinical Equipment Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Rehab Services, Laundry and Transportation. She joined the UTMB family in August 2010 as the director of Health System Operations.

  • Joaquin Cortiella

    UTMB anesthesiologist and U.S. Army Colonel receives Legion of Merit award; attributes it to successful teamwork

    November 21, 2016, 07:52 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    For Dr. Joaquin Cortiella, it’s all about teamwork. From saving soldiers at war to building bioengineered lungs at work, teamwork is the constant driver of his success. So, it was only fitting for the pediatric anesthesiologist and U.S. Army Colonel to point to others when he accepted the U.S. military’s prestigious Legion of Merit award on Sept. 10 at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio.

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    Diaries, artifacts tell stories of SOM alumni

    November 21, 2016, 07:51 AM by Christopher Smith Gonzalez

    Dr. Herman Barnett III went from World War II fighter pilot to becoming the first African American admitted to medical school in Texas. Dr. Edith Bonnet might have never become a doctor, and one of the first woman interns at John Sealy Hospital, if her beau had made it to the train station. These and many more stories of UTMB School of Medicine alumni who graduated between 1893 and1953 are on display at the Moody Medical Library through January.

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    Top tips for holiday food safety

    November 21, 2016, 07:50 AM by Bill Anchondo, executive chef, UTMB Food and Nutrition Services

    ‘Tis the season for parties and family gatherings where food is served—but the merry festivities can quickly turn south if the food makes you or others sick. Make sure you serve a safe and healthy holiday meal by keeping the following tips in mind...

  • Shred it event

    Just shred it

    November 21, 2016, 07:50 AM by KirstiAnn Clifford

    Louis Perrin, a senior security analyst with the Office of Information Security, shreds a computer hard drive as part of the “Shred it” event on Oct. 19 at the Moody Medical Library Plaza.

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    From the President

    October 19, 2016, 10:15 AM by User Not Found

    Welcome to the newest issue of Impact! This edition features articles about some of the people and initiatives that are contributing to our mission of becoming one of the leading academic medical centers in the U.S.