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For families with a child facing a complex neurological condition, having the right expertise close to home can make all the difference.

Through the pediatric neurosciences program at Dell Children's Medical Center, our physicians work on multidisciplinary teams to provide specialized care for kids like Charli.

We’re proud to help expand access to nationally recognized care for Central Texas kids 🤘

Exceptional expertise. Better care for Central Texas kids. 🤘

We’re proud to celebrate our partners at Dell Children's Medical Center and the Dell Medical School - UT Austin physicians who work there for this national recognition. Most of all, we’re proud of what it represents: more access to highly specialized pediatric care for children and families, right here in Central Texas.

Getting back on the golf course after an injury takes more than being pain-free.

Unlike traditional physical therapy, the Return to Golf Program at our Musculoskeletal Institute evaluates the full-body movements golfers use during on-course play — from shifting their weight through a downswing to navigating uneven course terrain. This golf-specific approach helps patients safely return to the game they love, one swing at a time.

Back on the course | UT Medicine For many golfers, getting back on the course is about more than healing an injury. It's about returning to a favorite pastime, reconnecting with friends and regaining the confidence to swing without hesitation.  The Return to Golf Program at the Musculoskeletal Institute helps ...

For years, walking was one of Hans Boas' favorite parts of the day, but as chronic hip pain worsened, those walks became shorter and more difficult.

Boas wasn't eager to undergo surgery, but after discussing his options with Karl Koenig, M.D., board-certified orthopedic surgeon and the executive director of the Musculoskeletal Institute, he decided on a hip replacement.

His recovery exceeded even his own expectations. Just two days after surgery, Boas was walking around his home with a walker. Within two weeks, he was taking 20-minute walks in the park. Six weeks later, he was walking for more than two hours without pain.

Read Boas' full story: https://bit.ly/4qS7x5e

We’re pleased to welcome Gurjeet Shokar, M.D., to our Primary Care Clinic!

Dr. Shokar is a board-certified family medicine specialist. As a member of the primary care team, he helps patients manage chronic disease, provides preventive care and supports whole-person wellness. He is a nationally recognized medical educator and the recipient of teaching and curriculum development awards at the local, regional and national level.

Learn more about Dr. Shokar: https://bit.ly/4qrLjXl

Texas heat can be dangerous. And some medications may make it even harder for your body to stay cool.

According to primary care doctor Felipe Flores, M.D., some common medications, including those prescribed for high blood pressure, ADHD and other chronic conditions, can increase your risk of dehydration and heat-related illness.

"Many people don't realize their medications can affect how their body responds to extreme heat," says Dr. Flores.

If you're spending time outdoors this summer, be sure to drink plenty of water, limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours of the day and seek shade whenever possible. If you take prescription medications and have questions about staying safe in the heat, talk with your healthcare provider.

Central Texas heat risk: Doctors warn medications can worsen dehydration Central Texas is in its hottest stretch of the year, and doctors are warning that common medications may heighten dehydration risks.

We’re pleased to welcome Shikha Singla, M.D., to our Rheumatology Clinic!

Dr. Singla is a board-certified rheumatologist who specializes in psoriatic disease. She also oversees all rheumatology clinical trials at Dell Medical School - UT Austin and directs our Psoriatic Arthritis Program. Dr. Singla’s dedication to both clinical care and research helps more Central Texans access the care they need.

Learn more about Singla: https://bit.ly/4fO10mO

Waking up several times a night to use the bathroom may seem like a normal part of aging, but it can be a sign of an enlarged prostate.

Other signs include a weak urine stream or feeling like the bladder has not fully emptied — symptoms that can develop slowly.

Urologist David Dalton, M.D., explains that an enlarged prostate typically does not improve on its own, and ongoing blockage can affect how effectively the bladder works. Seeking care sooner helps prevent complications and allows for more treatment options.

Recognizing the signs in yourself or someone you love can be the first step toward better sleep and a better quality of life. Learn more:

Recognizing BPH earlier Benign prostatic hyperplasia, commonly known as BPH, affects millions of men as they age. Dr. David Dalton explains why early detection and treatment matter.

Patrick Birdsong knew his path to growing his family had changed.

After having a vasectomy years earlier, he began looking into whether reversal was possible. That search led him to Sarah Vij, M.D., a urologist at UT Health Austin who specializes in a precise procedure that reconnects tubes smaller than a strand of spaghetti using sutures thinner than a human hair.

Vasectomy reversal requires advanced microsurgical skill, steady hands and careful planning, especially when past procedures or scar tissue make the surgery more complex. For Birdsong, Dr. Vij’s expertise and honest guidance helped him feel confident moving forward.

The result was exactly what he hoped for: another chance to grow his family.

Read more:

Vasectomy reversal For those hoping to have children after a vasectomy, vasectomy reversal can restore fertility and the possibility of natural conception.

The sooner patients get answers, the sooner they can get the care they need.

Urologist Sarah Vij, M.D., is working with engineering faculty and student researchers at Cockrell School of Engineering - UT Austin to explore a better way to perform cystoscopy, a procedure that allows doctors to examine the bladder and urethra to help identify the cause of symptoms such as blood in the urine.

The team is developing technology that could one day make the procedure easier for clinicians to perform and help patients get more timely answers. For people facing a possible bladder condition, that could mean less waiting, less uncertainty and a clearer path to the care they need.

Read more about how collaboration across medicine and engineering is helping shape the future of urological care:

Engineering better urological care Clinicians, engineers and students are developing robotic and AI-enabled tools to make diagnostic cystoscopy more accessible, efficient and patient-centered.