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November 27, 2013 • Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Most American medical schools provide only a few hours of training on addiction issues even though 10 percent of the population is diagnosed with substance abuse disorder, said Joseph Skrajewski, Director of Medical Education at the Betty Ford Institute. But in a partnership with the Betty Ford Institute, UNT Health Science Center seeks to improve…
November 27, 2013 • Physical Therapy
Joe Udofia, first-year physical therapy student A novel approach to improving diversity in the field of physical therapy is proving successful at the UNT Health Science Center. Allied Health Pathways, a collaboration between the Health Science Center, the University of North Texas and local community colleges, has already placed almost 50 African American and…
November 26, 2013 • Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Allan Saxe When Allan Saxe decided to make a $125,000 gift to the UNT Health Science Center, it didn't take him long to figure out which program he wanted his donation to support. Seniors Assisting in Geriatric Education, or SAGE, connects medical students with older citizens in Tarrant County to improve their overall health and…
November 22, 2013 • Physical Therapy
Nicoleta Bugnariu, PT, PhD Older people are more likely to fall because of balance and gait issues. But rain- and ice-slick surfaces can throw anyone, of any age. Nicoleta Bugnariu, PT, PhD, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy at UNT Health Science Center, offers this advice to stay upright: Remember that an invisible sheet of…
November 21, 2013 • Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Albert Yurvati, DO (TCOM '86), is the 2013 recipient of the Orel F. Martin Medal, the highest honor awarded annually by the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS). Yurvati, Chair and Professor of Surgery at UNT Health Science Center, was honored for his considerable contributions to ACOS, the field of surgery and the osteopathic profession,…
November 21, 2013 • College of Pharmacy
Patrick Clay, PharmD A UNT Health Science Center professor will lead a national team of researchers trying to improve outcomes for HIV patients by studying communication patterns between their primary care physicians and pharmacists. Lead investigator Patrick Clay, PharmD and Professor of Pharmacotherapy, will analyze communication patterns against patient outcomes in hopes of identifying…
November 20, 2013 • Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
For more than seven decades, J.W. Stoker, 86, was a cowboy's cowboy, a rodeo legend who began trick roping and riding at 12 and is a member of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Hall of Fame and the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. But when his advancing years threatened to rob him of the…
November 20, 2013 • School of Public Health
Marcy Paul, MA, Instructor of Behavioral and Community Health in UNT Health Science Center's School of Public Health, has been named co-investigator of an effort to provide healthier opportunities for residents in southeast Fort Worth. The Sam's Club Giving Program awarded $64,000 to YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth to fund the Healthier Community Initiative. The…
November 15, 2013 • Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
UNT Health Science Center's Medical Student Government Association (MSGA) is hosting a series of events Nov. 18-21 in recognition of Addiction Awareness Week. Kicking off the week will be a presentation by Joseph Skrajewski, Director of Medical Education at the world-renowned Betty Ford Institute. His presentation will provide an understanding of the complex nature of…
November 15, 2013 • School of Biomedical Sciences
Sid O'Bryant, PhD Advancing age, rather than established risk factors such as diabetes and hypertension, appears to be the only consistent predictor for mild cognitive impairment among Mexican American elders, according to UNT Health Science Center researchers. The report suggests that previously established risk factors among non-Hispanics may not be applicable for Mexican Americans,…
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