Advancing Collaboration: Dr. Nick Heft Represents Space Medicine Program at FAID
EM’s Space Medicine Program at French-American Innovation Days Showcasing Excellence in Space Medicine, Research, and International Partnerships UTHealth Houston’s Space Medicine program was proudly represented at the French-American Innovation Days (FAID). Nicolas Heft, MD, Fellowship Director, shared our department’s research…
Farewell to Dr. Ben Karfunkle: Celebrating a Legacy of Excellence & Service
Honoring a leader in Ultrasound Education and Emergency Medicine A look back at the meaningful work and leadership that shaped Dr. Karfunkle’s tenure Our department extends its sincere appreciation to Benjamin Karfunkle, MD as we recognize his final clinical shift…
Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week
Recognizing the Heart of Healthcare This week, we proudly celebrate our Nurse Practitioners (NPs), whose expertise, compassion, and dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Our NPs are vital members of the care…
Saluting Our Heroes: Honoring Veterans Day
In Gratitude for Those Who Served Today, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served, and continue to serve, in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms…
Mentorship and Medicine Beyond Earth: Dr. Anil Menon in Focus
Mentor, Physician, Astronaut Candidate: Bridging Medicine and Spaceflight Learn how Dr. Menon’s expertise in clinical medicine, aerospace operations, and risk assessment informs the training of our Space Medicine fellows and advances human spaceflight health initiatives. Anil Menon, MD, MPH –…
Dr. Hannah Rosenthal Helps Advance NASA’s Lunar Medical Operations
UTHealth Houston Space Medicine Fellow Collaborates with NASA to Develop Pressurized Rover Medical Systems Breaking new ground in space medicine, Hannah Rosenthal, MD, is pioneering innovative healthcare solutions for astronauts on lunar missions. She recently presented her project, “Building the…
ECMO in Action: Advancing Critical Care at UTHealth Houston
Our EM Team Leads the Way in Life-Saving ECMO Interventions From prehospital cannulation to resident training, see how innovation, teamwork, and precision come together to save lives in critical situations. Our Emergency Medicine team continues to advance critical care with…
A New Era of Leadership: Dr. Sam Luber Named Chair of Emergency Medicine
Leading with Vision, Dedication, & Heart Dr. Sam Luber officially steps into his new role as Chair of Emergency Medicine, continuing his legacy of innovation, education, and compassionate care. It is with great enthusiasm that we announce Samuel D. Luber,…
Honoring Our PAs: Commitment, Care, and Excellence: Happy PA Week 2025!
Celebrating PA Week: Honoring Innovation and Impact October 6–12, 2025 Each year, October 6–12 marks National Physician Assistant (PA) Week – a time to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions PAs make to health care. The week traces its…
A Pulse Restored: Teamwork in Action at Triage
The strength of a shared response. In emergency medicine, moments matter and sometimes, they define us… Late one night, our team was reminded of that truth when a patient collapsed without a pulse in Triage. Without hesitation, Nicolas Heft, MD…