Andrew Phifer, Author at Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network

The first inflatable penile implant was developed by Dr. F. Brantley Scott, former professor and urologist at Baylor College of Medicine.

Ticks, tissue valves and Mammals… Oh my!

April through October is the season of the tick, when ticks increase their activity and can transmit a variety of diseases.

Dr. Wesley Mayer tells us how training and working at Baylor College of Medicine has impacted his life and career.

Should everyone eliminate gluten? A Baylor College of Medicine registered dietitian weighs in on the gluten-free fad.

Dr. Roberto Sanchez, assistant professor in the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, shares his healthy habits.

Vascular surgeon Dr. Jorge Miranda explains how new technologies can provide minimally invasive treatments for vascular diseases.

Dr. Jeffrey Khan explains training in forensic psychiatry and how it addresses psychiatric issues in legal contexts.

This is the second post from participants in Baylor College of Medicine’s National School of Tropical Medicine Summer Institute program.

Learn what happened when Baylor Medicine doctors listened to Karina Arango’s report of chronic pain after years of surgeries.

Dr. Masih Ahmed provides tips for contact lens wearers, including best practices, an overview of types of lenses and information on risks.