News
Jim Brookshier Publishes Article in The O&P EDGE
March 14, 2025
Jim Brookshier, MPO, CPO/LO, FAAOP, recently published an article in The O&P EDGE, a monthly print and digital magazine for prosthetics, orthotics, pedorthics, and allied healthcare professions worldwide. He discusses the widespread benefits of cranial remolding education for provider referral sources. You can read the article by visiting the link below. https://opedge.com/cranial-care-mastery-teaching-providers-to-detect-and-refer-with-confidence/
Dr. Gernsback Interviewed for Pediatrics Now Podcast
March 13, 2025
Joanna Gernsback, MD, was recently interviewed for an episode of the UT Health San Antonio podcast Pediatrics Now. Dr. Gernsback discussed pediatric safety and accident prevention. You can listen to the full episode by clicking on the link below. https://uthscsa.edu/medicine/education/cme/pediatrics-now-podcast/i-wanted-to-be-a-neurosurgeon-so-i-did-it
Dr. Mascitelli Wins Presidential Excellence Award
February 21, 2025
The Department of Neurosurgery is excited to share the news that Justin Mascitelli, MD, FAANS, was recently honored with a Presidential Excellence Award in the category of Teaching Excellence – Emerging. These awards recognize the exemplary performance of individuals who have a demonstrated their commitment to the mission and core values of UT Health San […]
Department Nominated for Superior Lab Safety Award
February 13, 2025
The Department of Neurosurgery is proud to announce that our lab, headed by principal investigator Darren J. Poidevin, CLPO, was recently nominated for the Superior Lab Safety Award. This honor is given to health care and research labs in recognition of their commitment to maintain rigorous safety standards. Those efforts improve the quality of our […]
Dr. Mascitelli Captains Tournament-Winning Hockey Team
January 30, 2025
Justin Mascitelli, MD, FAANS, recently captained the team that won the second annual Van Wagenen Hockey Tournament in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The net proceeds for the tournament support the continuation of the William P. Van Wagenen Fellowship. Congratulations to Dr. Mascitelli and his teammates on their victory and support for this fine fellowship program!
Happy Holidays from the Department of Neurosurgery!
December 20, 2024
We wish you every happiness this holiday season and throughout the year.
Dr. Gragnaniello Authors New Book
December 11, 2024
Cristian Gragnaniello, MD, PhD, recently coauthored a new book: “MCQs in Spine Surgery.” This textbook is a valuable reference that contains a range of orthopedic and neurosurgical knowledge and techniques for the spine, primarily presented in the form of multiple-choice questions. This format makes the book especially useful for board examination preparation. You can learn […]
Dr. Fisher Wins Patient Institute Physician in Training Leadership and Professionalism Award
December 9, 2024
Congratulations to Jonathan Fisher, MD, who recently won a Patient Institute Physician in Training Leadership and Professionalism Award! The Patient Institute’s mission is to educate and empower patients and caregivers to more effectively navigate the healthcare system. We are proud that they recognized Dr. Fisher’s efforts to provide compassionate and effective care to all his […]
New Stroke Registry with Accompanying Publication
November 26, 2024
Justin Mascitelli, MD, coauthored a new publication in Stroke entitled: “Outcomes of Adjunct Emergent Stenting Versus Mechanical Thrombectomy Alone: The RESCUE-ICAS Registry.” Our site recently enrolled in this registry, which was organized to compare functional outcomes among patients who underwent adjunct intracranial stenting to those who only received a mechanical thrombectomy. You can learn more […]
Dr. Mascitelli Interviewed about Stroke in Aftermath of Popovich Announcement
November 18, 2024
Justin Mascitelli, MD, FAANS, was recently interviewed by News 4 San Antonio to provide his expertise on stroke care and recovery following the announcement that Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich recently suffered a mild stroke. You can watch his interview and read the accompanying article by visiting the following link: https://news4sanantonio.com/news/local/hes-doing-well-spurs-gm-provides-update-on-gregg-popovich-after-mild-stroke-local-news-near-me-basketball-nba-san-antonio