Dr. Donald Dilworth, MD, FACS

Expert Publications

• Semiquantitative analysis of X-linked gene expression during spermatogenesis in the mouse: ethidium-bromide staining of RT-PCR products.
• Single-step elimination of contaminating DNA prior to reverse transcriptase PCR.
• Expression of Xist in mouse germ cells correlates with X-chromosome inactivation.
• Differential transcription of Pgk genes during spermatogenesis in the mouse.

Media Releases

Get to know Trauma Surgeon Dr. Donald Dilworth, who serves patients in Texas.

A mindful and diligent Trauma surgeon, Dr. Dilworth is the Medical Director of the Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery at Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

A 1996 graduate of Texas Tech University Health Sciences A 1996 graduate of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, Dr. Dilworth went on to perform his residency in surgery at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock. He then continued his training by completing a fellowship in surgical critical care at San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium, Brooke Army Medical Center.

Holding certification in general surgery, the doctor is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery (ABS). The ABS is an independent, non-profit organization located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded for the purpose of certifying surgeons who have met a defined standard of education, training, and knowledge.

Dedicated to excellence for his patients, keeping up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices so they know they are in good hands, Dr. Dilworth has achieved accreditation as a Master Surgeon & Surgeon of Excellence in Hernia & Robotic Surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Among his professional affiliations include The American College of Surgeons. The Texas Medical Association, and the Bexar County Medical Society.

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