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UTMB News EPIC access open to SON students rotating at UTMB clinical sites July 7, 2025 • 1:12 p.m. Effective in the fall of 2025, third- and fourth-semester School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing students rotating at University of Texas Medical Branch clinical locations will have access to the EPIC electronic health record system. UTMB names Dr. Neil K. Mehta the inaugural Chair of the Department of Epidemiology July 2, 2025 • 11:00 a.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch appointed Dr. Neil K. Mehta the inaugural Chair of the Department of Epidemiology in the School of Public and Population Health. UTMB and Moderna Study Demonstrates First-Ever mRNA Vaccine against Deadly Marburg Virus July 1, 2025 • 5:21 p.m. In a major step forward for pandemic preparedness and vaccine development, scientists at the University of Texas Medical Branch and Moderna have developed and tested a groundbreaking mRNA vaccine that provides full protection against the deadly Marburg virus and the closely related Ravn virus in a preclinical animal model. Leave the Show to the Pros June 27, 2025 • 2:00 p.m. Fireworks can cause life changing injuries. Learn the dos and don'ts from UTMB Health Trauma Services to keep you and your family safe. Bringing Joy and Education to Patients June 26, 2025 • 11:21 a.m. At the University of Texas Medical Branch, Sheryl Bucsanyi serves as the dedicated Pediatric Hospital Teacher, making sure young patients stay connected to learning during their hospital stay. UTMB names Dr. Salim Hayek Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine June 25, 2025 • 10:27 a.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch appointed Dr. Salim Hayek as Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine in the John Sealy School of Medicine, effective July 1. UTMB Study Suggests Combination Thyroid Therapy May Reduce Dementia and Mortality Risk in Hypothyroidism June 23, 2025 • 11:02 a.m. A major new study led by researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch suggests that standard treatment for hypothyroidism may not fully protect patients from long-term risks such as dementia and premature death—even when thyroid-stimulating hormone levels are within the normal range. Living the Legacy of Juneteenth at UTMB June 18, 2025 • 5:25 p.m. Juneteenth holds a profound place in Texas and American history. For many across UTMB Health, the holiday is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a reflection of heritage, a reminder of progress, and a connection to the community that continues to shape our institution. UTMB Ranked Among Top 100 hospitals for Cardiac Care in the U.S. June 18, 2025 • 3:13 p.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch has been ranked among the top 100 hospitals for cardiac care in the United States as listed in the 2025 edition of Newsweek/Statista’s America’s Best Specialized Hospitals. A Mission to Transform Health Care: Dr. Salim Hayek's Journey from Bedside to Innovation Leadership June 18, 2025 • 7:35 a.m. Dr. Salim Hayek has always been driven by a fundamental understanding: not everyone has equal access to health and safety, and those who can make a difference have a responsibility to act. 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
EPIC access open to SON students rotating at UTMB clinical sites July 7, 2025 • 1:12 p.m. Effective in the fall of 2025, third- and fourth-semester School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing students rotating at University of Texas Medical Branch clinical locations will have access to the EPIC electronic health record system.
UTMB names Dr. Neil K. Mehta the inaugural Chair of the Department of Epidemiology July 2, 2025 • 11:00 a.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch appointed Dr. Neil K. Mehta the inaugural Chair of the Department of Epidemiology in the School of Public and Population Health.
UTMB and Moderna Study Demonstrates First-Ever mRNA Vaccine against Deadly Marburg Virus July 1, 2025 • 5:21 p.m. In a major step forward for pandemic preparedness and vaccine development, scientists at the University of Texas Medical Branch and Moderna have developed and tested a groundbreaking mRNA vaccine that provides full protection against the deadly Marburg virus and the closely related Ravn virus in a preclinical animal model.
Leave the Show to the Pros June 27, 2025 • 2:00 p.m. Fireworks can cause life changing injuries. Learn the dos and don'ts from UTMB Health Trauma Services to keep you and your family safe.
Bringing Joy and Education to Patients June 26, 2025 • 11:21 a.m. At the University of Texas Medical Branch, Sheryl Bucsanyi serves as the dedicated Pediatric Hospital Teacher, making sure young patients stay connected to learning during their hospital stay.
UTMB names Dr. Salim Hayek Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine June 25, 2025 • 10:27 a.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch appointed Dr. Salim Hayek as Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine in the John Sealy School of Medicine, effective July 1.
UTMB Study Suggests Combination Thyroid Therapy May Reduce Dementia and Mortality Risk in Hypothyroidism June 23, 2025 • 11:02 a.m. A major new study led by researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch suggests that standard treatment for hypothyroidism may not fully protect patients from long-term risks such as dementia and premature death—even when thyroid-stimulating hormone levels are within the normal range.
Living the Legacy of Juneteenth at UTMB June 18, 2025 • 5:25 p.m. Juneteenth holds a profound place in Texas and American history. For many across UTMB Health, the holiday is more than a date on the calendar. It’s a reflection of heritage, a reminder of progress, and a connection to the community that continues to shape our institution.
UTMB Ranked Among Top 100 hospitals for Cardiac Care in the U.S. June 18, 2025 • 3:13 p.m. The University of Texas Medical Branch has been ranked among the top 100 hospitals for cardiac care in the United States as listed in the 2025 edition of Newsweek/Statista’s America’s Best Specialized Hospitals.
A Mission to Transform Health Care: Dr. Salim Hayek's Journey from Bedside to Innovation Leadership June 18, 2025 • 7:35 a.m. Dr. Salim Hayek has always been driven by a fundamental understanding: not everyone has equal access to health and safety, and those who can make a difference have a responsibility to act.