@UTRGVSOM

@UTRGV School of Medicine offers an exceptionally innovative learning experience designed to instill in students scientific, clinical, and research expertise.

Texas, USA
Joined July 2017
UTRGV SOM’s “Healers Need Healing Too” Wellness Walk brought our community together to move, recharge, connect and prioritize well-being.
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More than 100 students got flu vaccines at UTRGV SOM’s annual event, hosted by the SOM Office of Student Affairs and UT Health RGV, helping keep the community protected.
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Welcome back, Dr. Loftis! 💙 A member of UTRGV SOM’s inaugural class, she is returning to serve the RGV community as a rheumatologist. Read more: shorturl.at/7Pbmv #WomenInMedicine
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Today, the UTRGV School of Medicine is celebrating a decade of education, discovery and care. Read a message from UTRGV School of Medicine Dean Everardo Cobos, MD, FACP, reflecting on our first 10 years and looking ahead to what comes next: conta.cc/4qjtWb6
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UTRGV School of Medicine welcomed RADM Paul Jung, Deputy Surgeon General of the United States, for a special Grand Rounds presentation on the “Future of Public Health,” where he shared insights on public health careers and inspired the next generation of health care leaders.
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The UTRGV School of Medicine RCMI team made a strong showing at the 2026 RCMI Consortium National Conference in Bethesda, Maryland, with 16 faculty, trainees, staff and collaborators contributing more than 20 poster and oral presentations!
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Smaran Marupudi, med student at @UTRGVSOM, hopes to raise awareness on the dangers of skin cancer and empower students to take proactive steps in protecting their skin. Read more about the initiative: utrgv.news/sunsafety-initiat… #UTRGV #skincancerawareness
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From Students📚 to Doctors 🩺 @UTRGVSOM celebrated graduation of Class of 2025 this past weekend. The 50 students from the school’s 6th cohort will now participate in medical residencies across the #RGV, Texas and the nation. 🔗: utrgv.news/som-class-of-2025 #UTRGV
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The UTRGV SOM team recently attended the AAMC Annual Meeting in Atlanta, joining leaders in academic medicine nationwide to discuss the latest in medical education and innovation. 🌟 We're proud to be part of a community committed to advancing healthcare education! 🧡 #AAMC24
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"Academic medicine changes a community for the better." Michael B. Hocker, MD, MHS, Dean of @UTRGVSOM shares how having a #medschool & academic health center in the Rio Grande Valley is helping to serve more rural patients & train the next generation of Texas physicians. #AAMC24
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🎉 Exciting News! UTRGV’s new Center for Human Genetics in Brownsville is officially open! 🧬 This 17,246-square-foot, cutting-edge facility is set to tackle the Valley’s biggest health challenges—from diabetes to cardiovascular disease! 🔗 Read more: utrgv.link/UTRGVSOM-Genetics
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.@UTRGV set to make major strides in reducing cancer disparities with $18.4M @NIH for Rio Grande Valley Cancer Health Disparity Research Center. "I’m proud to see this institution leading the charge in research and innovation," @RepGonzalez said. utrgv.edu/newsroom/2024/10/3… #txlege
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UTRGV was awarded an $18.8M NIH grant to combat cancer in the Rio Grande Valley, focusing on Hispanic health challenges. The Rio Grande Valley has some of the highest cancer rates in the world and this grant will help researchers learn more about why that is and brings us all one step closer to improving prevention, treatment and ultimately a cure. #CancerMoonshot #CancerResearch @UTRGVSOM @utrgv
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In recognition of Women in Medicine and Science Month, these inspiring women reflect on the meaning of the White Coat Ceremony as they begin their medical journeys. We applaud their perseverance and look forward to the difference they will make in medicine and science. 🌟🔬
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Through philanthropy and industry partnerships and support, UT institutions are tackling pressing health issues and disparities. @UTRGV, for example, is laser focused on addressing the prevalence of diabetes in the RGV. utrgv.edu/newsroom/2024/09/1… @VBHS @UTRGVSOM
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The Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation has awarded UTRGV $30 million grant to establish the UTRGV Diabetes Center of Excellence to tackle the diabetes crisis in the #RGV through innovative research, education and collaborative care. Read more: utrgv.news/UTRGV-grant-VBLF-…
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Today at the @UTRGVSOM symposium. Presenting Heart Failure in two different scenarios. 🫀
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At the @UTRGVSOM research symposium presenting ‘Hypertension-related Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome occurring after a cardiac arrest: A case report’
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Had a blast presenting two posters at the UTRGV Research Colloquium! 🔬🧬 Grateful for the opportunity to share my research and connect with amazing peers.💡 #UTRGV #UTRGVSOM #ResearchColloquium #FutureDocs #RadOnc @UTRGVSOM
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