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...

Continuing to provide comprehensive health care to the local community, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital this month welcomed medical oncologist Amir Salam, M.D. He joins the team of leading oncologists and specialists at Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Clear Lake. The addition of Salam gives cancer patients in Clear Lake and surrounding communities greater access to leading cancer care tailored to their individual needs without traveling far from home.   Salam is a board-certified and fellowship-trained medical oncologist,...

Memorial Hermann Health System has announced Michael (Mike) Roussos will be joining the organization as Senior Vice President, President of Academic Hospitals and CEO, Memorial Hermann–Texas Medical Center.   Recognized for his ability to drive exceptional operational, quality and financial results in academic medical centers, Mike brings more than two decades of experience as a health care executive and administrator.   “We are excited to welcome Mike to Memorial Hermann in this new leadership role,”...

Memorial Hermann Health System has announced Jason Glover is appointed CEO of Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center Adult Services.   Glover brings more than a decade of health care and management experience. After joining Memorial Hermann in 2013 as an administrative fellow, Glover advanced to leadership roles at Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center where he served as Vice President, Operations until his January 2024...

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome spine surgeon Alexander Molinari, DO.   He specializes in complex degenerative and reconstructive spine surgery including spinal deformities, revision spinal surgeries, and scoliosis. He utilizes the latest in minimally invasive techniques, navigation-assisted surgery, and disc replacements.   Molinari earned his medical degree from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University and completed his orthopedic residency at Beaumont Health, Farmington...

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the world. According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer accounts for more deaths than breast, prostate and colorectal cancers combined. However, with early detection and intervention, outcomes can significantly improve. Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is proud to announce the appointment of Priya Oolut, M.D., board-certified pulmonologist with Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists at Sugar Land, as the new Medical Director for...

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is pleased to welcome cardiologist Wafi A. Momin, D.O., to Houston Methodist Cardiology Associates at Sugar Land. Dr. Momin has recently begun seeing patients.   Momin treats a wide range of conditions, including carotid artery disease, chest pain, cholesterol disorders, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, echocardiography, hypertension, nuclear cardiology, palpitations/arrhythmias, peripheral vascular disease, prevention cardiology, stress testing, structural heart disease and valvular heart disease. He is...

The Institute for Data Science in Oncology (IDSO) at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center announced the appointment of its inaugural cohort of IDSO Affiliates. These 33 talented scientists, clinicians and staff bring diverse expertise to help IDSO leadership and focus area co-leads advance collaborative data science projects and align the institute’s efforts with MD Anderson’s mission to end cancer.   “We are proud to welcome these exceptional individuals to the growing IDSO community, and we look forward to the...

Houston Methodist’s Michael Garcia, a senior vice president, is the new chief executive officer of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. Garcia, JD, RN, NE-BC, has more than a decade of experience within Houston Methodist, having started his career as vice president of operations at Houston Methodist Hospital in 2013. He was promoted to chief operating officer in 2015 and served in that role throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “I am honored to join Houston Methodist Sugar...