Exploring New Frontiers in Cardiovascular Diseases: Highlights from the Sixteenth Annual Houston Aortic Symposium
The Sixteenth Annual Houston Aortic Symposium, held on March 21-23 at The Westin Oaks, brought together leading experts in the field to explore the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of aortic and structural heart diseases. From medical management…
Patient Success Story: Dr. Sohpia Khan Helps 80-Year-Old Overcome an Aneurysm to Embark on Dream Expedition
For years, Michael McDermott had dreamed of an epic fishing expedition to Kodiak, Alaska with three generations of family members. After 10 months of meticulous planning, his physician discovered an aneurysm below his kidneys were growing. Referred to Sophia Khan-Makoid,…
First Clinical Trial Patient Treated Utilizing the New ZENITH Fenestrated + Endovascular Graft
Last month, UTHealth Houston faculty led the first procedure conducted in the United States utilizing the ZENITH® FENESTRATED+ Endovascular Graft (ZFEN+). Guided by the expertise of global investigator, Gustavo Oderich, MD, along with Naveed Saqib, MD, this milestone marks a…
Drs. Sophia Khan and Rana Afifi Discuss Type B Aortic Dissection Management with Endovascular Today
In a recent article in Endovascular Today, Sophia Khan, MD, assistant professor of vascular surgery and Rana Afifi, MD, associate professor of vascular surgery, discuss the evolving treatment methodologies for acute aortic dissection, specifically type B aortic dissection (TBAD). With…
Linh Bui, MD
Dr. Linh Bui is a cardiologist in the Division of Cardiology and Department of Internal Medicine at McGovern Medical School. She received her BSc from the University of Denver. She received her medical degree from The University of Colorado Health Sciences…
Dr. Gustavo Oderich Named President-Elect of the International Society of Endovascular Specialists
We are pleased to announce that Gustavo Oderich, MD, professor and chief of Vascular Surgery, has been named President-Elect for the International Society of Endovascular Specialists (ISEVS). Prior to joining UTHealth Houston in 2020, Dr. Oderich served as the immediate…
Event Recap: The 2023 Brano Heart Failure Forum
The Brano Heart Failure Forum recently brought together leading healthcare providers from across the world for a deep dive into the latest advancements in heart failure treatment and management. The event featured an impressive lineup of presenters, including UTHealth Houston…
Get Ready for the Houston Half Health Fair: Cardio and Vein Screenings, and More
We are excited to announce that our Heart & Vascular team will be joining our colleagues at the upcoming Houston Half event, taking place from Oct. 27th to 29th, 2023. As part of the Health Fair and Packet Pick-up event…
Santosh C. Uppu, MD
Originally from India, Dr. Santosh Uppu has been practicing medicine in the U.S. since 2005. He cares for patients of all ages and tailors each treatment plan based on each person’s lifestyle and condition. Dr. Uppu is committed and invested…
Poyee P. Tung, MD
Poyee P. Tung, MD, is the director of the Adult Congenital Heart Disease program and a professor at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). She specializes in taking care of adult…