COVID-19 booster vaccines available
 
 

All faculty, staff, students and residents who have not yet signed up for a COVID-19 booster vaccine can now register.

 

To schedule your COVID-19 booster, log in to our scheduling website. Locations include the Medical Arts and Research Center (MARC) or Wellness 360 located in the School of Nursing.


 
 
 
2021 Spirit Week: People. Passion. Partnership.
 
 

It's time to pause and say thank you for all you’ve done to keep us pushing forward — working in partnership — bolstered by the hope that drives us to educate gifted minds, discover pathways to end disease and provide the very best health care for our patients.


 
 
Resources for suicide prevention
 
 

With increased stress, loneliness and depression during the pandemic, resources and awareness for suicide prevention can be more important than ever. Find expert advice, resources for suicide prevention and information covering different mental health topics.


 
 
Your donations to the SECC make a difference
 
 
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Our community continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and that’s why donations to the UT Health San Antonio 2021 State Employee Charitable Campaign (SECC) are so impactful and can assist those who are struggling.


 
 
Wellness 360 brings a series of flu shot clinics to campus
 
 
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Wellness 360 has a brought a series of flu shot clinics to our campus. Please see details on the website, including a checklist of items to bring. We encourage all employees to get a flu vaccine this season.


 
 
Non-essential travel suspended
 
 

Due to continued concerns with the highly infectious and emerging COVID-19 variants, non-essential travel that does not support vital humanitarian efforts or critical business functions should be suspended through Dec. 31, 2021.


 
 
Caring for Brianna: VHL Dream Team springs into action
 
 

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This article raises awareness of von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease and helps the public learn about state-of-the-art VHL care available in San Antonio. The Mays Cancer Center is recognized as a VHL Clinical Care Center by the VHL Alliance.


 
 
You're Invited: Q4 Stars and Shields Awards Ceremony
 
 

Plan to virtually attend the UT Health Physicians 2021 Stars and Shields Awards ceremony on on Thursday, Oct. 7 at noon.


You are invited to virtually attend the UT Health Physicians 2021 Stars and Shields Awards.

 

Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021

Noon

Join the Online Meeting

Or, join by phone:

+1 210-469-0159 with conference ID: 227 133 932#

 

Watch and cheer as UT Health Physicians' 2021 Gold Shield Award winners and fourth-quarter Silver Star Award winners are announced.

 

The UT Health Physicians Stars and Shields program formally recognizes clinical staff, teams, providers and volunteers who have been nominated for their outstanding dedication to providing excellent, patient-centered care. Learn more about the Stars and Shields program at UT Health Physicians.

 

Silver Star Award nominations can be submitted 24/7 using the form located here: www.UTHealthCare.org/Stars 

 

All questions can be sent directly to StarsandShields@UTHealthSA.org

 
 
 
Top San Antonio doctor urging vaccinations to avoid COVID winter surge
 
 

The COVID-19 pandemic is already the deadliest disease event in American history. Dr. Robert Leverence, chief medical officer at UT Health Physicians, says the worst COVID surge could still be ahead of us as we go into winter, but there is one thing that could almost make certain we'd avoid a surge.


 
 
UT Health San Antonio explains how to prevent childhood obesity
 
 

September is Childhood Obesity Month, and health experts say about 1 in 5 American children are considered obese. Dr. Cynthia Cantu, Primary Care Physician at UT Health San Antonio, shares ways to help prevent childhood obesity.


 
 
Still vaccine hesitant? Here’s how to continue having the conversation with family and friends
 
 

Dr. Luz M. Garcini, Center for Research to Advance Community Health (ReACH), spoke to KENS 5 viewers about ways to speak with family and friends who may be hesitant about getting vaccinated against COVID-19.


 
 
 
San Antonio Liver Cancer Symposium
 
 

The San Antonio Liver Cancer Symposium will focus on the significant burden of hepatocellular carcinoma that is especially prevalent in South Texas. This event will offer engaging presentations and interactive panel discussions to foster collaborations and further advance the field of liver cancer.


 
 
57th Annual Pediatrics for the Practitioner VIRTUAL Conference
 
 
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You’re invited to a virtual conference designed to provide new information and skills for the physician, advanced practice nurse and healthcare provider who treat children. Join live at your convenience on Oct. 1 – 2 or view the recording later.


Meet our new provider, Prince Otchere, MD. Dr. Otchere is the director of our new cardio-oncology program and an assistant professor of cardiology. Born and raised in Ghana, Dr. Prince Otchere moved to Houston, Texas for tertiary education. His awareness of high blood pressure in his family and the discovery that some cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent in certain ethnic minorities inspired his decision to pursue a degree in Molecular Genetic Technology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, School of Health Professions in Houston. He completed his medical training at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, in Loma Linda, California. Subsequently, he completed his internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship and a sub-specialization in cardio-oncology at Kettering Medical Center in Ohio. Dr. Otchere is board-certified in cardio-oncology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and internal medicine

 

Dr. Otchere’s research interests include developing a cardiac risk prediction tool to help oncologists anticipate patients who are most at risk of developing cardiotoxicity. He is currently enrolled at Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health where is working on an MPH in Epidemiology.

 

Dr. Otchere is committed to providing compassionate cardiovascular care to cancer patients who are about to undergo cardiotoxic therapy with radiation and chemotherapy. His services help mitigate heart failure and valve disease, and may also be beneficial to pediatric cancer patients at high risk of coronary disease caused by radiation.

 
 
San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium
 
 

Join us for the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Dec. 7-10. Listen to cancer experts discuss experimental biology, etiology, prevention, diagnosis and therapy options for breast cancer and premalignant breast disease. You can attend virtually or in-person. The symposium is committed to your safety and will adhere to safety guidelines and protocols from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 


 
 
 
Join us on Sept. 11 for the Kick Cancer tailgate party to kick off UTSA’s football season!
 
 

The countdown is on to football season! UT Health San Antonio is the official health care provider for UTSA Athletics. Come out to the Mays Cancer Center’s “Kick Cancer” tailgate event on Sept. 11, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Alamodome. 


The countdown is on to football season! UT Health San Antonio is the official health care provider for UTSA Athletics. Come out to the Mays Cancer Center’s “Kick Cancer” tailgate event on Sept. 11, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Alamodome, to compete against your friends and family, and practice your kicking skills at our 30 foot 3-point field goal kick challenge. Enter to win prizes and hang out with fellow fans as the Roadrunners take on the Lamar University Cardinals at the Alamodome.

 

Follow UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to see all the updates for the big event. Be sure to like, share, retweet and tag us for a chance to win a UT Health San Antonio cooler full of prizes! 

 

WHAT: Mays Cancer Center’s “Kick Cancer” tailgate event

WHEN: Sept. 11, 2021 from 2 – 5 p.m

WHERE: Alamodome

 
 
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More jobs added to support EDGE
 

As part of the Enterprise Design for Growth and Effectiveness (EDGE) initiative, more new jobs have been added to support the services for IT, Human Resources and Marketing and Communications. There are multiple opportunities for varying levels of candidates. UT Health San Antonio is committed to developing our internal talent, and preference will be given to internal candidates. See all jobs available through the EDGE initiative on the Job Postings website.


 
 
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Take this brief survey and share your opinion on the COVID booster
 
 

We want to hear from you! Share your opinion on the COVID-19 booster by taking this brief survey. 

 


 
 
Free Care.com membership helps employees find background-checked providers
 
 

Need quality child or adult care? Looking for a reliable pet sitter? Need help cleaning your home? Benefits-eligible employees can access Care.com for free.