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Texas Tech Physicians Allergist Sheds Light On Adult-Onset Allergies
James Tarbox, M.D., an allergist at Texas Tech Physicians, spoke about adult- onset allergies.
Hutson Named TTUHSC Hematology Oncology Division Chief and UMC Cancer Center Director
Thomas E. Hutson, D.O., Pharm.D., an internationally recognized leader in the field of urologic cancers, has been named chief of the Hematology Oncology Division in the Department of Internal Medicine at the TTUHSC School of Medicine.
Texas Tech Physicians Multispecialty Clinic to Open in South Lubbock
The Texas Tech Physicians Multispecialty Clinic will be home to eight clinical services including cardiology, endocrinology, family medicine, internal medicine, orthopaedics (sports medicine), psychiatry, surgery and urology.
Children Benefit from Award-Winning Between Lubbock Arts Festival and Texas Tech Physicians
The Texas Festivals and Events Association recently gave its “Best Children’s Programming” award to the Children’s Art Area presented by Texas Tech Physicians.
Ronald L. Cook, DO, MBA, named Texas Family Physician of the Year
Ronald L. Cook, DO, MBA, of Lubbock, Texas, was named the 2023 Texas Family Physician of the Year during TAFP’s Annual Session and Primary Care Summit in Grapevine on Nov. 11.
Tackling Heart Health for Athletes
Scott Shurmur, M.D., a cardiologist at the Texas Tech Physicians Center for Cardiovascular Health, shared his expertise and his experience as a former collegiate athlete.
Transition to Fall May Have Some People Feeling the Blues
The transition into fall can lead to a form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a low level of depression that's common in the northern hemisphere during this time of year.
Fall Festivities and Feasts: Is Your Gallbladder Trying to Tell You Something?
Justin Vaughan, M.D., a surgeon at TTUHSC, said if you’ve ever felt intermittent pain in your upper right abdomen after eating a second deep-fried Twinkie or an extra spicy chili cheese dog, you may need to be more aware of this small but mighty organ.
Protect Your Eyes During the Annular Eclipse
Kelly Mitchell, M.D., Texas Tech Physicians ophthalmologist, offered tips on enjoying the celestial event without damaging your eyes.
Youth Suicide: We Need to Address It
Natalie Scanlon, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Texas Tech Physicians, provides tips for keeping children safe.
Feeling Tired? Don’t Consume More Caffeine or Take Study Drugs
David Edwards, M.D., a family medicine physician at Texas Tech Physicians, said without a good night’s rest, college students are more likely to rely on caffeine and other substances to get them through the day.
TTUHSC Dermatologist Discusses Misconceptions Regarding Skin Cancer
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center dermatologist Michelle Tarbox, M.D., addresses some common misconceptions about skin cancer.
TTUHSC Professor Gives Presentation at ACOG Meeting
Robert Kauffman, M.D., a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at TTUHSC, was selected to present May 20 at the ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting in Baltimore.
What Do You Know about Esophageal Cancer?
April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, and health care professionals want to provide valuable information regarding this cancer that occurs in the esophagus or food pipe.
From House Calls to Virtual Visits
Texas Tech Physicians primary and specialty clinics across West Texas have completed more than 160,000 telehealth visits since the start of the pandemic.
Paving a Smoother Path to Manuscript Publication
Shane Harper, DMS, PA-C, is the founding editor-in-chief for the West Texas Journal of Medicine, which published its inaugural issue in December.
Drug Use, Family History Can Lead to Heart Disease in Younger Adults
Abstaining from drug abuse and an early diagnosis of familial hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol) can help prevent heart disease.
Kicking the Habit Puts the Heart Into the Great American Smokeout
It is estimated cigarettes annually lead to the death of more 480,000 people in the U.S. The Great American Smokeout, which the American Cancer Society began in 1977, continues to encourages smokers to kick the habit.
Covenant Children's to Partner with Texas Tech Physicians to Open Outpatient Relational Health Center
Covenant Children’s is expanding their partnership with Texas Tech Physicians – Psychiatry to open an outpatient relational health center at Covenant Children’s hospital.
Novel Medication, Specialized Ambulances Help in Stroke Treatment
Saif Bushnaq, M.D., is a neurologist for the Vascular and Interventional Neurology Division at Texas Tech Physicians, addresses the different types of strokes and the future of stroke medicine.
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