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Selected Programs & Initiatives

Professionalism
Professionalism Charter
Professionalism is at the core of UTMB’s institutional mission of education, patient care and research, and is critical to our success as an academic medical center. UTMB promotes a professional culture by educating employees on appropriate behaviors and expectations, recognizing excellence among employees and providing an ongoing dialogue on issues affecting professionalism.

Academy of Oslerian Medicine
Sir William OslerIn 2001, Houston physician-philanthropist John P. McGovern donated $5 million to provide endowments for the William Osler Scholars: practicing physicians on the School of Medicine faculty selected based on their history of giving highly competent, humane, compassionate care and serving as outstanding teachers and role models for these qualities. They comprise the John P. McGovern, M.D., Academy of Oslerian Medicine.

Commit to Fit
Commit to FitA healthier workforce is more productive, feels better, misses fewer work days due to illness, and has a better outlook on life. All of this translates to a more positive workplace. UTMB's Commit to Fit initiative helps provide resources, including information, innovative programs and health promotion opportunities, to the UTMB community. 

Diversity
UTMB is committed to employing and educating a workforce that mirrors the diverse populations we serve. We are also committed to creating an environment where everyone--regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, physical capability, religious affiliation, sexual orientation or cultural background--can be a productive member of the community and feel rewarded and respected for the part they play in the success of the institution.

Philanthropy