Vasilakis is vice chair of research in the UTMB Department of Pathology, a fellow of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, and a nationally recognized expert in viruses like dengue and Zika that are spread by mosquitoes and other insects.
On April 10, the gathering by the Tree of Life at Jennie Sealy Hospital drew not only casual onlookers, but people whose lives had been irrevocably changed. Each leaf on the Tree of Life is an engraved nameplate that represents the ultimate act of generosity: organ donation.
A neonatologist and a NICU transport nurse share a calling rooted in urgency, precision, and deep compassion, caring for the most fragile newborns while guiding families through moments of uncertainty, hope, and sometimes grief.
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that can cause severe menstrual pain, pelvic discomfort, and fatigue, yet often goes undiagnosed for years. Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatment options to help improve quality of life.
Giovanny Reyes overcame being wait-listed twice for medical school to pursue primary care, using his Spanish skills to serve underserved patients. Now at UTMB, he credits his journey and gap years with shaping his path.
The Fellows of ACTS program recognizes those whose impact on the clinical and translational space and the Association for Clinical and Translational Science is "undeniable."
After surviving a critical start in the NICU at UTMB Health in 1977, Daniel “Tiny” Guidry watched his son fight for life in the same unit decades later, deepening his family’s multigenerational connection to the hospital and its caregivers.
Exhibitors highlighted growing sustainability efforts, including recycling 23% of campus waste and major energy savings through efficiency programs. The university is expanding initiatives in infrastructure, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance while encouraging individuals to reduce their environmental impact.
-attended-the-aaas-case-workshop-in-washington-d-c84d257af-f832-44d8-8736-5b79edfe610c.jpg?sfvrsn=a450f554_1 "Maura Ortiz, Ayana Pai, Sivatmika Palanisami, and Mohanad Albayyaa (not pictured) attended the AAAS CASE workshop in Washington, D.C.")
Four graduate students from The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) traveled to Washington, D.C., to participate in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop.
Jennie Sealy Hospital at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) has reached a remarkable milestone — more than 277,000 patients have been cared for and 134,000 surgeries performed since its doors opened 10 years ago. The 765,000-square-foot, $438 million facility marked a turning point for UTMB after the devastation of Hurricane Ike in 2008.
UTMB Health is advancing clinical and operational decision-making by integrating real-time, HIPAA-compliant web search directly into secure workflows.
Preparing for the unthinkable takes planning, partnership, and practice. See how UTMB Police and local first responders worked together during a drill to enhance coordination and communication.
The UTMB Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS) has launched a new Master of Science in Biomedical and Clinical Sciences that offers advanced training across the core biomedical sciences, with options to complete either a research thesis or an applied experiential capstone.
Jerry Mansfield received The Beryl Institute DAISY Nurse Leader Award for Experience Champions, which recognizes the nurses and nurse leaders who influence organizational culture, elevate patient and team experiences, and model empathy, collaboration, and excellence in care delivery.
This research could help speed the development of vaccines that protect against multiple mosquito‑borne viruses at once, including those that cause severe joint pain, fever, and neurological disease. For patients, this could mean faster responses to outbreaks and broader protection against emerging viruses before they spread widely.
UTMB Police will conduct a planned active shooter training exercise at Jennie Sealy Hospital to enhance campus safety and emergency preparedness.
Several of the school’s graduate health programs earned notable national rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is launching an ambitious, decade‑long study that will follow thousands of Galveston County residents to uncover how heart health, brain health, and aging are connected. Designed to be one of the most inclusive cardiovascular studies in Texas, the Galveston Heart Study aims to reshape how heart disease is predicted and prevented.
Grace Clinic, housed in Galveston Central Church, provides compassionate, walk-in care for individuals with substance use disorder, offering medical treatment and supportive services regardless of insurance or housing status. Led by UTMB clinicians and supported by community partnerships, the program has rapidly expanded.
The device delivers radiofrequency energy to the post-lumpectomy cavity to destroy potential residual cancer cells, with researchers studying whether it can safely reduce the need for follow-up radiation or additional surgeries.