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Young patient achieves upward mobility, thanks to UT Physicians

Mickey Wright stands tall and strong outside his home. (Photo by Andi Atkinson/UT Physicians)

April 3, 2023

Mickey Wright of Katy, Texas, is just a regular 7-year-old boy who earns good grades, plays video games, and wrestles in Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes. His life, however, would not be as full if it were not for a life-changing surgery and therapy program.






A student’s wonder inspires Ruona to contribute to scholarship funds

Headshot of Kimberly Ruona, DDS. (Courtesy photo)

March 24, 2023

“When you work with students, you can’t help but see the world through their eyes,” said Ruona, assistant professor and dental director of Community Dental Services. “Students have a fresh perspective on the world. They have an incredible curiosity — they are like sponges because they want to learn everything. You see yourself in them and wonder if they will follow a similar path.”





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