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  • Winnie’s story: from blockage to life-saving new procedure New minimally invasive prevention procedure uses a special system designed to reduce the risk of stroke during the insertion of a stent.
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  • Caregiver support crucial for mental health UT Physicians Center for Health Aging - Bellaire offers group support to people caring for loved ones during a session called New Reflections.
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  • Advanced Treatment of Arachnoid Cysts with Dr. David Sandberg What are pediatric arachnoid cysts? Arachnoid cysts are collections in the brain of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounded by a thin, transparent membrane. Some arachnoid cysts are small, incidental findings and cause no symptoms. Small arachnoid cysts often do not enlarge over time and the majority never require intervention. Others can grow and cause a variety […]
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  • Pediatric Brain Tumor Program Pediatric brain tumors are the second most common cancer in children, with approximately 2,500 to 3,500 brain tumors diagnosed in the United States each year. Through the collaborative efforts of The University of Texas MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and affiliated physicians from the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, advances are being made […]
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  • Pediatric Brain Tumors Dr. Sandberg is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Health System. Views or opinions presented in this video are solely those of the physician(s) or presenter(s) and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Memorial Hermann Health System. This video is presented to the public for educational purposes only and Memorial Hermann Health System is […]
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  • Retinoblastoma Retinoblastoma is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the retina, the light-sensitive layers of nerve tissue at the back of the eye. If left untreated, retinoblastoma is a potentially blinding and fatal eye cancer. Although it is relatively rare, it is the most common malignant eye tumor in children. […]
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  • Pediatric Hydrocephalus Hydrocephalus comes from the Greek: hydro means water, cephalus head. Hydrocephalus is an abnormal accumulation of fluid (cerebrospinal fluid, or CSF) within cavities called ventricles inside the brain. CSF is produced in the ventricles by delicate tufted structures known as choroid plexus. It circulates through the ventricular system and is absorbed into the bloodstream. CSF […]
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  • Craniosynostosis The skull of an infant is made up of free-floating bones separated by fibers called sutures. This arrangement allows the infant’s head to pass through the birth canal and also enables the skull to grow with the brain in early infancy. Premature fusing of the sutures is called craniosynostosis, which restricts skull growth. The cause […]
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  • How I got my life back after weight loss surgery After trying to lose weight unsuccessfully with fad diets and exercise, 63-year-old Gary Johnson heard about a procedure from a friend that would melt away the pounds. He headed to Houston to meet with Dr. Todd Wilson for a consultation that would be life changing.
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  • Preventative care saves Houstonian Each year, an estimated 70,000 people will be diagnosed with oral, head and neck cancers. UT Physicians otorhinolaryngologists are working to educate the public about these types of cancers and how early detection is the key to survival.
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  • Michelle’s story—seizing a cure Louisiana resident Michelle Hernandez spent most of her life searching for a way to control her seizures caused by epilepsy. Her journey led her to UT Physicians and Dr. Giridhar Kalamangalam. Her life has now been forever changed.
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  • Early detection key to cancer survival During a routine well visit at the new UT Physicians Community Health & Wellness Center – Rosenberg, a local woman receives test orders that lead to a breast cancer diagnosis.
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  • Where did that cough come from? Parents are always on high alert when they hear their child cough. It’s upsetting indeed to hear our little ones stave off a potential cold or an asthma attack. What can we do to help? Use a humidifier to put moisture in the air Reduce the amount of food you give to a child, if […]
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  • Watch your back How common is back pain? Back pain is something all of us experience from time to time. It can interfere with daily activities and is a common medical complaint. In fact, the National Institutes of Health estimates that one quarter of U.S. adults experience a day of back pain over the course of a 3 […]
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  • Pediatric Sports Medicine The Pediatric Sports Medicine program is focused on providing the highest level of operative and nonoperative care for the young growing athlete. Because the growing athlete is very different than the adult athlete, we carefully consider those differences in our approach to treatment and employ the latest arthroscopic treatments when indicated. We partner with other […]
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  • Pediatric Spine and Scoliosis We offer both the nonoperative and operative management of pediatric spine conditions in children of all ages, including scoliosis and other spinal problems. Our multidisciplinary approach utilizes orthotists (to make spine braces), physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and even neurosurgeons to provide specialized care through all phases of treatment. Some conditions we treat Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis […]
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  • Child and Young Adult Hip Preservation The hip preservation service focuses on the nonoperative and operative management of all hip-related conditions in children of all ages and young adults. We offer comprehensive hip care to patients with congenital, acquired, traumatic, and sports-related conditions. Our team of specialists employs the latest technology to offer arthroscopic and minimally invasive care when indicated. This […]
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  • Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma and Acute Care We combine the expertise of fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeons with fellowship-trained orthopedic traumatologists to provide the highest level of pediatric orthopedic trauma and acute care to children of all ages. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to seamlessly span the continuum from infant to young adult and treat even the most complex pelvic and acetabular fractures. […]
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  • Total joint Total joint specialists are expert orthopaedic surgeons who replace an arthritic or damaged joint with an artificial joint called a prosthesis. The areas that may be treated with total joint replacement include: Elbow Hip Knee Shoulder Wrist
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  • Orthopaedic trauma surgery Orthopaedic trauma surgery is a hallmark of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. As the orthopaedic trauma providers of Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center’s Level 1 Trauma Center, our department faculty, residents, and students have access to a tremendous range and volume of trauma care. This Memorial Hermann Trauma Center is one of the busiest trauma units […]
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  • Uterine Fibroids Uterine Fibroids are benign growths in the uterus also known leiomyomas.   They may occur in women of any age, but most commonly occur in women ages  30 – 40 years.   Fibroids may be single or multiple, and can be very large or small. Most fibroids cause no symptoms at all but when present  may cause: […]
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  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) occurs when there is momentary loss of blood flow to an area of the brain. Because the blood flow is restored on its own, the symptoms of stroke go away on their own after minutes to hours. A TIA is a sign that a stroke may occur and is therefore as dangerous […]
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  • Stroke What is a stroke? A stroke or a brain attack occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel or when a blood vessel bursts, interrupting blood flow to an area of the brain. An ischemic stroke occurs when the blood vessel is blocked. This is the most common type of stroke. A hemorrhagic stroke […]
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  • Mohs micrographic surgery Mohs micrographic surgery is a refinement of an innovation in 1936 by Dr Frederick Mohs. It is a highly specialized outpatient surgery that offers the best cure rate for many skin cancers, while maximally sparing healthy tissue. The distinctions of this procedure are many and include; 1 Margin Control– Mohs surgery uniquely orients, maps, and […]
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  • Varicose veins Leg veins are equipped with one-way valves designed to prevent blood from flowing backwards in the vein. When those valves no longer function properly because of age, genetic, dysfunction or the distention of the veins, the blood will no longer be sufficiently pushed in the correct direction and can flow backwards (reflux) and pool up […]
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