News
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
Dr. Matheus Franco presents at Medicine Grand Rounds
February 12, 2025
Dr. Matheus Franco presenting at Medicine Grand Rounds. Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Title: Endoluminal Surgery Medicine Grand Rounds Presentations
UT Medicine Gastroenterology Welcomes New Advanced Endoscopy Faculty
February 10, 2025
The Division of Gastroenterology has recently added 3 new Advanced Endoscopy Faculty members; Dr. Franco, Dr. Ukabam and NP Sharp. Please see below for some additional background information Dr. Matheus Franco Dr. Franco is an advanced endoscopist and the Director of Endoscopy at UT Health San Antonio’s Multispecialty and Research Hospital (MSRH). With extensive expertise […]
1st Annual South TX Updates in General GI
January 21, 2025
Save the Date 1st Annual South Texas Updates in General GI March 29, 2025 Embassy Suites Landmark San Antonio, TX On behalf of the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Division of the University of Texas Health San Antonio, we are excited to announce the 1st Annual South Texas Updates in General GI Symposium! Join us for a […]
Schenker Endowment Visiting Professor – Dr. Waqar Qureshi
January 17, 2025
Dr. Waqar Qureshi is a Professor of Medicine and Gastroenterology at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, TX, and has been practicing Medicine for over 40 years bringing a ton of experience to share with our division. He is the 1st of many invited speakers for our Schenker Endowment Visiting Professor series presenting on […]