UT Health Austin

02/10/2026

UT Health Austin’s Ambulatory Surgery Center has been ranked by Newsweek as one of the Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers in America for 2026!

From general surgery to specialty care, our team is dedicated to providing an unmatched level of care right here in the heart of downtown Austin.

What is an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)?
An ASC is a modern health care facility that allows patients to have surgeries performed safely outside of a traditional hospital setting. This means you can return to the comfort of your own home the same day as your procedure.

Learn more about our ASC: https://bit.ly/4qhuhcD

02/05/2026

“Many of our patients have tried everything else. That’s when you really have to start thinking differently.”

For Chelsey Ortman, M.D., every case of pediatric epilepsy is an opportunity to rethink what’s possible, as well as a reminder of how much is still unknown.

That mindset guides both her patient care and her research. A board-certified pediatric neurologist at UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children's Medical Center and faculty member at Dell Medical School - UT Austin, Dr. Ortman is part of a collaborative team working to expand options for children with treatment-resistant epilepsy, especially those who may not qualify for surgery.

Dr. Ortman is helping shape a new generation of epilepsy care, one rooted in innovation. And while her work is deeply technical, its goal is profoundly human —to give every child the best chance at a healthier future.

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01/30/2026

We’re excited to welcome three physicians who matched into Dell Medical School - UT Austin's ophthalmology residency program and will practice within UT Health Austin!

• Akash Maheshwari, M.D., from Texas Tech University
• Axel Rivas, M.D., from the UNLV
• Jonathan Thomas, M.D., from Texas A&M University

Academic medicine plays a vital role in attracting rising physicians to Austin and expanding access to high-quality, specialty care for our community. We’re proud to support these trainees as they learn, teach and care for patients across Central Texas.

01/28/2026

Meet Joaquin Q. Camara, M.D., one of our newest neurosurgeons!

Dr. Camara will be seeing patients in the Spine and Nerve Center, and his clinical interests include improving outcomes for patients undergoing minimally invasive spine surgery.

He is a board-certified physician specializing in robotic spine surgery, augmented reality spine surgery and other complex spinal surgeries.

Learn more about Dr. Camara: https://bit.ly/45pXWch

01/20/2026

Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are making headlines. But are they right for you?

These treatments can support real results, but they’re not quick fixes. UT Health Austin primary care physician Felipe De Jesus Flores, M.D., explains how they work, who qualifies and why medical guidance is key to safe, sustainable weight loss.

Curious about weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro? Felipe De Jesus Flores, M.D., a UT Health Austin primary care physician, explains…

01/07/2026

We’re proud to share that 50 UT Health Austin physicians have been recognized in the January 2026 issue of Austin Monthly as Top Doctors — an accolade determined through peer nominations and a vetting process led by Castle Connolly.

This recognition reflects the excellence, expertise and patient-centered care our clinicians bring to Central Texas and beyond.

Nominees are chosen by licensed physicians and evaluated by a physician-led research team based on education, training, hospital appointments and more.

Meet our 2026 honorees and learn more: https://bit.ly/4jwWKd0

12/29/2025

Best of 2025: Serving the smallest Texans 🤘

The Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, a clinical partnership between UT Health Austin and Dell Children's Medical Center, achieved a landmark success earlier this year with the implantation of a Berlin Heart device in the world’s youngest patient.

This complex, life-saving procedure serves as a powerful illustration of the benefits of academic medicine within our community. The integration of advanced research, specialized training and innovative technology will be a hallmark of The University of Texas at Austin’s emerging medical center, ensuring the delivery of truly world-class care to Central Texas.

Baby William’s story underscores our commitment to establishing the region as a leader in excellence and innovation. https://bit.ly/4j3YOJ9

12/26/2025

Best of 2025: “Our mom has always been so active. She seemed too young to be dealing with this.”

When Kelli found out her mom, Julie, needed a kidney transplant, she immediately offered hers. After finding out she wasn't a match, Kelli became a living donor for a stranger through UT Health Austin and Ascension Seton's Abdominal Transplant Center, kickstarting a kidney donation chain that saved multiple lives, including her mom’s. https://bit.ly/3KZEZGe

12/25/2025

Best of 2025: “I figured, worst case, I’d just be a little dilated when I got there. But as soon as I sat in the waiting room, I suddenly felt the urge to push.”

What started as Katharina's 40-week prenatal appointment quickly turned into Baby Elliott's birthday, with a multidisciplinary team of UT Health Austin's Women's Health and Ambulatory Surgery Center clinicians coming together to guide her through a seamless delivery.

After Baby Elliott’s safe arrival, UT Health Austin OB-GYN Dr. Justine Reilly accompanied Katharina and her husband in the ambulance to Ascension Seton Medical Center, remaining by her side to complete her post-birth care.

To commemorate the unforgettable day, the care team later gifted the family a baby onesie signed by everyone involved in the delivery. https://bit.ly/4aT2Dyz

12/24/2025

Best of 2025: This year's U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals rankings put Dell Children's Medical Center at No. 10 for pediatric cardiology.

It’s home to the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, a clinical partnership between Dell Medical School - UT Austin and Dell Children’s. The program, established in 2018, was unranked before 2023.

The program’s rise reflects the value of investing in academic medicine and UT Health Austin and Dell Medical School’s commitment to providing excellent, world-class medical care for the most vulnerable patients. https://bit.ly/4j95eH2

12/23/2025

Best of 2025: Central Texas became home to a top 25 pediatric neurology and neurosurgery program 🤘

UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children's Medical Center is among the best in the nation for pediatric neurology and neurosurgery, according to the 2025-26 U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals rankings.

The program’s comprehensive approach brings together specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, neuropsychology, neuro-ophthalmology and pediatric rehabilitation under one coordinated care model — the only one of its kind in Central Texas. Every care plan is built around the patient and their family, with an emphasis on collaboration, continuity of care and clinical excellence.

Learn more about UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences at Dell Children's: https://bit.ly/4s2rHcB

12/22/2025

Best of 2025: Making heart history in Central Texas 🤘

The Institute for Cardiovascular Health, a clinical partnership between Ascension Seton and UT Health Austin, made medical history this year as the second clinical practice in the world to perform major aortic surgery using a revolutionary new aortic stent graft flushing technique.

What made this surgery especially pioneering was the use of carbon dioxide flushing, a departure from the traditional heparinized saline. This novel technique minimizes the introduction of excess oxygen and air bubbles, which significantly reduces the risk of microembolic events — addressing one of the most critical risks in complex aortic surgery. The adoption of such advancements underscores the Institute's commitment to setting new global standards for cardiovascular treatment and safety in Central Texas.

This level of world-class innovation is made possible because of academic medicine, embedding research and education directly within clinical practice. The result? Accelerating the translation of scientific discovery into improved patient care. https://bit.ly/4bqwrRB