A Message from the Publications Committee:

Welcome to the Fall 2024 edition of the Department of Surgery newsletter at UTMB! We remain dedicated to achieving excellence in healthcare and prioritizing patient well-being. This quarter has showcased outstanding teamwork and significant advancements, highlighting the commitment of our surgical teams and support staff. Together, we are making a meaningful impact.

Best regards,
The Office of Publications

Fall 2024 Newsletter Featured Division:
Division of Plastic Surgery

(Not featured is Lanette Patton and Anita Cheatham)

Fall 2024 New Employees

Events

Vascular Residents Present at Vascular Annual Meeting

July 23, 2024, 12:10 PM by Dr. Christine Shokrzadeh, MD, FACS

Vascular surgery residents Drs. Tsukagoshi and Davis presented their research at Vascular Annual Meeting 2024 in Chicago in June.
Successful First HoLEP Course Training at UTMB: From Sim Lab to OR: Developing Expertise in HoLEP Surgery

August 21, 2024, 12:17 PM by Dr. Farhan, MD, FACS

We are excited to announce the successful completion of our first HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) Course Training, "From Sim Lab to OR: Developing Expertise in HoLEP Surgery."
The Sealy & Smith LSTAR and Department of Surgery Hosted The Texas Annual Surgical Skills Meeting

September 16, 2024, 15:20 PM by John Carstens

The Sealy & Smith LSTAR and the UTMB Department of Surgery hosted the 2024 Annual Texas Association of Surgical Skills Laboratories (TASSL) Meeting, marking its first time since 2014.

Invited Speakers

The Division of Plastic Surgery hosts Visiting Professor Dr. Timothy W. King

Aug 23, 2024, 11:24 AM by John Carstens

The Division of Plastic Surgery recently had the pleasure of hosting visiting professor Dr. Timothy W. King, MD, PhD. His lectures included, “Innovation in Plastic Surgery,” “How to build a collaborative multi-specialty clinical program,” and “How do I get paid? The ABC’s of CPT, RVU and ICD10.” Dr. King went on rounds with the residents, toured UTMB, and visited the Moody Medical Library. The residents also presented cases and received valuable feedback from Dr. King. 

Dr King was generous of his time with both formal teaching and informal mentoring of the residents.

Published

Transplant School of Medicine Student Gets Manuscript Published

July 29, 2024, 13:21 PM by John Carstens

John Johnson (MS4) and colleagues published a manuscript titled "Donor Hepatitis C Status is Not Associated with an Increased Risk of Acute Rejection in Kidney Transplantation."
Oral & Maxillofacial Faculty Member Gets a Chapter Published

August 23, 2024, 14:15 PM by John Carstens

Dr. Camilo Mosquera has published a new chapter on soft tissue reconstruction in head and neck surgery, highlighting the latest techniques and advancements in this crucial area.
Oral & Maxillofacial Faculty Member co-authors a Published Abstract

August 30, 2024, 10:22 AM by John Carstens

Dr. Camilo Mosquera co-authored a publication titled, “Functional outcomes and survival after total glossectomy with laryngectomy: a systematic review.”

Honors & Awards

General Surgery Resident is Awarded a Scholarship for Residents

August 23, 2024, 12:27 PM by John Carstens

The Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society (ECTSS) is pleased to announce Dr. Susana Fortich as the recipient of this year's David Campbell Scholarship for Residents.
Surgery Resident Awarded Liver Scholar Award

July 11, 2024, 14:51 PM by John Carstens

Isabella Faria, MD was awarded 2024 Guadalupe Garcia-Tsao Emerging Liver Scholar Award, awarded by the AASLD Foundation- American Association of Studies for Liver Disease.