Led by the Sealy Heart and Vascular Institute, the long‑term study will become one of the largest and most inclusive cardiovascular research efforts in Texas.

Several of the school’s graduate health programs earned notable national rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

The new Emergency Preparedness and Response Learning and Action Network will support 10 regional programs – each led by a regional partner – that will focus on locally relevant health care preparedness and response priorities.

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is launching an ambitious, decade‑long study that will follow thousands of Galveston County residents to uncover how heart health, brain health, and aging are connected. Designed to be one of the most inclusive cardiovascular studies in Texas, the Galveston Heart Study aims to reshape how heart disease is predicted and prevented.

Procedure was the first robotic gynecological surgery at FV, performed under the direct supervision of Dr. Nguyen Quoc Truong Chinh, director of the Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery Unit at University of Texas Medical Branch.

Grace Clinic, housed in Galveston Central Church, provides compassionate, walk-in care for individuals with substance use disorder, offering medical treatment and supportive services regardless of insurance or housing status. Led by UTMB clinicians and supported by community partnerships, the program has rapidly expanded.

"Emotional intelligence addresses regulation of emotions, including managing our responses to the emotions of others. It includes self-awareness, boundary setting, reflection, empathy, and introspection," Dr. Victor Sierpina

When health conditions stack up, navigating care can feel overwhelming. Learn how primary care providers serve as trusted guides—coordinating treatments, simplifying decisions and keeping patients at the center of complex care.

The device delivers radiofrequency energy to the post-lumpectomy cavity to destroy potential residual cancer cells, with researchers studying whether it can safely reduce the need for follow-up radiation or additional surgeries.

In her health column for The Galveston County Daily News, Dr. Sally Robinson unpacks data from the 2026 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce.

A UTMB infectious disease professor says vaccinating cows could reduce H5N1 circulation, limiting spillover to people, and safeguarding poultry.

The UTMB School of Health Professions Department of Respiratory Therapy has been selected to receive the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), placing the program among an elite group of respiratory therapy programs nationwide.

"People who understand and manage their emotions are less likely to experience prolonged stress, anxiety, or conflic," says Integrative Medicine fellow Dr. Hasan Yasin. "They are better equipped to handle life’s inevitable challenges and maintain a sense of balance."

After a life‑threatening stroke, Breah Knape found more than expert medical care at UTMB — she found compassion, trust, and a care team that helped her reclaim her life through genuine connection and unwavering support.

Digestive issues are common but often ignored. Learn which symptoms matter and how UTMB Health primary care providers offer early diagnosis and comprehensive care close to home.

With 9,892 employees, The University of Texas Medical Branch tops the list of the largest employers in the area.

"Little wonder that dengue is one of the most common mosquito-borne viral diseases in the world. Scientists estimate that around 390 million infections occur every year, and it’s an important public health concern in Africa." - Dr Marielena Vogel Saivish, research fellow in virology, UTMB

Cataracts can make everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more difficult. An eye exam and conversation with your doctor can be the first step toward clearer, brighter vision.

Facing your first colonoscopy? It’s quicker, easier, and more empowering than you think. Here’s what really happens—and why it could save your life.

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is accepting applications through April 10 for the Innovation in Life Sciences Summer Camp, a four-day immersive program designed to inspire the next generation of scientific and entrepreneurial leaders through hands-on learning and real-world problem solving.