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Congratulations to Claudia F. Lucchinetti, M.D., who has been named executive vice president for medical affairs and the UT Dell Medicine health system. 🤘
An internationally recognized neurologist and dean of Dell Medical School, Dr. Lucchinetti is leading UT’s vision to build a world-class academic medical system that brings together patient care, research and medical education to improve health in Texas and beyond.
Under her leadership, The University of Texas at Austin is setting a new standard for academic medicine and shaping the future of health care.
Learn more: utex.as/3Ufrhnc
For kids like Charli, access to specialized expertise matters. We’re proud that the pediatric neurosciences program at @dellchildrens is helping expand nationally recognized pediatric care for Central Texas families 🤘
The rankings are national, but the impact is local.
Led by Dell Med faculty, @dellchildrens pediatric neurology and neurosurgery program is now tied for No. 21 in the country. For Charli, that expertise changed everything. bit.ly/4hy1Hmi
Kudos to neurologist Dr. Duriel Hardy on participating in the @AANmember 2026 Palatucci Advocacy Leadership Forum! We’re proud to see Dr. Hardy recognized for his commitment to shaping a better future for patients.
The future of surgery is already here. Our own Alisa Coker, M.D., joined the Inside Job podcast to discuss the evolution of robotic surgery and what it means for patient care. Listen: apple.co/4qAMzrj
What drives persistent fear responses in PTSD? A new study led by Jon Willie, M.D., Ph.D., found that targeted treatment of the right amygdala improved PTSD symptoms while revealing a new biomarker tied to threat processing. Read more: bit.ly/4zwNahV
How can healthcare leaders guide rapid growth without losing sight of what matters most? Kevin Bozic, M.D., sheds light on how unity between culture and mission supports purposeful growth and delivers better care for patients.
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This episode recorded live at the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference features Dr. Kevin Bozic, Professor and Chair, Surgery and Perioperative Care Department, Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin. He discusses leading through rapid growth, preserving organizational culture, and why purpose, adaptability, and mission alignment are essential for long-term success in healthcare. #podcast #healthcare #leadership
#AcademicMedicineWeek highlights why academic medicine matters. At @utaustintx, that means Central Texans have better access to highly specialized care at home, from complex transplants to breakthrough pediatric care, enhanced by state-of-the-art research. @AAMC
In @DellMedSchool’s inaugural Medical Humanities Reflection Rounds, our Mike Brode, M.D., sparked meaningful conversation on what resonates in our work and the people behind the statistics. His @NEJM essay, “Number Needed to Treat,” set the stage: bit.ly/3PWB7se
A defining milestone for heart care in Austin: 500 heart transplants at the Institute for Cardiovascular Health, a partner program with @ascensionseton. Patient Victor Gamble rang the ceremonial bell after discharge, surrounded by the community that made it possible.
We are closing out #NursesWeek grateful for the nurses who help power healthcare. Over the past several days we have celebrated our nursing staff and the care they deliver to patients and families. To our nurses: Thank you!
A milestone in care for Central Texans: 100 kidney transplants through our Abdominal Transplant Center, a partnership with @AscensionSeton, led by @dellmedschool faculty surgeons.
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What if you could design a health system from the ground up? With the strength of @UTAustin, the integration of @UTMDAnderson, anchored by Dell Med & a unique opportunity to build differently, we can move beyond improving the system we have to build the one we need. @DellFdn
Happy #DoctorsDay to our physicians. Your expertise and compassion help patients get the right care, clearer answers and stronger support through every step of their health journey. Thank you for caring for Central Texans.
The City of Austin recently honored Dr. Michael Brode for Long COVID Awareness Day. As medical director of our Post-COVID-19 Program, he delivers evidence-based, person-centered care for patients navigating long-term symptoms. @austintexasgov
In just 5 years, the Texas Center for Pediatric & Congenital Heart Disease has performed 50 pediatric heart transplants and earned a No. 10 national ranking. That means access to specialized care for the youngest Texans. bit.ly/47Lhysj
When CJ’s heart condition was diagnosed before birth, his parents feared they’d need to leave Central Texas for care. Instead, they found seamless, team-based care close to home at the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease. CJ’s story: bit.ly/3N7iFLT

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Led by Dr. Charles Fraser Jr., the Texas Center for Pediatric & Congenital Heart Disease team expanded clinical infrastructure, recruited talent & established capabilities to perform the region's 1st pediatric heart transplant, changing outcomes & lives in Central TX & beyond.
The TX Center for Pediatric & Congenital Heart Disease has completed 50 heart transplants in 5 years. This milestone is an example of how investing in academic medicine yields better outcomes for kids, expanding access to life-saving care close to home. @dellchildrens @utaustin
Dr. Aliza Norwood is taking the #TEDxUTAustin stage on 3/8. Her work reflects the power of integrated, person-centered care, ensuring patients with complex needs receive coordinated support close to home. We’re proud to see her representing the future of care in Central Texas.
UT Health Austin is proud to be ranked among @Newsweek’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers of 2026. This recognition reflects our team's commitment to providing the highest quality outpatient surgical care in Central Texas.
For Chelsey Ortman, M.D., every case of pediatric epilepsy is an opportunity to rethink what’s possible. The goal of her deeply technical work is profoundly human: to give every child the best chance at a healthier future. bit.ly/4tahXOc



































