UT Orthopedics

01/14/2026

We’re so excited to meet all the incredible applicants joining us for interviews. You’ve worked hard to get here, and we can’t wait to show you what makes our program feel like home.

Good luck… you’ve got this! 🙌🏼

01/13/2026

We’re getting ready to welcome our residency applicants tomorrow, and we couldn’t be more excited!

This is always a special time for our program, and we look forward to meeting everyone and showing you what makes our residency feel like home.

We’ll see you soon!

01/13/2026

What an incredible Houston Chevron Marathon weekend! 🏅

We’re thankful for the dedicated medical volunteers, our Primary Care and Sports Medicine faculty and fellows, along with McGovern Medical School students, and colleagues from Memorial Hermann, who worked together to help keep runners safe and supported throughout the event.

A special congratulations to Khang Dang, MD, reconstructive shoulder orthopedic surgeon and committed runner, who took on the Aramco Half Marathon and finished with a PR of 3:17—an outstanding accomplishment!

We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Dang and every runner who showed up with determination and heart. It’s an honor to support this amazing running community. 👏👟

01/13/2026

🏈 Who’s ready for the Divisional Round?

Our staff is showing their Texans pride after a huge playoff win tonight. We’re excited to cheer on our Houston Texans as the journey continues next week. 💙❤️

01/09/2026

Alex Wetzig, MD, is an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon dedicated to providing personalized, goal-oriented care for patients in the Houston community. His listen-first approach ensures every treatment plan is tailored to each patient’s needs, mobility goals, and lifestyle.

Dr. Wetzig specializes in foot and ankle surgery, with clinical and research interests that include lower extremity trauma, foot and ankle arthrodesis, deformity correction, and biologic techniques that support healing and improved outcomes. He is also passionate about advancing medical education and evidence-based orthopedic care.

Through individualized treatment and innovative surgical techniques, Dr. Wetzig helps patients regain movement, function, and confidence in their daily lives.

🔗 Learn more here: https://med.uth.edu/ortho/2025/10/01/alex-wetzig-md/

01/06/2026

The new year brings new opportunities to move better and feel stronger—without spending a dime.

Bonnie P. Gregory, MD, a sports medicine and orthopedic surgeon with UTHealth Houston and UT Physicians, reminds us that protecting your joints and improving mobility starts with making small, consistent choices.

💬 “Big changes are made through consistent, small choices we make throughout our day.”

🎥 Read the full article and watch the at-home exercise video here: https://ow.ly/CNgE50XSzIn

12/31/2025

12/31/2025

Fireworks are a tradition, but safety should always be part of the celebration.

Protect yourself, your family, and your community by following basic fireworks safety tips, and when in doubt, enjoy professional displays instead.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and healthy New Year! ✨🎉

12/30/2025

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12/29/2025

As we reflect on this past year, we are deeply grateful to the patients who trusted us with their stories and bravely shared their journeys. Your voices, strength, and honesty inspire us every day—and help others feel seen, understood, and hopeful.

Stepping into a new year, we will carry your stories with us and will remain committed to putting patients first, always. Thank you for allowing us to walk this path with you.

You are at the heart of everything we do. 🤍

12/23/2025

This season, we’re especially grateful for our incredible work family.

Thank you for the compassion, teamwork, and dedication you bring every day. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and restful holiday season with loved ones. 🎄✨

12/22/2025

🎄 Holiday Clinic Hours Update 🎄

Our clinics will be closed on December 24–26 and January 1.

We encourage our patients and community to plan ahead. If you have questions or need to connect with your care team before these closures, please use the patient portal via MyChart or call 713-486-7500 during regular business hours.

Thank you for trusting us with your care.

Wishing our Houston community a safe, peaceful, and healthy holiday season.