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Passion in Practice

A behind-the-scenes look at the dedicated efforts of UT Health Austin clinicians and staff

Video by: Emily Kinsolving and Alyssa Martin
Written by: Ashley Lawrence

Eduardo Garea, the Crew Leader of Facilities Services, smiles down from a glass balcony. He is wearing a custodial uniform and glasses.

At UT Health Austin, our clinicians and staff are committed to establishing connections with patients throughout their treatment to ensure their care always meets their needs.

In our latest video series Passion in Practice, we invite you to journey behind the scenes, where you’ll discover the unwavering dedication, compassion, and expertise of our clinicians and staff whose daily work has a profound impact on the well-being and experience of UT Health Austin patients.

Explore the extraordinary efforts and personal stories of our clinicians and staff who often work tirelessly behind the scenes to support patient care:

Stay tuned for more compelling stories and insights that reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional care.

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About the Partnership Between UT Health Austin and Ascension Seton

The collaboration between UT Health Austin and Ascension brings together medical professionals, medical school learners, and researchers who are all part of the integrated mission of transforming healthcare delivery and redesigning the academic health environment to better serve society. This collaboration allows highly specialized providers who are at the forefront of the latest research, diagnostic, and technological developments to build an integrated system of care that is a collaborative resource for clinicians and their patients.

About UT Health Austin

UT Health Austin is the clinical practice of the Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. We collaborate with our colleagues at the Dell Medical School and The University of Texas at Austin to utilize the latest research, diagnostic, and treatment techniques, allowing us to provide patients with an unparalleled quality of care. Our experienced healthcare professionals deliver personalized, whole-person care of uncompromising quality and treat each patient as an individual with unique circumstances, priorities, and beliefs. Working directly with you, your care team creates an individualized care plan to help you reach the goals that matter most to you — in the care room and beyond. For more information, call us at 1-833-UT-CARES or request an appointment here.