Department of Internal Medicine at Dell Medical School

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On April 8th, Dr. Ade Adamson delivered a talk at the National Academy of Medicine Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Forum, where he had the opportunity to discuss the role of AI in cancer screening.

Dr. Tim Mercer and Dr. Audrey Kuang are making a big difference in Austin with Central Health's Bridge Clinic. This clinic, which started in June 2024, provides essential medical care to homeless patients, helping them avoid unnecessary emergency room visits.

Both Dr. Mercer and Dr. Kuang ensure that patients receive comprehensive care, including mental health and substance abuse support. The clinic works with Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services to bring patients directly to the clinic for treatment.

Their dedication is helping bridge the gap between hospital admissions and safe recovery spaces, addressing chronic conditions among the homeless community.

Central Health is creating a bridge in medical care with new clinic for homeless patients Instead of taking people to the emergency room, Bridge Clinic and a mobile Bridge Clinic provide health care in ways homeless patients can access it.

Congratulations to Lyndsey Loughran on receiving The 2025 President's Outstanding Staff Award!

Lyndsey was honored on April 14th, for her invaluable contributions and significant impact on the University. This prestigious award recognizes the dedication and hard work of 31 outstanding staff members this year.

Thank you, Lyndsey, for your exceptional service and commitment to excellence. Your efforts truly make a difference!

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Dr. Sherine Salib attended a reunion for AAIM-CDIM Council Members at the annual Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine 2025 Conference. AAIM, a national body, promotes the advancement and professional development of educational leaders in Internal Medicine. Dr. Salib was elected as an AAIM Council Member in 2023 and is currently serving a 3-year term as Councilor.

Dr. Paul Mueller has been named a Master of the American College of Physicians (MACP) at this year's annual meeting in New Orleans.

This prestigious honor recognizes Fellows who have demonstrated exceptional integrity, leadership, impact in practice, medical research, and other significant contributions to the field of medicine.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Mueller's incredible achievement and his remarkable contributions to the medical community!

Dr. Brooke Wagen is a dedicated and compassionate physician specializing in Internal Medicine at Central Health. As one of the first graduates from Dell Medical School, Dr. Wagen has been making a significant impact in the Austin community through her work in Central Health's Supportive and Palliative Care team. Her journey to medicine is truly inspiring, driven by a deep calling to serve and improve the lives of her patients.

Learn more about Dr. Wagen's incredible story and her commitment to healthcare.

How a Calling Led This Central Health Doctor, Among the First Graduates of Dell Medical School, into Medicine Dr. Brooke Wagen was one of 50 graduates in the first-ever class at Dell Medical School in 2020. She now works inside Central Health’s Supportive and Palliative Care department.

The abdominal transplant center at Dell Seton Medical Center established in November 2021, performed its first transplant in February 2022. Since then, they have completed 76 kidney transplants and 48 living donor nephrectomies. Currently, 154 patients are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant. The program has received significant support, with over 2000 transplant candidates and 400 living donor referrals.

Recently, they celebrated the grand opening of their new transplant center on the first floor of Dell Seton Medical Center. The event featured many key contributors and honored a recipient-donor couple who are husband and wife.

The center aims to continue providing high-quality, academically driven transplant care to Central Texas, ensuring patients receive specialized care locally.

Dell Seton Medical Center expands kidney transplant center through new clinic Dell Seton Medical Center opened a new, expanded clinic for its Adult Abdominal Transplant Center, which aims to provide hundreds more kidney transplants to patients in the coming years.

We're proud to share that Dr. Tim Mercer is making a significant difference in our community through his work at the Bridge Clinic in Austin, TX.

Dr. Mercer, a dedicated physician, is leading efforts to provide essential health care services to individuals experiencing homelessness. His commitment to improving access to quality care is transforming lives and fostering a healthier, more inclusive community.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Mercer's incredible contributions and the positive impact he's making every day. Let's support and uplift those who are working tirelessly to ensure everyone has access to the care they need.

New program helps Austin's homeless residents plug into long-term health care Central Health's bridge program offers an alternative to the emergency room when unhoused people have health needs.

Five years into the pandemic, long Covid remains a medical mystery. Dr. Michael Brode, medical director of UT Health Austin’s Post-COVID-19 Program, is at the forefront of research and treatment for this debilitating condition.

Dr. Brode emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts in understanding and managing long Covid, stating, “We’re building the boat while we’re at sea, trying to figure it out together.” His dedication to patient care and innovative research is making a significant impact on those suffering from long Covid.

Read more about the ongoing challenges and breakthroughs in long Covid research in this insightful article by NBC News.

5 years later, long Covid is still a medical mystery: What scientists have learned Why do some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection?

Last Thursday was National Hospitalist Day! Our Hospital Medicine Team shows appreciation daily, excelling in patient care, collaboration, education, and more. The HM family always steps up and works together. Celebrate yourselves and each other every day!