Welcome Mark Hobeika, MD, FACS, New Chief of Abdominal Organ Transplantation
We are pleased to welcome Mark Hobeika, MD, FACS, as the new Division Director of the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplantation at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Hobeika brings a wealth of experience in transplant surgery, along with a strong commitment to patient…
SurgeON Newsletter – April 2025
Read the April 2025 Issue of SurgeON… (external link) In this Issue: Welcome Mark Hobeika, MD, FACS, New Chief of Abdominal Organ Transplantation Leadership Transitions in the Department of Surgery Rashtak Named Physician of the Year at Memorial Hermann Northeast…
SurgeON Newsletter – March 2025
Read the March 2025 Issue of SurgeON… (external link) In this Issue: Save the Date: Surgery Research Day Department of Surgery Honors its STAR Award Recipients McGovern Medical School Students and Residents Showcase Research at Academic Surgical Congress Regional Meeting…
SurgeON Newsletter – February 2025
Read the February 2025 Issue of SurgeON… (external link) In this Issue: Surgical Disruptive Technology Summit Showcases the Future of Surgery New Research Defines “Time to Weight Plateau” in Obesity Treatment Khan Military Scholarships Honoring resilience throughout National Birth Defects…
Snow Day: A Rare Winter Wonderland
Winter Storm Enzo brought more than just a chill to Houston—it brought the magic of snow! From cozy neighborhoods and local parks to a few dedicated moments captured in the Texas Medical Center, our faculty and residents embraced this rare…
SurgeON Newsletter – January 2025
Read the January 2025 Issue of SurgeON… (external link) In this Issue: Robinson and Kao Served as Citizen Ambassadors to Vietnam Announcements & Highlights Publications of Note In the News Grand Rounds Social Media Spotlight Sign Up for the SurgeON…
Celebrating Mentorship in the Department of Surgery
Mentorship is often described as a cornerstone of professional growth, and for many aspiring medical students, the guidance of a great mentor can leave a lifelong impact. This statement rings especially true for students mentored by Farzaneh Banki, MD, Professor in…
Malik Awarded Inaugural Division of Pediatrics Shark Tank Award
Congratulations to Neha Malik, MD, a general surgery resident, on being selected as the winner of the inaugural Division of Pediatrics Shark Tank Award at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Currently completing a research fellowship, Dr. Malik…
2024 Geriatric Trauma Symposium: Advancing Age-Friendly Care with a Multidisciplinary Approach
On Friday, Nov. 15, McGovern Medical School and Memorial Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center hosted the inaugural 2024 Geriatric Trauma Symposium at the Denton A. Cooley, MD, and Ralph C. Cooley, DDS University Life Center. The event brought together healthcare professionals…
SurgeON Newsletter – December 2024
Read the December 2024 Issue of SurgeON… (external link) In this Issue: Year-End Reflections & Updates from the Chairman 2024 Geriatric Trauma Symposium: Advancing Age-Friendly Care with a Multidisciplinary Approach UTHealth Houston Faculty Communicate Their Successes in Trauma Quality TQIP…