The University of Texas Medical Branch has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with NIPOKA, a leading German-based company specializing in advanced diagnostic technologies for kidney research. With over 35 million adults in the U.S. affected by chronic kidney disease, and millions more worldwide, the need for accurate diagnostics has never been more critical. This partnership aims to develop first-of-its-kind diagnostic tests that could transform the way kidney patients are diagnosed, treated, and monitored.

Exercise is important … everyone knows that. But let’s be real, everyone also knows that getting started on and sticking to a fitness plan is easier said than done. That’s where the Preventive Medicine Initiative Heart & Soul 5K, taking place March 8, comes in.

The UTMB Health Pediatric and Adult Primary Care Clinic in Friendswood will open its doors at a new location at 1715 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood on March 10. The new clinic will have the same hours of operation, but will offer expanded services and specialties.

The University of Texas Medical Branch has been recognized on the first-ever Newsweek and Statista list of America’s Best Weight Loss Clinics & Centers 2025. This prestigious honor places UTMB among the nation’s top 200 weight loss programs, underscoring its commitment to excellence in metabolic and bariatric care.

The University of Texas Medical Branch and Aetna®, a CVS Health business, have reached a multi-year agreement that brings UTMB facilities and providers in network for most Aetna health plan participants, effective immediately.

Did you know that women are statistically more likely to die from a heart-related issue than men? Cardiologist Dr. Esosa Odigie-Okon elaborates on why that is and shares other tips, tricks and insight into women's heart health.

Being aware of risk factors and keeping regular appointments are two main ways women can stay abreast of their heart health risks. Cardiologist Dr. Danielle El Haddad shares other tips, too.

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorder was discussed during the latest segment with Houston Moms and the conversation covered everything from signs and symptoms to how to ask for help.

The University of Texas Medical Branch has been recognized as one of Healthgrades’ 250 Best Hospitals for 2025, placing it among the top five percent of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance. This prestigious honor—which the university also received in 2023 and 2024—reflects UTMB Health’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional, patient-centered care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes.

In an effort to end the stigma around maternal mental health, UTMB Health clinicians share their journeys battling perinatal mood & anxiety disorder, also known as PMAD, which can present as conditions such as psychosis, anxiety, depression, or more.