PROGRAM FACULTY

 

The Histology (HLAB) program faculty are dedicated credentialed professionals.  Each faculty member has been identified as an expert in the following areas.  Additional information can be obtained for each faculty member listed below.
  • Frank J. Garza, BSOE, HT (ASCP)
    Program Director
    • Histologic Technician (HT) credentials through American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)
    • School of Histotechnology of Bexar County Hospital District, Teaching Hospitals of The University  of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA).
    • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education from Wayland Baptist University, San Antonio, Texas.  
    • Associate of Applied Science from Wayland Baptist University, San Antonio, Texas.  
    • 17 years of clinical experience, including routine to special histology, lab safety officer, histology lead/supervisor/manager, hospital safety/education committee member, service excellence facilitator
    • Master Teacher Certification, St. Philip's College.   
    • Membership and participation in professional organizations have afforded symposium and workshop educational experiences, honorable recognition, professional assignments and awards. 
      • Texas Society for Histotechnology (TSH)
      • National Society for Histotechnology (NSH)
      • American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)
      • National Institute for Staff & Organizational Development (NISOD)