Annual Aging to Perfection Lecture Series highlights advances in Dementia Care and Brain Health
Nearly 160 members of the UTHealth Houston community and the public gathered at The Junior League of Houston on Sept. 23 for the fifth annual Aging to Perfection Endowed Lecture Series, which celebrates the legacy of Carmel Bitondo Dyer, MD….
Ostrosky Discusses Updated COVID-19 Vaccine on Houston Public Media
Luis Ostrosky, MD, professor and chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, joined Hello Houston on Houston Public Media to discuss the recently updated COVID-19 vaccine and what Houstonians should know as the…
Ostrosky Featured in Houston Chronicle Medical Mystery Files
Luis Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, was featured in the Houston Chronicle’s Medical Mystery Files for his role in treating a patient diagnosed with Whipple’s disease, a rare bacterial…
Ostrosky Discusses Ebola Screenings at Bush Intercontinental Airport
Luis Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, spoke with ABC13 Houston about Ebola health screenings for certain international travelers arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Ostrosky discussed how Ebola is…
Ostrosky Discusses COVID-19 Treatment Options
Luis Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, was featured in Verywell Health discussing treatment options for COVID-19. Ostrosky provides insight into the use and effectiveness of antiviral medications such as…
Ostrosky Co-Authors Article on Invasive Fungal Disease in Transplantation
Luis Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, co-authored an article in Contagion examining the evolving landscape of invasive fungal disease among transplant recipients. The article highlights evolving epidemiology, emerging antifungal…
Ostrosky Discusses Fungal Meningitis Outbreak Linked to Medical Procedures in Mexico
Luis Z. Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, was featured in Newsweek discussing a fungal meningitis outbreak linked to medical procedures performed in Mexico. Read the full story: Americans Die…
Ostrosky Discusses Shingles Risks and Prevention
Luis Z. Ostrosky, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, was featured in a UT Physicians article discussing shingles, including who is at risk, potential complications, treatment, and the importance of vaccination….
Arduino Research Highlights Advances in HIV Treatment
Roberto C. Arduino, MD, professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, has contributed to several recent studies advancing the understanding and treatment of HIV. Arduino, an expert in HIV care and clinical research,…
Grand Rounds, September 24, 2026
Presentation Title: Chronic Low Back Pain for the Internist 2026 Speaker: John Reveille, MD Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Location: MSB 2.103 Learning Format: In-Person and Online Series Objectives: Apply the latest evidence with…