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Small, simple changes at home can make a difference in a child’s well- being. UTMB pediatric specialists are here to help guide the way with tips about diet, sleep, exercise, and screen time.

The UTMB School of Nursing was one of 1,800 degree programs evaluated by U.S. News and World Report for its 2026 ranking of online programs. The distance learning master's degree program ranked No. 1 in Texas and No. 19 nationally.

International recognition places UTMB among top global brands for its bold institutional rebrand. Explore how the award‑winning effort is reshaping the university’s identity and impact.

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) has been named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, placing the organization in the top 5% of U.S. hospitals.

From Davos to Texas, UTMB is redefining brain health as economic infrastructure and launching global initiatives that move the brain economy into action.

The Torch Awards elevate the work of institutions that demonstrate exceptional commitment to access, quality, accountability, and measurable improvement.

UTMB is helping redefine prosperity in the age of AI with the launch of the Global Brain Economy Initiative at the World Economic Forum. Discover how brain health and cognitive skills are becoming the new drivers of global growth.

UTMB is leading a global shift toward the brain economy by making brain health and cognitive resilience a cornerstone of its mission. Learn how this bold move positions UTMB at the forefront of innovation, care, and the future of work.

The research examines a promising antiviral approach with important implications for how Lassa fever may be treated during outbreaks.

An accomplished researcher, author, educator, lecturer, and mentor, Dr. Stark brings a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to care that reflects the latest advances in the field.

These achievements translate into expanded access to approved bariatric surgery services, greater flexibility within insurance networks, and the assurance that care meets nationally recognized quality benchmarks.

As the new year begins, motivation to improve health is high. However, for many, knowing where to start is the hardest part. At UTMB Health, primary care physicians help turn good intentions into action by serving as the starting point for a patient’s health journey.

The collaboration is an important component of UTMB's commitment to develop and strengthen its infectious disease, gene and cell therapy programs.

Blending science, empathy, and innovation, Dr. Martina Raquel Gallagher is reimagining how undergraduate nurses are educated. Learn how her career and vision are shaping the future of nursing at UTMB.

UTMB’s IT team came together during the holiday season to help build a home, reinforcing that health begins with safe, stable housing. Their hands-on effort not only supported a family’s dream but also showcased the team’s commitment to community and collaboration beyond technology.

UTMB Health becomes a national leader in treating ultra-rare skin disease RDEB, earning designation as a Qualified Treatment Center for an FDA-approved gene therapy bringing first-of-its-kind care closer to home.

Dr. Esosa Odigie-Okon, MD, MSc, FACC, clinical assistant professor of cardiology at UTMB, has been chosen by the American College of Cardiology to join its prestigious Sandra J. Lewis Mid-Career Women’s Leadership Institute.

UTMB Health and UTHealth Houston are leading a groundbreaking $50 million statewide clinical trial to explore ibogaine as a potential treatment for addiction, PTSD, and traumatic brain injury — a first-of-its-kind effort that could put Texas at the forefront of behavioral health innovation.

UTMB leaders join the ranks of the world’s top inventors. Learn how their work is transforming science and elevating UTMB’s role in advancing solutions that improve lives.