Welcome!
The Research Histopathology Core (RHC) provides analytical morphology related services to the research teams and educational programs at UTMB. The facility is equipped with the latest available instrumentation and operated by highly skilled personnel, who can assist with tissue preparation, immunohistochemistry including assay optimization, image analysis, digital photomicrography, anatomical consultation, and Insitu hybridization. RHC provides an expanded service including coordinated histopathology support services or develop special protocols to fit your research needs for investigators engaged in research in emerging diseases. We look forward to providing these services to fit your research needs and yield high quality results.
Services included:
Equipment available for users includes:
Gustavo Valbuena, MD PHD | Lab Director
Kenneth Escobar, HT ASCP Certified | Lab Manager
Lab phone: 409-747-0735
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Location |
Hours |
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University of Texas Medical Branch Keiller 1.11 6 B Galveston, TX 77555
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8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
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| Name | Role | Phone | Location | |
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| Gustavo Valbuena |
Director
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(409) 747-0735
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gvalbuen@utmb.edu
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Keiller 1.116B
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| Kenneth Escobar |
Lab Manager/Histotechnoligist
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(409) 747-0735
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krescoba@utmb.edu
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BSB 5.539
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| Kerry Graves |
Medical Technologist
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(409) 747-0735
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kegraves@utmb.edu
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BSB 5.539
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| Natalie Dobias |
Histotechnoligist
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(409) 747-0735
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nsdobias@utmb.edu
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GNL 5th floor
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