Author: Krystel Johnson
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Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are some of the most common and serious birth abnormalities worldwide. They often demand complex surgeries that require highly specialized training. However, in many low-resource areas, access to hands-on surgical education is limited, making it difficult for local surgeons to acquire the skills needed to perform life-saving procedures. To help close this […]
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Tristen Slamowitz, Alayne Morrel, and Maggie Jordan, students at Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed), have launched the Healthy Harvest Community Fridge, a student-led initiative aimed at addressing food insecurity in the Houston area. The project was inspired by the team’s volunteer work at the Maroon Health Clinic, where they observed firsthand how […]
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Dr. Ashutosh Agrawal, has joined the Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) as its first full professor, a pivotal moment as the program expands its research enterprise and deepens its commitment to innovation in medicine. Agrawal, whose background spans civil engineering, neuroscience and materials science, leads Life at the Interface, a lab that explores […]
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Graduating from Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) with both an M.D. and a master’s in engineering, Dr. Tarek Dawamne leaves behind a record of achievement and advocacy for first-generation doctors. As the first in his family to pursue higher education in the United States, he understands the challenges of navigating unfamiliar systems […]
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For three Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) students, the drive to make a difference extends far beyond the classroom. Aamuktha Porika (Class of 2027), Sydney Zhou (Class of 2026), and Emily Minner (Class of 2026) are fellows of the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship who channeled their passion into Project S.E.E.D. — Support, Empower, and […]
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Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) welcomes Dr. Paul Gerardo Yeh as an instructional assistant professor. With a broad teaching background, from Rice University and among other medical and public health programs across Texas, Yeh brings expertise deep in medicine, education, and research. His teaching background includes undergraduate courses at Rice, public health instruction […]
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Dr. Kamlesh Yadav, instructional associate professor at the Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine, was recently honored with a visiting faculty appointment through the Shri Gopal Rajgarhia International Programme at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. He was invited by Dr. Subhamoy Mondal from IIT’s School of Medical Science and Technology, a department that […]
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The Albert Schweitzer Fellowship Houston-Galveston has announced its 2025-26 class, and four students from Texas A&M’s School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) are among the newest cohort of emerging health leaders. Anika Kamisetty, Jacquelin Stanberry, Boyang “John” Zhang and Avinav Saini will join the yearlong fellow, which empowers graduate students across health-related fields to design and […]
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Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) proudly honors the Class of 2025 at the M4 Awards Ceremony, celebrating the achievements of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. Hosted by M4 student leaders Hannah Bass and Shourya Kumar, this awards ceremony showcased exceptional contributions to engineering and medicine, all from the heart of the Texas Medical […]
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Every year, thousands of lives are affected by adverse drug events (ADEs) despite being one of the most preventable threats to patient safety. Dr. Sara Rogers, Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) and a key advocate for National Adverse Drug Event Awareness Day, is working to change that. She is […]
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EnMed in the News, NewsEnMed Student Develops Innovative Approach to Treating Esophageal Tears
Sujay Shankar, a student at Texas A&M’s School of Engineering Medicine (EnMed) in collaboration with Houston Methodist, is making significant strides in thoracic medicine. As part of EnMed’s unique program, blending engineering and medical training, he is learning to tackle complex healthcare challenges and develop innovative solutions. Shankar was recently interviewed by Fox 26 Houston’s […]
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Souradeep Gogol Bhattacharya’s journey is anything but ordinary. Fueled by curiosity and a love for learning, he has carved a bold path at the intersection of bioengineering, electrical engineering, and AI-driven healthcare innovation. It all began with an interest in prosthetics, which led him to study bioengineering. But as he explored further, he realized that […]