Addison’s Amazing Year After Surviving Shark Attack
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Addison Bethea’s encounter with the shark that nearly took her life will forever be imprinted in her memory. But nothing will leave the…
Talal Elmasry
Marketing Content Writer
Talal Elmasry, born and raised in Gainesville, is a graduate of UF’s College of Journalism and Communications. He joined UF Health’s marketing team after 15 years in journalism, including a 10-year run at The Gainesville Sun before serving as a researcher for ESPN in Connecticut. This is Talal’s second stint working for the University of Florida as he spent five years as a sports reporter at WRUF, the campus radio station, while earning his degree as a student. Now that he’s back home, Talal is relishing the opportunity to assist health care communications and make a positive impact on the lives of UF Health patients.
Stories by Talal
Shark Attack Survivor Transported by ShandsCair Featured on Shark Week
It’s been a little over a year since Addison Bethea was attacked by a shark off the coast of Keaton Beach, Florida. It was a terrifying encounter that cost the…
AI Appreciation Day: How UF Health is Using AI to Improve Patient Care
The impact of artificial intelligence can be felt in many fields, but nothing can compare to the effect it’s had on health care. AI has revolutionized medical…
UF Ob/Gyn Residents Become First in U.S. to Earn ISUOG Certification
The University of Florida has set a new standard for ultrasound training while paving a new path for resident Ob/Gyn physicians in the United States. Thanks to…
Bystander CPR Helps Michael Overcome Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sitting in church and practicing songs for Sunday service, Valerie Layton unexpectedly felt the weight of her husband Michael lean on her. It was April 1, so…
UF Health Wellness University Hosting Day of Free Seminars
UF Health Wellness University is kicking off December with four free seminars on Thursday at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center. Those…
UF Health Physicians Shed Light on the Meaning of Hispanic Heritage Month
We’re approaching the end of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time that Americans celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens…
Walk with Gratitude: Sam’s Story
In January 2021, Sam loaded his wheelchair and himself into his Ford Econoline handicap van and drove the 1,749 miles from Colorado to Florida, hoping to find…
Noah’s heart is back in the game
New parents Debra and Zak Jarabat were overjoyed by the birth of their first child, Noah, a beautiful baby boy born with all his tiny fingers and toes…
Michael gets his beat back
Michael Jansen, 66, is a tall, lean Midwesterner with a soft Missouri drawl, an easy laugh and kind eyes.
Janis and Janet: The Twins Who Tamed Tremor at UF Health
By the time Janet Plum makes the short but taxing trip to serve the coffee, the mug is only half full. What’s missing of the morning brew is dotted on the…
Brain Cancer Awareness Month: Marissa vs. the Worst of the Worst
Marissa Valencia suddenly felt sick. Then, when she tried to speak, nothing that came out made sense. Her friend sitting across the table from her over lunch…
