Fall 2023 Newsletter

A Message from the Publications Committee:

Welcome to the Fall 2023 newsletter for the Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch! The long-awaited wisp of cool air is just around the corner, and our surgical family has grown with the arrival of new residents. We extend a warm welcome as our incoming residents settle into their new home, and we look forward to nurturing their growth and contributions.

If you are a current or alumnus member of UTMB Surgery, please contact our Office of Publications at any time. We want to learn about your work, collaborations, and community-focused initiatives. We might even feature you here in the future!

Fall 2023 Newsletter Featured Department:
Transplant Faculty and Staff

New Team Members at UTMB Surgery

Research Publications (ResearchExperts)

Research Publications (PubMed)

All Around UTMB Surgery

Dr. Sarah Samreen Introduces Endolumik’s Novel Fluorescent Device for Robotic Surgery

July 13, 2023, 10:48 AM by Endolumik, Inc.

Dr. Sarah Samreen performed the first ever fluorescent guided robotic bariatric surgery, using Endolumik's new Gastric Calibration Tube.
Healing Through Renewed Confidence

August 10, 2023, 11:43 AM by Faculty Group Practice Newsletter

When you ask Jill Resendez, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC, about the most rewarding part of her work in UTMB’s Division of Plastic Surgery, her answer comes quickly, and with a big smile.
Surgical Journal Club: Elevating Learning and Collaboration

August 23, 2023, 11:33 AM by UTMB Surgery

Attention all surgeons! Exciting news from the Surgery Department: our new Monthly Journal Club is here to inspire and invigorate. If you're dedicated to surgical excellence and growth, this is an event you need to be a part of!
Dr. Cox and Dr. Shokrzadeh Will Facilitate AVF Confluence

August 25, 2023, 13:44 PM by UTMB Surgery

Dr. Mitchell Cox Dr. Christine Shokrzadeh will be facilitating the American Venus Forum (AVF) Confluence, an AVF journal club series.
Urology Department Establishes New HoLEP Procedure

September 5, 2023, 15:35 PM by UTMB Surgery

The Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) procedure, used around the world, has recently been established here at UTMB Urology by Dr. Bilal Farhan.

Events

Vascular Surgery Team Presented at Two Meetings

September 13, 2023, 11:04 AM by John Carstens

Several vascular team members recently presented their work and research at national vascular events.

Research

Dr. Cox: Procedure Technique Accepted by the Journal of Vascular Surgery

July 3, 2023, 14:56 PM by UTMB Surgery

Dr. Mitchell Wayne Cox and other prestigious colleagues’ research publication and supporting procedure video, “Retrograde Superior Mesenteric Artery (SMA) Stenting via Jejunal Arterial Access – How I Do It,” has been accepted by the Journal of Vascular Surgery.

Honors & Awards

Drs. Shokzadeh, Klimberg, Silva, and Walker Elected to UTMB SOM Committees

July 13, 2023, 13:21 PM by UTMB Surgery

Several members of the UTMB Department of Surgery have recently been elected to committees for the UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine.
Drs. Moffett and Erickson Inducted into The Scholars in Education Program

August 3, 2023, 10:46 AM by UTMB Surgery

Dr. Jennifer Moffett and Dr. Michael Erickson have been instated into the 2023-2025 cohort of the Scholars in Education Program.
Surgery Resident Wins First Place at Transplant Society

August 22, 2023, 10:35 AM by UTMB Surgery

Dr. Laxmi Dongur, along with Dr. Michael Kueht, won first place for their oral presentation at the Texas Transplantation Society.