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Welcome to the Incoming Gastroenterology Fellowship Class of 2028
July 3, 2025
The Division of Gastroenterology is pleased to extend a warm welcome to the incoming Fellows of the Class of 2028: Dr. Dakota Bigham, Dr. Fatma Ozguc, Dr. Jonathan Selzman, Dr. David Spezia-Lindner, and Dr. Adam Vinall. We are honored to have these outstanding physicians join our program and look forward to their contributions in advancing […]
Department of Medicine Grand Rounds – Gastroenterology
June 30, 2025
Dr. Neil Marya presented at UT Health San Antonio Department of Medicine Grand Rounds – Gastroenterology on June 18th, 2025. Topic: Artificial Intelligence Applications to Improve Management of Pancreaticobiliary Disease
Congratulations Fellows Class 2025
June 30, 2025
Congratulations to the Gastroenterology Fellowship Class of 2025! Dr. Umesh Boregowda Dr. James Gnecco Dr. Grace Hopp Dr. Kavea Panneerselvam We celebrate your accomplishments and wish you continued success as you embark on the next chapter of your careers.
Dr. Chahal received Master Endoscopist Award 2025
May 23, 2025
Dr. Prabhleen Chahal received Master Endoscopist Award at ASGE Crystal Awards Gala in San Deigo May, 2025.
Dr. Chak delivered annual Dr. Weser Endowed Lecture in Management of Barrett’s Esophagus
May 23, 2025
Dr. Amitabh Chak, MD, MASGE, ASGE President, delivered annual Dr. Weser Endowed Lecture in Management of Barrett’s Esophagus.
Launch of Endoscopic Services at MSRH Hospital
May 2, 2025
We are proud to announce the successful launch of advanced endoscopic services at the UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital (MSRH) Hospital. Our dedicated team, in collaboration with hospital leadership, has safely and successfully performed a range of cutting-edge procedures—including ERCP, EUS, G-POEM, and ESD—marking a significant milestone in our mission to deliver […]
ACGME-accredited GI fellowship program expansion for 2025
April 25, 2025
We are excited to announce the addition of another ACGME-approved Fellowship Position starting July 1, 2025. This will expand our ACGME-accredited GI fellowship program to 14 fellows in 2025. Expanding training opportunities in gastroenterology is a critical step toward addressing workforce needs and enhancing patient care, and this new position will undoubtedly have a meaningful […]
Spring Wellness 2025 Event Recap
April 15, 2025
Our Spring wellness event was a resounding success, bringing together faculty, fellows, and their families for an afternoon of fun, connection, and sunshine. From a spirited game of beach volleyball to competitive rounds of pickleball and much more, the event was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and lasting memories. Thank you to everyone who joined and […]
Colorectal Cancer Awareness
March 25, 2025
Juan Echavarria, MD, Associate Professor at UT Health San Antonio, discusses the importance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness and how to identify the symptoms and risk factors of the disease in a recent interview on Noticias Telemundo 60 San Antonio. Colorectal Cancer Awareness Noticias Telemundo 60 San Antonio video
Dr. Prabhleen Chahal Awarded Title of “Master Endoscopist”
February 27, 2025
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Chahal for being awarded the title of Master Endoscopist and the designation of Master of ASGE (MASGE)!! Please see the attached article and corresponding link below. UT Health San Antonio gastroenterologist becomes Texas’ first Master Endoscopist