After Charles Meyer's wife died, his grief was compounded by the diagnosis of ampullary cancer. Working with Dr. Raj Vaghjiani, a surgical oncologist at UTMB Health, Meyer completed immunotherapy and prehabilitation before undergoing the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery to remove the tumor and reconnect the digestive system.

The institution's gene therapy work gives children like Knova a chance at a life that, until recently, wasn’t possible.

Many penicillin allergy labels begin in childhood and stay in the chart for years. UTMB Health specialists offer safe, simple testing that can confirm whether the allergy is real — and help you get the most effective treatment when you need it.

A new heart institute is redefining care by blending innovative AI tools with the simple power of listening.

Ajay Israni, MD, chief of the Division of Nephrology at UTMB, has been appointed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to the state's Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.

Some infections are expected — especially in kids — but patterns of severe, persistent, or unusual illness deserve attention. UTMB Health experts provide gentle, thorough assessments to understand how your immune system is working and what steps can improve your family’s health.

Most bee stings are harmless, but some can trigger dangerous reactions that require immediate care. Knowing the difference between normal swelling and signs of anaphylaxis can help you act fast and stay safe.

By redesigning how cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging is managed and streamlining the clinical workflow, average scan times dropped by 35.1% over seven months — from 94.7 minutes down to 61.4 minutes at UTMB Health.

The University of Texas Medical Branch has been recognized by the National Postdoctoral Association for its Postdoctoral Certificate Program, which helps early-career scientists build leadership and professional skills. The award honors the UTMB commitment to supporting postdoctoral scholars' long-term career success.