Wishing @utmbhealth and the communities we serve a happy Independence Day. This is a time to connect with others and enjoy meaningful moments with loved ones. Whether you're traveling, attending events, or spending time at home, stay safe and look out for those around you as we

Congratulations to Dr. Clare McNerlin and Dr. Daniel Kaganov—UTMB’s first residents in the combined Emergency Medicine and Aerospace Medicine residency program. This innovative four-year pathway, developed in collaboration with NASA and other aerospace partners, prepares.

Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to present at Breakthrough Texas: A @utmbhealth Showcase event in Houston organized by our UTMB Development Team. The event highlighted UTMB’s work in patient care, research, education, innovation, and institutional priorities, including

This week, @utmbhealth has been visiting each of our hospitals with Best Care pop-up events to thank our incredible staff. With donuts, T-shirts, and a fun “I Am Best Care” selfie booth, these celebrations honor the outstanding work you do every day. Your compassion, integrity,

Today, we honor Juneteenth—the June 19, 1865 announcement of emancipation in Galveston, a defining moment in U.S. history. As members of this community, we’re deeply connected to its legacy. At @utmbhealth, we remain dedicated to fostering an environment built on respect,

At today’s 2025 Employee Memorial Service, the @utmbhealth came together to remember and celebrate the lives of our colleagues who passed away over the past year. Their dedication and service leave a lasting legacy, and our thoughts remain with their families, friends, and all

This week, I was honored to receive the Marilyn G. Farquhar Lifetime Research Achievement Award at the International Podocyte Conference (@PodocyteIPC) in Hamburg. Presented by the International Society of Glomerular Disease (@ISGDtweets), this award recognizes a lifetime of

The new @utmbhealth Care Coordination and Referral Center, located at the Primary Care Pavilion in Galveston, is now open. The center offers walk-in support to help patients navigate care, schedule appointments, and access follow-up services. It’s a powerful step toward more

It was a privilege to hear Dr. Roberta Schwartz (@RobertaS_CIO), Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer at @MethodistHosp, speak today at the @UTMBHealth Galveston Campus on transforming health care through technology and innovation. Dr. Schwartz led insightful

UTMB researchers have been awarded nearly $5 million from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (@CPRIT) to advance vital cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment efforts. I’m excited about the innovative work led by Drs. Berenson, Russell, Zhou, and Sun.

It was a privilege to offer opening remarks this morning as we kicked off Research Day 2025 at our @UTMBHealth Galveston Campus. Hosted by Interim Senior Vice President & Dean, John Sealy School of Medicine, and Chief Research Officer, Dr. Antonio Bianco, and the Council of Vice

Dr. Randall Urban has been a vital part of @utmbhealth for more than 20 years. His leadership—Dr. Urban is now Vice President and Director of Research at UTMB's Institute for Translational Sciences—reflects UTMB's core values of advancing health through education and cutting-edge

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the true cost of freedom and the enduring strength of their commitment to something greater than themselves. At @utmbhealth, we are humbled

Today, I joined leaders from across the globe at TMC3 in Houston at the “Brain Capital: The New Competitive Advantage in a Shifting Economy” summit to advance a bold vision for brain health. We discussed how Texas can lead the world in turning innovation into impact, and I had

During EMS Week, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our EMS partners. Your commitment, skill, and compassion are essential to the care we provide every day at @UTMBHealth. We are deeply grateful for your service and proud to work alongside you in caring for our communities.

Congratulations to the graduates of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (@UTMBGSBS) and the School of Public and Population Health (@utmb_spph)! Today marks a significant milestone in your academic and professional journey. The faculty, staff, alumni, and fellow students

Yesterday, students and faculty had the incredible opportunity to attend the lecture “Opportunistic RNAs and Acquisitive Genomes” by Nobel Laureate and @StanfordMed Professor Dr. Andrew Fire. We are deeply grateful to Dr. Fire for sharing his time, expertise, and groundbreaking

It was a privilege to present at the 2025 UT System AI Symposium in Health Care at @TMC_HelixPark. The symposium highlights the power of collaboration across the @utsystem and the importance of a united approach in shaping the future of health care in Texas and the world.