Texas Tech Health El Paso
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A Family’s Fight
For Dolores Juarez and her son, Che, cancer is not just a diagnosis. It’s a shared experience that has further strengthened their lifelong bond.
Billing Compliance Policy Update
The billing compliance policy BCP EP 1.0 Policy Development and Implementation BCP EP 1.4 Queries Directed to CMS, were revised on January 28, 2026.
Research Administrators
Three members of the department’s research administrators were recently invited to share their practical knowledge at the 2026 National Council of University Research Administrators Financial Research Administration Conference, held March 19-20, in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
HIPAA Privacy Policies Revised
The HPP 3.3-3.4, 4.3-4.4. and 7.3 A& B HIPAA Privacy policies were revised on March 17, 2026.
UTIs, cancer in young peopole, knee osteoarthritis, and vaccine uptake
This week's topics include deprescribing PPIs, kidney function equations, stenting for DVT, and timing of exercise according to chronotrope type.
Borderplex Smiles Restored
Sixty uninsured and underinsured adults age 60 and older received free dental screenings and cleanings at the Texas Tech Dental Oral Health Clinic during the annual WellMed Screen & Clean event, provided by dental students under the supervision of licensed dentists.
Stay Safe Outdoors
A packed lineup of outdoor concerts and festivals is coming in a few weeks, and fans across the Borderplex will be spending hours in the sun, on their feet, and in large crowds.
Polypill, bloodstream infections, Paxlovid, and treating acute sinusitis
This week's topics include a polypill for HTN following stroke, clinical impact of rapid tests for gram negative bloodstream infections, is there any remaining role for Paxlovid, and treating acute sinusitis.
National Diagnostic Leader
When local doctors need answers about a suspected blood cancer or bone marrow disorder, they can turn to expert help close to home: Attilio Orazi, M.D., FRCPath (Engl.), chair of pathology at Texas Tech Health El Paso, has received the Society for Hematopathology’s 2026 Berard-Dorfman Founders Award in Senior Leadership.
PPIs, kidney function equations, DVT, and timing of exercise
This week's topics include deprescribing PPIs, kidney function equations, stenting for DVT, and timing of exercise according to chronotrope type.
Distinguished Teaching Recognized
Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty member Rebecca L. Campos, M.D., FAAFP, was recognized with the Texas Tech University System Chancellor’s Council Distinguished Teaching Award, one of the highest honors bestowed on faculty across the TTU System.
Levothyroxine, drug coupons, low cholesterol and heart disease, and hypertension
This week's topics include deprescribing levothyroxine, drug manufacturer coupon use, how low should cholesterol be targeted in those with heart disease, and hypertension in low-income patients.
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