UTHSC News


James Eason, MD, Confirms Liver Transplant for Steve Jobs

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James D. Eason, MD, with the patient’s permission, that Steve Jobs received a liver transplant at the MUH Transplant Institute, which operates in partnership with UT Health Science Center.


UTHSC Department of Physiology Ranks Fourth Nationwide

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The Physiology Department at UTHSC is ranked fourth in the nation for 2009 by the Association of Chairs of Departments of Physiology, an affiliate of the American Physiological Society.


Donna Hathaway Appointed to Ruth Neil Murry Endowed Chair in Nursing

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Hershel P. Wall, MD, chancellor of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), has named Donna Hathaway, PhD, FAAN, dean and professor in the College of Nursing, to the Ruth Neil Murry Endowed Chair in Nursing.


Audiology and Speech Path Department Designated Center of Excellence

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The Audiology and Speech Pathology Department at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) has been designated as the State Lead Center of Excellence for Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury (PABI).


Three Faculty Members Receive Awards from the UT Alumni Association

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Three faculty members from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) recently received special recognition from the University of Tennessee Alumni Association (UTAA).


Researchers at UTHSC Begin New Study on Parkinson’s Disease

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Researchers at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) are recruiting participants for a national clinical study of medication that could slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease.


UT a Partner in Volunteer State Solar Initiative

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The University of Tennessee will join Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Tennessee Valley Authority as a partner in Gov. Phil Bredesen’s proposed Volunteer State Solar Initiative announced today.


UTHSC Graduates 614 Health Care Professionals

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On Friday, May 29, the UTHSC will graduate 614 students. Gary Shorb, president and CEO of Methodist Healthcare since October 2001, will offer the commencement address to the graduates and their families.