Zlotnik Family Gift Establishes Endowed Professorship to Advance the Future of Sports Medicine
Rehal A. Bhojani, MD, FAAFP, CAQSM, named inaugural professor as endowed gift strengthens physician education, research and innovation at UTHealth Houston. The future of medicine depends on the physicians who will lead it—and the investments that help prepare them. Building on longstanding commitment…
Building More Than Surgeons
How Ortho Camp Is Shaping the Next Generation of Orthopedic Surgeons What began with six interns and a simple belief has grown into a nationally recognized tradition in orthopedic education. For more than a decade, Milton “Chip” Routt, MD, professor…
Groin Pain in Soccer
Soccer Injuries Explained: Understanding Groin Pain When Colombia defeated Ghana in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, the celebration was accompanied by heartbreaking news. Just eight minutes into the match, striker Jhon Córdoba suffered a left…
Ankle Sprains in Soccer
Soccer Injuries Explained: Ankle Sprains – When “Just a Rolled Ankle” Isn’t So Simple Ankle injuries have already become part of the story of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Germany lost defender Nico Schlotterbeck for the remainder of the tournament…
Meniscus Tears in Soccer
Soccer Injuries Explained: Meniscus Tears | Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention To the casual fan, a World Cup highlight might look effortless—a perfectly timed cut past a defender, a quick change of direction to create space or a sliding challenge to…
Leading with Love and Gratitude
Rex Marco, MD, Shares a Powerful Lesson with McGovern Medical School’s Class of 2026 When Rex Marco, MD, stood before the McGovern Medical School Class of 2026 as this year’s commencement speaker, he could have reflected on decades of accomplishments…
Concussions in Soccer
Soccer Injuries Explained: Concussions — Signs, Symptoms, and Safe Return to Play As fans around the world tune in to the FIFA World Cup, they expect to see spectacular goals, dramatic saves, and intense competition. What many may not expect…
ACL Injuries in Soccer
Soccer Injuries Explained: ACL Tears. What Fans, Players, and Parents Need to Know. Bonnie Gregory, MD, assistant professor and orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at UTHealth Houston (external link) and team physician for the Houston Dash, explains why ACL tears happen,…
Pickleball Foot and Ankle Injuries: Prevention Tips
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. While it’s an excellent way to stay active, orthopedic specialists are seeing a sharp rise in pickleball foot and ankle injuries. From ankle sprains to Achilles tendon ruptures, pickleball-related…
Revision Hip Replacement: When and Why It’s Needed
Revision Hip Replacement: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery Hip replacement is one of the most successful procedures in modern medicine, with newer implants lasting 20 to 30 years or longer. However, in some cases, some patients may eventually experience implant wear,…