UTHSC News


Cardiologist to Speak on Cardiovascular Health Disparities

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The Bluff City Medical Society, in partnership with the UT Center on Health Disparities, is featuring Levi Watkins, Jr., MD, as its guest lecturer for the Annual Bluff City Memorial Lecture.


Zhang Awarded Grants to Pursue Prevention

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UTHSC Assistant Professor Chunxiang Zhang, MD, PhD, has been awarded two grants to pursue vascular research that will aid in the understanding and treatment of diabetes, as well as cardiovascular disease.


Students to Participate in National Healthcare Competition

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Six students from UTHSC have been selected to enter a national competition focusing on improving healthcare quality.


UT Cancer Institute Opens Seventh Facility in Bartlett

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The UT Cancer Institute announces its newest, state-of-the-art, cancer treatment facility at 2996 Kate Bond Road, Bartlett, with an open house from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6.


Researcher Targets Complications of Diabetes

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Edwards A. Park, PhD, UTHSC professor, has been awarded a three-year American Diabetes Association grant totaling nearly $300,000 to study hyperglycemia, which is repsonsible for many complications associated with type II diabetes.


Center for Biodefense and Security Established at UTHSC

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The UT Health Science Center has established the Mid-South Center for Biodefense and Security to coordinate federal, regional and state resources as well as increase support for activities directly impacting homeland security.


Students Present Community Outreach Activities

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UTHSC students will be presenting their service-learning projects in the lobby of the 920 Madison Ave. Building from noon to 2p.m. on Thursday, March 17.


Research to Prevent Blindness Grant Supports UT Ophthalmology

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Alessandro Iannaccone, MD,UTHSC associate professor of ophthalmology, has received a prestigious Research to Prevent Blindness Career Development Award for $200,000.