UTMB Health kicked off with an enlightening Aging Well talk series at OLLI Osher Lifelong Learning at The University of Texas. The event featured esteemed experts, included, Dr. Alan Landay, Dr. Mukaila Raji, Dr. Missy Morrow, and Dr. Emily Arentson-Lantz, PhD.

Geriatric Medicine nonperishable food and hygiene items donation drive

Tammie Michael, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC awarded Clinical Care Award

Clinical course and treatment outcomes in solid-basaloid adenoid cystic carcinoma of the breast: A systematic review and case report

The Department of Internal Medicine celebrated its Fall Gathering at Hotel Lucine in Galveston, bringing together more than 100 faculty and staff for an evening of connection and recognition, highlighted by the launch of the inaugural Department Excellence Awards. The event fostered community across divisions and celebrated excellence in education, mentorship, clinical care, leadership, citizenship, and research.

Healthcare Utilization Unchanged in the Control Arm of a Randomized Clinical Trial

CTA-Derived Plaque Characteristics and Risk of Acute Coronary Syndrome in Patients With Coronary Artery Calcium Score of Zero: Insights From the ICONIC Trial

Thyroid hormone promotes fetal neurogenesis

Facilitators and barriers to social care in adult primary care: A systematic review using the social-ecological model

For many physicians, the journey into medicine is deeply personal, shaped by their own health challenges or those of their loved ones. UTMB’s Nicole Christians, MD, had a fair amount of exposure to her specialty long before she ever entered medical school. She didn’t just choose Allergy and Immunology – she lived it. “I suffer from allergic diseases myself,” she says. “Growing up, I saw an allergist regularly. That experience shaped me and gave me a deep empathy for the patients I now care for.”

Leveraging Social Needs Assessments to Eliminate Barriers to Diabetes Self- Management in a Vulnerable Population

Unraveling cerebrovascular involvement in EGPA through digital subtraction angiography: case presentation and systematic literature review

Dr. Salim Hayek, chair of the UTMB Department of Internal Medicine, contributed to this article from Prevention on the trend of biohacking.

The Expanding Scope of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Six Uses Beyond Diabetes

Excellence in Mentoring Award Mukaila Raji, MD, MS, FACP

Excellence in Education and Mentorship of Advanced Practice Providers (Clinician) Beverly Pennington, DNP, APRN, FNP-C Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Geriatrics

As healthcare systems evolve to meet the complex needs of an aging population, one model stands out for its compassion, accessibility, and patient-centered approach: the Geriatric House Call Program. At UTMB, the Geriatric House Call Program has become a vital service for older adults who are no longer able to visit traditional clinic settings. Jennifer Young, APRN, MSN, AGPCNP-C, a dedicated member of the UTMB team, took time to share insights into the House Call Program and the remarkable work being done to care for seniors in their homes. Her passion for serving this population is evident in every aspect of the program’s mission. From building strong relationships with patients and families to collaborating with community resources, the House Call team is redefining what it means to age with dignity and receive care with heart.

Jennifer Young Home Based Primary Care Program

Dr. Julia Tripple, medical director of the University of Texas Medical Branch’s adult allergy and immunology clinics, said she sees more asthma patients with worsening symptoms when the plumes blow in. “For patients who have underlying lung conditions, like asthma, it can trigger an acute exacerbation of asthma,” Tripple said. “That typically looks like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath.” Tripple recommends staying inside when air quality is down and using a face mask or air filter to help curb inhalation of the dust.

Analysis of Proteins and Piwi-Interacting RNA Cargo of Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) Isolated from Human Nose Organoids and Nasopharyngeal Secretions of Children with RSV Infections