Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner, MD

Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner, MD, professor of medicine and epidemiology, Memorial Hermann Endowed Chair, the Vice-Chair of Medicine for Healthcare Quality, the director of the Laboratory of Mycology Research, and the Division Chief at the Division of Infectious Diseases of the McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas in Houston. He also serves as the Chief Epidemiology Officer and Associate Director for Antimicrobial Stewardship for Memorial Hermann Healthcare System and UT Physicians.

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How Long is a Tetanus Shot Good For?

Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner, MD | June 11, 2025

Vaccines aren’t just for kids. In fact, there are some, like the tetanus shot, that you need to have on a regular basis throughout your...

What Does The Spleen Do?

Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner, MD | June 5, 2025

Considering its significant role in overall health, most people spend very little time thinking about their spleen. But this relatively small organ—it weighs just six...