For children in the hospital, healing can come in many forms. Sometimes, it looks like medicine, physical therapy or another step in a care plan. Other times, it arrives on four paws.

The John Sealy School of Medicine Class of 2030 received their first white coats during the UTMB annual White Coat Ceremony, marking the start of their medical education and a public commitment to compassionate, ethical, patient-centered care.

Scientists at UTMB are exploring whether slowing the biology of aging could help prevent chronic disease and extend healthspan. Their research also examines the ethical questions surrounding longevity, access to future therapies, and healthy aging for all.

The Sealy & Smith Foundation’s record-setting philanthropic investment, including a new $130 million commitment, will fund expansion for the Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute at UTMB.

The Center for Correctional Healthcare Excellence at UTMB is advancing research, innovation, education, and clinical care for one of the nation’s most medically vulnerable populations.

Community-based Geri-Fit classes were linked to healthier cholesterol levels, better mobility, and greater independence among older adults.

Midlife weight gain isn't simply about how much you eat. UTMB Health endocrinologist Dr. Sura Alqaisi explains how hormonal changes, metabolism, sleep, and body composition affect weight during menopause and what women can do to stay healthy.

Dr. Sarah Samreen and Dr. Andrea Stark discuss the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program, a new federal program that may expand access to certain GLP-1 medications for eligible Medicare Part D patients being treated for obesity.