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  • image from Our Patients Look Like This: Kevin McDonald A Christmas Miracle

    Our Patients Look Like This: Kevin McDonald A Christmas Miracle

    “When I was 11,” says Kevin McDonald, “my world turned upside down after I scraped my right thigh and knee....

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  • image from Our Patients Look Like This: Cheyenne Meyer Unstoppable Triathlete

    Our Patients Look Like This: Cheyenne Meyer Unstoppable Triathlete

    An elite-level triathlete. A determined spirit with a comeback attitude. Cheyenne Meyer, 23, was enjoying a training ride for a...

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  • image from Virtual Residency Open House – November 17th

    Virtual Residency Open House – November 17th

    Please email LaToya.M.Casimere@uth.tmc.edu to RSVP, remember to add the 2 sub-specialty interests for the breakout sessions.

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  • image from Virtual Residency Open House – November 10th

    Virtual Residency Open House – November 10th

    Please email LaToya.M.Casimere@uth.tmc.edu to RSVP, remember to add the 2 sub-specialty interests for the breakout sessions.  

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  • image from UT Ortho Annual Report 2019

    UT Ortho Annual Report 2019

    The UT Ortho Annual Report is available to view online. Click the image below to view–

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  • image from William C. McGarvey, MD, Installed as AOFAS® President

    William C. McGarvey, MD, Installed as AOFAS® President

    Congratulations to our very own, William C. McGarvey, MD, who was named President of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle...

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  • image from Case of the Month – Pediatric Benign Bone Tumors — There is “a light at the end of the tunnel.”

    Case of the Month – Pediatric Benign Bone Tumors — There is “a light at the end of the tunnel.”



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  • image from The Houston Texans’ most important defender

    The Houston Texans’ most important defender



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    Doctors, mommies, and me



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  • Riley McCullough football on the field

    Setting the Record Straight Regarding CTE

    Dr. Summer Ott, Director of the Concussion Program, gives input on setting the record straight regarding CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy).

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  • athlete on running tracks tying shoe

    Don’t Let Shin Splints Spoil Your Sports Plans

    Don't let shin splints spoil your training or sports plans. Dr. Shani discusses prevention and treatment of shin splints. Read More >>

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  • image from Guatemalan man receives a much needed surgery and comprehensive patient care

    Guatemalan man receives a much needed surgery and comprehensive patient care

    Guatemalan man receives a much needed Knee Replacement and comprehensive patient care after many unsuccessful surgeries. View More >>

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  • TMC

    UT Ortho Named One of the Largest Groups in the United States

    UT Ortho named one of the largest groups in the United States based on both number of physicians and practice locations. Read More>>

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  • image from An American Oarsmen and His Road to the 2016 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge

    An American Oarsmen and His Road to the 2016 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge

    Mike Matson of the American Oarsmen tells the story of his journey to the 2016 Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge, thanks to Dr. Matthew Mays. Read More>>

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  • image from Touching Hands Project Goes to Cambodia – Dr. Koepplinger’s Mission Trip

    Touching Hands Project Goes to Cambodia – Dr. Koepplinger’s Mission Trip

    Dr. Matt Koepplinger spent two weeks in Takeo, Cambodia on a medical mission trip helping burn victims and teaching local staff. Read More>>

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  • image from Blake’s Story with Dr. Mark Prasarn, Dr. Andrew Choo and UT Ortho Trauma Team

    Blake’s Story with Dr. Mark Prasarn, Dr. Andrew Choo and UT Ortho Trauma Team

    Watch the incredible video below about how Blake fell 40 feet, and his success story. Dr. Mark Prasarn and Dr. Andrew Choo and the UT...

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    Top Back-to-School Sports Injuries

    Dr. Raj Shani writes about preventing top back-to-school sports injuries and safety tips.

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  • Wellness Programs at Work

    Wellness Programs at Work

    Dr. Jocelyn Szeto discusses the effectiveness of wellness programs in the workplace.

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  • image from Dr. Lowe Honored as Distinguished Alumni

    Dr. Lowe Honored as Distinguished Alumni

    Dr. Lowe was honored at the Distinguished Alumni dinner last week. Read more about his dedicated service to the university here.

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  • Pearland Distance Runner Returns After Crash

    Pearland Distance Runner Returns After Crash



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  • Dangers of distracted walking

    Dangers of distracted walking



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  • EMS Orthopedic Trauma Symposium

    EMS Orthopedic Trauma Symposium

    The Trauma specialists at UT Ortho provide advanced training for first responders in the Greater Houston area.

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    Dr. Lowe on NFL Injuries and Return to Play

    Dr. Lowe discusses return-to-play following a sports injury.

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  • Dwight Howard Bone Marrow Aspirate Injection

    Dwight Howard Bone Marrow Aspirate Injection



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  • Dr. Adam Freehand Demonstrates the MAKO Robot at Memorial Hermann the Woodlands

    Dr. Adam Freehand Demonstrates the MAKO Robot at Memorial Hermann the Woodlands



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  • Dr. Adam Freedhand Introduces the MAKO Robot

    Dr. Adam Freedhand Introduces the MAKO Robot



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  • Dr. Summer Ott on the Prevention, Treatment, and Diagnosis of Sports Related Concussions

    Dr. Summer Ott on the Prevention, Treatment, and Diagnosis of Sports Related Concussions



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  • Spotlight on Dr. Joshua Gary and UT Trauma and Fracture Care

    Spotlight on Dr. Joshua Gary and UT Trauma and Fracture Care

    Watch Dr. Joshua Gary and UT Ortho Trauma and Fracture Care team help patients return to a normal life after a traumatic accident.

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  • Concussions Require Careful Management

    Concussions Require Careful Management



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  • Dr. Alfred Mansour and Dr. Summer Ott on Sports Injury Prevention

    Dr. Alfred Mansour and Dr. Summer Ott on Sports Injury Prevention



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  • NBA Players Spotlight Sports Medicine

    NBA Players Spotlight Sports Medicine



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  • Houston Rockets Honor Sports Medicine Program

    Houston Rockets Honor Sports Medicine Program



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  • Dr. Raj Shani on Backpack Safety

    Dr. Raj Shani on Backpack Safety



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  • Dr. Tim Achor on Trampoline Safety

    Dr. Tim Achor on Trampoline Safety



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  • New Publication: Evaluation of Antibiotic-Impregnated Microspheres

    New Publication: Evaluation of Antibiotic-Impregnated Microspheres



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  • Dr. Walt Lowe recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

    Dr. Walt Lowe recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)



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  • New Study Looks at Teen Athlete Concussions

    New Study Looks at Teen Athlete Concussions



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  • What Causes People to Fall?

    What Causes People to Fall?



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  • Corticosteroid Injections Help Injured NFL Players Return to Play Sooner

    Corticosteroid Injections Help Injured NFL Players Return to Play Sooner



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  • Cyclist Gets a Second Chance

    Cyclist Gets a Second Chance



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  • Dr. John Munz Wins Orthopedic Teaching Award

    Dr. John Munz Wins Orthopedic Teaching Award



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  • Keeping Sports Safer: Understanding Concussions

    Keeping Sports Safer: Understanding Concussions



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  • D.J. Hayden’s Near Death Story

    D.J. Hayden’s Near Death Story



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  • Lawnmower Safety with Dr. Tim Achor

    Lawnmower Safety with Dr. Tim Achor



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  • Under the knife: Live tweet of ACL Surgery

    Under the knife: Live tweet of ACL Surgery

    Memorial Hermann live tweets ACL surgery performed by Dr. Lowe

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