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Department of Medicine Grand Rounds Hosted Dr. Sarah Marucci
October 21, 2026
Thank you to Dr. Sarah Marucci for presenting at today’s GI Grand Rounds on “Gluten, Genes, and the Gut: A Practical Guide to Celiac Disease.” Dr. Marucci’s presentation explored important aspects of celiac disease, highlighting the role of genetics, the body’s immune response to gluten, and the effects of the condition on gastrointestinal health. The […]
ACG 2026
October 19, 2026
That’s a wrap on ACG2026 in Nashville, TN! What an incredible week showcasing outstanding research presented by trainees and mentored by our talented UT Health San Antonio Gastroenterology faculty! So proud of the hard work, collaboration, and achievements of our team. UT Health Alumni Dinner UT Health GI Fellows Faculty and Fellows Poster Collaboration
Masterclass by Dr. Matheus Franco
October 2, 2026
Thursday GI Fellowship Conference: Dr. Franco will present on lesion characterization and the identification of lesions suitable for en bloc resection using ESD, highlighting minimally invasive treatment options and their potential benefits for patient care.
TSGE Annual Conference 2026
October 2, 2026
What an amazing turn out at the Texas Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Conference in Austin, TX with our incredible UT GI Faculty and Fellows.
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sarah Marucci Featured on KENS-TV
August 5, 2026
Sarah Marucci, MD, clinical assistant professor and associate program director of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, spoke to KENS-TV about artificial intelligence-powered technology during colonoscopies to help detect precancerous polyps in real time. Direct link: https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/ut-health-san-antonio-ai-colonoscopies-detect-cancer/273-62b3ac12-6256-4c13-bfcc-d1a29c9326a5
Department of Medicine Grand Rounds Hosted Speaker Dr. Robert Martindale
July 29, 2026
Dr. Robert Martindale is the Professor of Surgery and currently serves as the Medical Director for Hospital Nutrition Services and is a founding member and co-director of the Comprehensive Hernia Center at OHSU. He was the featured speaker for the UT Health Department of Medicine- Gastroenterology Grand Rounds on January 21st, 2026. Topic: ” Enterocutaneous and […]
Congratulations to Dr. Diallo on Receiving the IMRP Award!
June 10, 2026
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Diallo on being selected to receive a Faculty Teaching Award in recognition of his exceptional dedication to education, mentorship, and the lasting impact he has on our learners. This honor is especially meaningful as it follows another recent recognition from our graduating fellows during fellowship graduation, highlighting the profound […]
Department of Medicine Grand Rounds Hosted Weser Lecture Speaker Dr. Jason Dominitz
June 1, 2026
Dr. Jason Dominitz, President of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and Professor of Gastroenterology at the University of Washington, was the featured speaker for the UT Health San Antonio Department of Medicine – Gastroenterology Grand Rounds on May 27, 2026. During his presentation, titled “Shining Light Where the Sun Don’t Shine: Is Colonoscopy […]
The Gastroenterology Team Takes on DDW 2026
May 20, 2026
The Gastroenterology Team proudly represented our institution at Digestive Disease Week 2026, showcasing our continued commitment to academic excellence, collaboration, and innovation in digestive health. Dr. Chahal served as both a presenter and moderator during the conference, contributing expertise and leadership to important discussions within the field. Joining in attendance were Dr. Matheus Franco, Dr. […]
Faculty Feature: Dr. Cari Sorrell on TikTok Health Trend
April 3, 2026
Cari Sorrell, MD, a gastroenterologist at UT Health San Antonio, noted that there is no strong or conclusive evidence to support claims that the popular “hot water” trend is a cure-all for digestive symptoms or a guaranteed way to achieve a flatter stomach. However, she emphasized that maintaining adequate hydration does play an important role […]