Congratulations, 2026 graduates!
The Department of Pediatrics is so very proud of the accomplishments of these dedicated physicians and grateful to the faculty teachers and mentors. Best wishes to all of you as you enter the next chapter! Child Neurology Residency Graduation Friday,…
Ethical Aspects of Clinical Research course starts Aug. 26
Gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate the ethical challenges of clinical research The Institute for Clinical Research and Learning Health Care provides this course that explores the core principles of research ethics—autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice—and their application to…
Hematology faculty contribute and lead at ISTH 2026
The Division of Hematology had a productive time at the 2026 International Society for Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH (external link)) Congress held in Paris July 11-15. Professor and Interim Division Chief Nidra Rodriguez, MD, had a teaching role at ISTH….
Champions of Clinical Learning Environment: Ansam Hasan, MD
The Office of Professionalism at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston congratulates Ansam Hasan, MD, on being honored as a Champion of the Clinical Learning Environment. Champions are identified through the Learning Environment Surveys, which are sent to students and…
UT Physicians features Pediatric Cardiology Division Chief Holly Bauser-Heaton, MD, PhD
A pediatric cardiologist’s battle with heart failure and how it transformed her approach to care In 2016, pediatric cardiologist Holly D. Bauser-Heaton, MD, PhD, had just finished a long day on her feet caring for her young patients in Georgia…
Meet the CRC: One of UTHealth Houston’s most valuable research resources
Whether you’re preparing for board exams, looking to strengthen your research skills, or seeking to provide the highest quality evidence-based care, the Clinical Research Curriculum (CRC) offers practical training that can help you achieve your goals. Designed specifically for health…
Department of Surgery welcomes new Surgical Director of Pediatric Transplantation Christine Hwang, MD, MHCM, FACS
The Department of Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is thrilled to announce the arrival of Christine Hwang, MD, MHCM, FACS, as she joins the growing faculty in the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation. Dr. Hwang is professor…
Department leaders meet to connect, assess, and align
On June 15, Department of Pediatrics division chiefs and key leaders gathered in the MSB Fifth Floor Gallery to hear plans from the medical school and clinical partners as well as updates on academic and research programs. Dean LaTanya J….
Publications and presentations, July 2026
Publications Presentations Lakshmi Srivaths, MD, will be giving a Doc Talk at the Houston Health Museum on August 28: “Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Facts & Fallacies.” The event is free but registration is required (external link). Heather Saavedra, MS, RD, LD,…
Pediatrics honors, July 2026
Claudia Pedroza, PhD, professor with The Institute of Clinical Research and Learning Healthcare, performed statistics for a study that was selected as Best Overall at the 45th Annual Meeting of the Surgical Infection Society (external link): “Complex & Simple Appendicitis:…