Navigating the Risks: Dr. Camila Calderón sheds light on the dangers of cat bites and the vital role of immediate medical attention
Check out this recent Lifehacker (external link) web article, Cat Bites Can Can Actually Be Quite Dangerous (external link) that features EM’s Camila Calderon Molestina, MD. The article highlights the potential dangers of cat bites, emphasizing that they can be…
Dr. Gowri Stevens: Empowering Community Health at UTHealth Houston’s Health Fair & Marathon Event
Kudos to our very own Gowri Stevens, MD for her contributions to UTHealth Houston’s Health Fair and 2023 Houston Half Marathon & 10k! Dr. Stevens, Associate Professor & Co-Director of EM’s Mobile Simulation Training Unit (MSTU) at McGovern Medical School,…
Insights on Allergic Reactions: Dr. Salil Bhandari Unveils Key Warning Signs & Management Tips with Fox26 Houston
Recently, EM’s Salil Bhandari, MD shared his expertise on allergic reactions during an interview with Fox26 Houston (external link). The segment titled, “Acute Allergic Reactions: How To Know If It’s Serious (external link),” discussed the tragic passing of Food Network star…
Recognizing Dr. Kevin Schulz’s Leadership in UTHealth Houston Mass Casualty Incident Training
The 8th UTHealth Houston Mass Casualty Incident Training, held at the Houston Fire Department (HFD)’s Val Jahnke Fire Training Facility, saw the active participation of nearly 300 individuals in simulated disaster scenarios. This year’s event, dubbed “Save the Fire Ants,”…
Step into Wellness! Join us for our “Walk with a Doc” event this Friday, December 1st
Looking to kickstart a healthier lifestyle and make positive strides towards a better you? Would you like to have an enjoyable walk at your own pace, with the opportunity to have your health-related questions answered by local physicians? Look no…
Lights, Camera, Action! EM Residents featured in new UTH SBMI video
A few of our EM Residents recently showcased their acting chops’ & commitment to advancing healthcare by participating in a video for the SBMI – McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston (external link). The featured clip, Clip 3:…
TX-CARES program shines in latest “McGovern Medicine” publication
Since 2019, the department of Emergency Medicine has led the Texas-Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (TX-CARES (external link)) program to improve Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA) outcomes in Texas. The registry tracks patient data and treatment parameters, revealing disparities in…
Navigating the Festivities: Dr. Salil Bhandari’s Safety Recommendations for the Holidays with KPRC 2 News
The holidays, while filled with joy, can also pose various risks that require awareness and caution. EM’s Salil Bhandari, MD, recently spoke on these invisible threats with KPRC 2 News in a segment called “Be aware of hidden holiday hazards…
Enhancing Workplace Culture: Dr. Shabana Walia provides insightful research on Chief Wellness Officers in EM
Exciting news in Research! EM’s Shabana Walia, MD, MPH, and (8) other distinguished members from the ACEP Wellness Section published “The Chief Wellness Officer: A long overdue catalyst for systemic change in Emergency Medicine (external link).” Key takeaways: Uncover the…
EM’s Mandy Hill Honored with “Excellence in Abstract Submission Among All Presenters” Award
Our warmest congratulations to Mandy Hill, DrPH, MPH, a distinguished member of UTHealth Houston’s Department of Emergency Medicine, for receiving the Excellence in Abstract Submission Among All Presenters award at the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo…