Healthcare professionals strategizing on improving patient care for long COVID.
Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, a leading figure in rehabilitation medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee on Long COVID. With significant experience in managing long COVID and a multidisciplinary clinic in San Antonio, she will be the only Texas representative on the 14-member committee, aiming to influence national health policies and enhance patient care for those suffering from lingering symptoms of COVID-19.
San Antonio, get ready for some remarkable news that could improve the health of many individuals suffering from long-term effects of COVID-19. Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez, a distinguished figure in the medical community, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Advisory Committee focusing on long COVID. This means that she will play a crucial role in shaping policies and providing guidance on how we tackle this ongoing health crisis!
Dr. Verduzco-Gutierrez is no stranger to leadership. As a professor and chair of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, she has dedicated her career to treating and understanding long COVID. Recognized nationally for her expertise, she directs a multidisciplinary long COVID clinic right here in San Antonio, where she and her team offer patient-centered care for those grappling with persistent symptoms following COVID-19.
In summary, Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez’s appointment to the HHS Advisory Committee for long COVID not only represents recognition of her incredible work but also a beacon of hope for patients everywhere. As she steps into this advisory role, we can all look forward to better healthcare policies and improved support for those affected by long COVID.
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