Tuberculosis Disease Branch
The mission of the Tuberculosis Elimination Division is to prevent, control, and eliminate tuberculosis among the people of Texas. The mission will be accomplished by coordinating the efforts of health departments, healthcare providers, and communities to develop, implement, and assure compliance with effective tuberculosis strategies, standards, and policies.
The Regional Tuberculosis Branch services 38 of 49 counties in the North Texas Region by active involvement in disease prevention and elimination functions including:
- Disease Surveillance and Investigation
- Testing and Treatment
- Education and Outbreak Response
Staff Contacts Confidential Fax: 817-264-4895
| Robert Baxter | Communicable Disease Manager | 817-264-4632 | Robert.Baxter@dshs.texas.gov |
| Misti Carraway, RN | Program Manager | 817-264-4685 | misti.carraway@dshs.texas.gov |
| Marissa Eugene | Quality Assurance Coordinator | 817-264-4892 | Marissa.eugene@dshs.texas.gov |
| Je'Terius Duirden | Case Registry | 817-264-4894 | Jeterius.Duirden@dshs.texas.gov |
| Phoebe Seale | Accounts Payable Specialist | 817-264-4532 | Phoebe.Seale@dshs.texas.gov |
| Crystal Ogbuehi | Contact Investigator | 817-264-4946 | Crystal.Ogbuehi@dshs.texas.gov |
Tuberculosis Information for Patients and General Public
Tuberculosis Information for Hospitals and Providers
- Guidance on release from hospital tuberculosis isolation
- Tuberculosis Treatment Guidelines
- Tuberculosis Medication Drug and Food Interactions
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