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Life-changing results for patient following bariatric surgery

February 10, 2026 • 8:00 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson

After years of doubting she’d ever run again, a Port Arthur teacher found her stride—thanks to a life-changing decision and the support of the bariatric care team at UTMB Health. Discover how she reclaimed her health, her confidence, and her “why.”

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UTMB faculty featured in landmark report on cesarean deliveries

February 9, 2026 • 7:00 a.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

Groundbreaking insights from UTMB experts are helping redefine how complex cesarean deliveries are understood and performed. Explore how these faculty members are shaping safer surgical care for mothers worldwide.

Logos for the AHP 2025 High Performer awards, one labeled “Academic Medical Center” in red and one labeled “Overall” in green, above the UTMB wordmark.

UTMB Development and Alumni Relations earns national “High Performer” recognition

February 6, 2026 • 10:36 a.m. by Stephen Hadley

The University of Texas Medical Branch has been named an AHP High Performer, placing it among the top hospital fundraising programs in the nation. Discover how the power of philanthropy is driving bold advancements in patient care, research, education, and innovation.

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UTMB faculty honored with top tropical medicine awards

February 4, 2026 • 4:47 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson

Three UTMB faculty members were honored at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH). The awards recognize exceptional leadership, scientific achievement, and service in fields critical to improving health outcomes across the globe.

Body clock disturbances may contribute to dementia risk, evidence suggests

February 3, 2026 • 1:32 p.m.

A new study suggests that when our internal clocks fall out of sync, our risk for dementia may rise. Learn how disrupted daily activity patterns could play a surprising role in long‑term brain health.

Academic systems once lagged in innovation; now they’re racing ahead

February 3, 2026 • 12:58 p.m.

AI is changing the calculus for academic health systems, and Dr. Jochen Reiser explains why UTMB is embracing innovation as a core pillar of its mission.

NIH awards UTMB grant to study norovirus defense

February 2, 2026 • 4:30 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson

UTMB scientists have received a $2.9 million federal grant from the National Institutes of Health to advance research on norovirus, one of the leading causes of gastroenteritis worldwide.

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Reimagining Patient Experience at UTMB Health

January 30, 2026 • 4:43 p.m. by Raegan Scharfetter

Driven by compassion in practice, a new Patient Experience team is transforming care through empathy, innovation, and human connection.

UTMB Health bariatric surgeon Dr. Sarah Samreen and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Andrea Stark sit down for an open, candid conversation about what's new, what's misunderstood, and what patients need to know right now.

Weighing in on the latest in obesity care: A conversation With Drs. Sarah Samreen and Andrea Stark

January 30, 2026 • 10:36 a.m.

UTMB Health bariatric surgeon Dr. Sarah Samreen and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Andrea Stark sit down for an open, candid conversation about what's new, what's misunderstood, and what patients need to know right now.

UTMB pediatricians provide tips to keep children healthy

January 28, 2026 • 7:03 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson

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.

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UTMB Online Graduate Nursing Program earns top recognition in Texas

January 27, 2026 • 2:12 p.m. by Leslie Sanderson

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.

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UTMB Strategic Communications and Branding team earns prestigious platinum award for rebrand

January 27, 2026 • 12:04 p.m. by Melissa McDonald

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.

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UTMB Health named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2026 by Healthgrades

January 27, 2026 • 2:00 a.m. by Raegan Scharfetter

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.

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UTMB advances global Brain Health leadership at World Economic Forum in Davos

January 26, 2026 • 4:20 p.m. by Stephen Hadley

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

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UTMB recognized for leadership in post-college outcomes

January 22, 2026 • 4:17 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

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

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UTMB establishes Global Brain Economy Initiative at the World Economic Forum in Davos

January 21, 2026 • 8:30 a.m. by Stephen Hadley

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.

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The University of Texas Medical Branch adopts the world’s first brain economy institutional model

January 19, 2026 • 1:48 a.m. by Stephen Hadley

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.

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UTMB study shows potential treatment of Lassa fever with antiviral drug

January 9, 2026 • 10:46 a.m. by Leslie Sanderson

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

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UTMB Health elevates weight loss management with Dr. Andrea Stark

January 8, 2026 • 3:16 p.m. by Raegan Scharfetter

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.

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UTMB bariatric surgery program earns designations for quality and excellence

January 7, 2026 • 3:32 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

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.

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