MedBlog

Is it a sinus infection, allergies, or both?

Chronic sinus infections? Allergies may be to blame. See how they’re treated and how to reduce future infections

Matthew W. Ryan, M.D.

November 5, 2026

Erectile dysfunction surgery: Safe, discreet options to bring back spontaneity

Learn when penile implant surgery may be an option for erectile dysfunction, including candidacy, recovery, and expected results.

Niki Parikh, M.D.

November 3, 2026

How a new brain procedure gave Parkinson’s tremor patient back the hobby he loves

Parkinson’s hand tremors stole Keith “Bud” Leavell’s steady hand. An incisionless brain procedure – MRgHIFU – gave it back almost instantly. See his story.

October 29, 2026

GLP-1 medications and thyroid disease: What patients should know

Can you take a GLP-1 with a thyroid condition? Learn who should avoid them and how to safely take them with thyroid medications.

Jeffrey Zigman, M.D., Ph.D.

October 28, 2026

Reproductive health and cystic fibrosis: New guidance offers options and hope

Real hope for pregnancy exists among patients with cystic fibrosis. Explore the first guidance for reproductive health and family planning.

Raksha Jain, M.D.

October 23, 2026

Deep vein thrombosis: What athletes should know about blood clot risks

Blood clots can happen to anyone. The blood clot diagnosis for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts proves it. Learn the warning signs and treatment options.

Rafael Cires-Drouet, M.D.

October 22, 2026

Multiple sclerosis spotlight: Early diagnosis and better treatments, now and in the future

Celebrity diagnoses have thrust multiple sclerosis (MS) into the spotlight. Learn how this neurological disease starts, spreads – and can be stopped with new treatments.

Lauren Tardo, M.D.

October 21, 2026

A ‘game changer’ for severe depression that cuts treatment time in half

Learn how the accelerated TMS protocol can treat depression in just three weeks, with shorter sessions and less disruption to your life.

Andre Brunoni, M.D., Ph.D.

October 20, 2026

What genetic testing after a miscarriage can tell you

Genetic testing after a miscarriage may help provide answers. Learn what testing can reveal, its limitations, and what options may come next.

Madeline Corcoran, M.S. / Heather Fisher, M.S.

October 15, 2026

'What's the best that can happen?' A sensational treatment for breast cancer

Lindsey Johnson shares how robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy at UT Southwestern helped preserve sensation and hope after breast cancer.

October 14, 2026

Taking a GLP-1? Learn how it may affect your other medications

Taking a GLP-1 medication can change how well some of your other prescription medications work. See how team-based care can help you achieve lasting, healthy weight wellness.

Melissa Shoemaker, M.D.

October 7, 2026

Are you ruining your knees? The truth about sports injuries and arthritis

Certain sports-related knee injuries can increase your risk of developing knee osteoarthritis. Explore treatment options and prevention strategies.

Kelechi Okoroha, M.D.

October 5, 2026

Inflammation and the heart: A new approach to cardiovascular disease prevention

Brittany Weber, M.D., discusses the link between inflammation and heart disease and how UT Southwestern Medical Center’s new program helps identify cardiovascular risks sooner.

Brittany Weber, M.D., Ph.D.

October 1, 2026

Enlicitide: What to know about the new cholesterol-lowering pill

Could enlicitide help lower your LDL cholesterol? Learn who may benefit from the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor and why statins remain the first-line treatment.

Ann Marie Navar, M.D., Ph.D.

September 28, 2026

Skin cancer screening: What to look for and when to see a dermatologist

Learn the signs of skin cancer, how to examine your own skin, and what to expect during a dermatologist’s skin cancer screening.

Samantha Kroger, M.D.

September 23, 2026