Dr. Jochen Reiser, president of the University of Texas Medical Branch and CEO of the UTMB Health System, has been awarded the Marilyn G. Farquhar Lifetime Research Achievement Award at the 15th International Podocyte Conference, held June 10 to 13, 2025, in Hamburg, Germany. Presented by the International Society of Glomerular Disease during the International Podocyte Conference, the Farquhar Award honors individuals whose research has been foundational to understanding glomerular biology or the pathobiology of glomerular disease. Named for a...

In recognition of their significant achievements to advance cancer care and research, Lauren Byers, M.D., and Paul Scheet, Ph.D., from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). This distinction stands as one of the highest accolades within the scientific research community. AAAS’s tradition of recognizing leading scientists, who are elected by their peers, dates back to 1874. This class of 471 fellows includes scientists, engineers and innovators...

Memorial Hermann Health System proudly announces that Lori Knowles, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of ‘Hospital and Health System CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know’ for the second consecutive year. This recognition acknowledges leading human resources executives for their pivotal role in developing and executing human capital strategies essential to the success of their hospitals and health systems. A key advocate for employee-centric...

Memorial Hermann Health System proudly announces that Amalia Maislos Stanton, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategic Communications and Marketing Officer, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2024 list of ‘Hospital and Health System Chief Marketing Officers to Know.’ According to Becker’s, this recognition honors strategic leaders who influence how their organizations are perceived and experienced through brand building, data-driven campaigns and strong customer relationship strategies. In her role, Stanton is responsible for elevating brand...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital announces the appointment of Sarah Fleming, MBA, BSN, RN, NE-BC, as the new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), effective April 21, 2025. With extensive leadership experience within the Houston Methodist hospital system, Fleming brings a deep understanding of hospital operations, a commitment to nursing excellence and a passion for patient care. “We are excited to welcome Sarah to Houston Methodist Sugar Land,” Michael Garcia, senior vice president and CEO of Houston...

Harris Health has named Glorimar Medina, MD, as CEO of the newly created position for Hospital Campuses, which assumes leadership and oversight of both Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.   “During her Harris Heath career, Glorimar has excelled in progressive leadership roles that include medical director, Ambulatory Surgical Center at LBJ Hospital; executive vice president and administrator, Ambulatory Care Services; and most recently, executive vice president and administrator,...

HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division has announced the appointment of Gary Searls as division chief financial officer of HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division.   Searls has been in hospital accounting and finance with HCA Healthcare’s West Florida Division since 1994. Since 2000, he served as chief financial officer at South Bay Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota and Northside Hospital in St. Petersburg.   In March 2017, Searls was named to his current role as chief...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital announces the appointment of Jeffrey Wood, M.D., board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Chief Quality Officer (CQO), effective immediately. Wood has served as the interim CMO/CQO since May and has been a valued member of Houston Methodist Sugar Land since 2000.   With over two decades of experience at Houston Methodist Sugar Land, Wood has established a reputation for clinical excellence and compassionate patient...

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced the selection of Jennifer Bickel, M.D., as the institution’s inaugural vice president and chief wellness officer (CWO). She will begin on January 6, 2025. Working closely with the senior vice president of people, culture and infrastructure, as well as the chief academic officer, she will spearhead initiatives that prioritize employee well-being, professional fulfillment and community resilience.   In her new role, Bickel will implement a three-component model...

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Haris Vakil, primary care sports medicine physician, to its team this month. He joins the leading specialists at Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Clear Lake, bringing specialized care tailored to meet the diverse needs of patients in Clear Lake area and surrounding communities.   Vakil’s personal experience as a former student athlete fuels his dedication to managing orthopedic conditions and...