Talks with Docs
You’re Invited!
To Talks with Docs, a Community Q&A with Medical Specialists from UMC.
Join us for an informative and engaging event where you can connect with leading doctors and specialists in various fields. The evening will include a brief presentation on key health topics, followed by an open Q&A session where you can get the answers you need. This come-and-go event offers a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with members of the medical community, gain valuable insights into health and wellness, and bridge the gap between experts and the community they serve.
2025 Talks with Docs
July 15th Event with a Focus on Gut Health and Wellness
Join us for an engaging event dedicated to focusing on gut health and cutting through the hype! From probiotics to trendy cleanses, we’ll unpack what truly supports a healthy digestive system. Learn how your gut impacts overall wellness and walk away with the tools to make informed choices. It’s time to separate fact from fiction and take charge of your health with confidence!
This event is from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the UMC Health and Wellness Hospital on 114th and Slide.
Special Guests: Dr. Jessica Gray, MD and Dr. Vanessa Costilla, MD
As a board certified Family Medicine physician Dr. Jessica Gray is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her patients, with a special interest in women’s and adolescent health. She currently works as the clinic medical director for the UMC Southwest Family Medicine Clinic and supervises five advanced practice providers. Dr. Gray also works as the Team Physician for the Texas Tech University Women’s Basketball Team, overseeing the medical needs of the NCAA Division 1 athletes and collaborating with other health professionals to ensure optimal performance and injury prevention. Dr. Gray serves on several boards and volunteers with multiple non-profits organizations. She is a member of the managing board for the Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic, a nonprofit that provides healthcare to Lubbock’s underserved pediatric population, and sits on the community advisory board for the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health. She also serves as the Mission Impact Chair for the West Texas Market Board of the March of Dimes. Dr. Gray is passionate about preventive care, health maintenance, and medical education, and she strives to empower women to make informed choices about their health.
In addition to her clinical and leadership roles, Dr. Gray is also an active educator and researcher. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, where she teaches and mentors medical students and residents. She has published multiple articles and presented on various topics related to Family Medicine and medical education. Dr. Gray is also the co-host of The Med Edit Podcast, a popular podcast that explores current issues and trends in medicine and healthcare.
Dr. Vanessa Costilla is a distinguished gastroenterologist based in Lubbock,
Texas, with over 15 years of experience in the field. She serves as the Medical Director of Endoscopy at University Medical Center (UMC) and holds the position of Division Chief at the UMC Gastroenterology Clinic. Additionally, she contributes to medical education as an Associate Program Director for the Gastroenterology Fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC). Dr. Costilla completed her medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 2010. She pursued her internal medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic Hospital and further specialized with a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
In her clinical practice, Dr. Costilla offers a comprehensive range of services, including colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, and video capsule endoscopy. She has a particular interest in the management of inflammatory bowel disease and is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of colon cancer screening, especially among younger populations.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Costilla is committed to providing accessible and empathetic care to a diverse patient population. She is an
active member of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), reflecting her ongoing commitment to professional development and excellence in her field.