UTMB to host community meeting on Blue Zones The meeting will cover what the Blue Zones Project is and how it works, why Galveston was selected, and how UTMB and its partners will be involved. Read More
UTMB leader honored among top chief medical officers Dr. Gulshan Sharma is recognized by Becker’s for national leadership in advancing quality, innovation, and patient-centered care. Read More
More detail, less radiation Simple, practical changes in UTMB heart CT protocols helped staff follow safety principles, scan one-third more patients, and set a standard for safer imaging. Read More
UTMB News UTMB honored for leadership in advanced cardiac CT imaging March 5, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The cardiac CT team was recognized among the top 12% worldwide for delivering precise, noninvasive coronary imaging that enhances patient care across all campuses. UTMB calls on Galveston retirees to join growing volunteer network March 4, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson UTMB is inviting retirees in Galveston County to volunteer at its Galveston campus, where they can greet visitors, guide patients, and support care teams. With flexible roles for all ages, the UTMB volunteer program offers a meaningful way to stay active while making a difference in patients’ lives. UTMB to host Blue Zones Project community meeting March 5 March 3, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The Blue Zones community meeting will cover what the Blue Zones Project is and how it works, why Galveston was selected, and how UTMB and its partners will be involved. UTMB Health Family Medicine Pharmacy team receives Clinical Pearl Award March 2, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) Family Medicine Pharmacy team received the Clinical Pearl Award at the North American Primary Care Research Group (NAPCRG) 2025 Annual Meeting. Dr. Gulshan Sharma named to Becker’s top hospital and health system CMOs 2026 list February 27, 2026 • 4:50 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner Dr. Gulshan Sharma has once again earned national recognition for his leadership and innovation—but the story behind his sustained impact at UTMB is even more compelling. Discover how his vision continues to shape excellence in care and quality across the institution. UTMB Police seek public feedback for accreditation review February 27, 2026 • 10:15 a.m. by Melissa McDonald UTMB Police is inviting public input to help strengthen service quality and community trust. Explore how you can share your feedback. Zebra devices coming to inpatient units to improve communication and care February 27, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter UTMB is preparing to roll out Zebra mobile devices across inpatient units, bringing faster communication, greater mobility, and more efficient workflows to clinical teams. UTMB Health redefines patient care recognition with new “Compassion in Practice” award, quarterly winners February 26, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter Every three months, one inpatient and one ambulatory unit will be recognized for exemplifying our commitment to compassion and excellence. What your body wants you to know about rapid weight loss February 25, 2026 • 12:50 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The “downside” of losing weight quickly—from medication, surgery or diet alone—can affect your energy, strength, digestion, and long-term success. New imaging approach cuts heart scan radiation exposure by more than half February 25, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner UTMB specialists introduced a new system that tailors CT heart scans to the individual patient and minimizes radiation exposure. More UTMB News Search Categories Awards & Accolades Education Faculty/Staff News Health Care In The News Innovations News Releases Top News UTMB Research Contact Media Team UTMB Experts
UTMB honored for leadership in advanced cardiac CT imaging March 5, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The cardiac CT team was recognized among the top 12% worldwide for delivering precise, noninvasive coronary imaging that enhances patient care across all campuses.
UTMB calls on Galveston retirees to join growing volunteer network March 4, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson UTMB is inviting retirees in Galveston County to volunteer at its Galveston campus, where they can greet visitors, guide patients, and support care teams. With flexible roles for all ages, the UTMB volunteer program offers a meaningful way to stay active while making a difference in patients’ lives.
UTMB to host Blue Zones Project community meeting March 5 March 3, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The Blue Zones community meeting will cover what the Blue Zones Project is and how it works, why Galveston was selected, and how UTMB and its partners will be involved.
UTMB Health Family Medicine Pharmacy team receives Clinical Pearl Award March 2, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) Family Medicine Pharmacy team received the Clinical Pearl Award at the North American Primary Care Research Group (NAPCRG) 2025 Annual Meeting.
Dr. Gulshan Sharma named to Becker’s top hospital and health system CMOs 2026 list February 27, 2026 • 4:50 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner Dr. Gulshan Sharma has once again earned national recognition for his leadership and innovation—but the story behind his sustained impact at UTMB is even more compelling. Discover how his vision continues to shape excellence in care and quality across the institution.
UTMB Police seek public feedback for accreditation review February 27, 2026 • 10:15 a.m. by Melissa McDonald UTMB Police is inviting public input to help strengthen service quality and community trust. Explore how you can share your feedback.
Zebra devices coming to inpatient units to improve communication and care February 27, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter UTMB is preparing to roll out Zebra mobile devices across inpatient units, bringing faster communication, greater mobility, and more efficient workflows to clinical teams.
UTMB Health redefines patient care recognition with new “Compassion in Practice” award, quarterly winners February 26, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter Every three months, one inpatient and one ambulatory unit will be recognized for exemplifying our commitment to compassion and excellence.
What your body wants you to know about rapid weight loss February 25, 2026 • 12:50 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner The “downside” of losing weight quickly—from medication, surgery or diet alone—can affect your energy, strength, digestion, and long-term success.
New imaging approach cuts heart scan radiation exposure by more than half February 25, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner UTMB specialists introduced a new system that tailors CT heart scans to the individual patient and minimizes radiation exposure.