Today, we experienced a first rate and oversubscribed @UTMBinnovations VentureX Summit. We had representation from industry, academia, politics, public and private capital markets. It was a celebration of opportunities and partnerships. Congratulations to @gupta__vineet for leading the charge. @NIPOKA_Podocyte @utmbhealth @Vishal_D_Patel

I am proud to announce that @UTMBHealth has been recognized on the inaugural @Newsweek and @StatistaCharts list of America’s Best Weight Loss Clinics & Centers 2025. This prestigious honor places us among the top 200 programs in the nation, highlighting our commitment to excellence in metabolic and bariatric care. Our multidisciplinary team, led by Dr. Sarah Samreen, continues to deliver innovative, patient-centered solutions, transforming lives and enhancing overall health. At UTMB, we strive to provide world-class care to our patients, and this honor is a testament to the trust and confidence that both the medical community and our patients have in our weight loss services. utmb.us/cwl

Next on the agenda for the @UTSystem Chancellor's Counselor Executive Committee Meeting are breakout sessions. Attendees will select one of four sessions, which will cover topics including healthcare from the high seas to space, the revolution of medicine through AI, combating infectious diseases worldwide, and strategies for promoting healthy aging.  #ccec25

It is my pleasure to give an overview of @utmbhealth to the @utsystem Chancellor’s Council Executive Committee to share our initiatives in education, research, clinical care and innovation happening at our incredible university. #ccec25

Wonderful panel speaking on shared priorities between generations, self care is important! #WIS2025 @womeninsurgery @WomenSurgeons @JFreischlag @TsengJennifer @SamreenSarah @AliaQureshiMD and so many more

“Healthy Aging Starts Here” focuses on how @UTMBHealth researchers and medical experts are dedicated to promoting healthier aging. The session covers efforts to prevent and better manage conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, which significantly improve mobility, memory, and overall vitality. Plus, a live artist from @ImageThink, is providing real-time visuals for monitor slides!   Panelists include @UTMBHealth’s Dr. Salim Hayek, Dr. Tom Blackwell, Dr. Alan Landay, Dr. Jani Jneid, and Dr. Sarah Samreen. @UTSystem #ccec25

“Aging healthier over time doesn't have to start in your 30s, 40s, 50s or 60s. It can start in 70s or even 80s. Especially for women … women have a harder time building muscle mass so they really have to focus on strength training for healthier aging. I’m not saying heavy weights but lifting three to five pound weights every day will make a difference.” - Dr. Sarah Samreen

Our very own @LaxmiDongur_MD has received the @AmCollSurgeons Operation Giving Back Scholarship, where she will learn more about #globalsurgery following her recent educational trip to Kenya with @bnaikma. Congratulations, Dr. Dongur! utmb.edu/surgery/news-events…

The #bariatricsurgery #patienteducation guides have arrived! We can't wait to get these in front of patients to help provide a patient-centered experience at @utmbhealth

Congratulations @marinakurian upcoming president @ASMBS … my very best wishes 💪😘

One of the highlights of #HarvardMINT2023 is the hernia track bringing the best of the best together- especially from @awrsurgeons !! 🙏👍

Fantastic time as Visiting Professor at @UTMBSurgery with the Southern Surgical Association LDP! Indebted to the vision and mentorship of Dr. Doug Tyler, @KlimbergV and Dr. Alex Perez. Looking forward to continued partnership @bnaikma @SamreenSarah @jennifermov #healthleaders

Recognizing that the care we provide is affected by cultural differences between us and our patients… is the first step to overcoming it. We have implicit bias. So do our patients. We need to do the work. @TuesdayCookMD @ASMBS #ASMBS2023

My friends Dr. Edwards and Dr. Szoka spitting facts. If ya don't know, now you know. How will you use this knowledge for good!? @ASMBS

Great Diversity and Inclusion session ⁦@ASMBS⁩ moderated by ⁦@SamreenSarah⁩ ⁦@TuesdayCookMD⁩ ⁦@MikeEdwardsMD⁩ and talks ⁦@NovaSzokaMD⁩ ⁦@reneehilton30⁩ ⁦@farahhusainMD⁩ and Dr. Bowen-Jallow. #ASMBS2023

Full house- Happening now!! Diversity considerations in obesity care- Mandalay room J. Truly special session thus far with the incomparable @NovaSzokaMD @MikeEdwardsMD @TuesdayCookMD @SamreenSarah Julie-Ann Lloyd

Thank you so much for this honor! It means a lot to be recognized by the university that made it all possible! @pennsurgery @PennMDForum

First @SAGES_Updates meeting ✅ Lucky to be able to attend with great @UTMBSurgery mentors @SamreenSarah @jennifermov and fellow research resident @JanaD_MD (who gave an awesome talk!). Looking forward to the next one!

Check out our fellow @DianaMaoMD presenting at #ACSsim23!