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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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Strategic Communications and Branding team earns prestigious platinum award

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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Overwhelmed by New Year health resolutions? Here’s how UTMB Health’s primary care can help

January 7, 2026 • 12:53 p.m. Source: December 29, 2025 by Chloe Chapel, Community Impact

UTMB primary care turns New Year motivation into realistic plans, steady progress, and long-term wellness.

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UTMB, Circio partner to evaluate circVec for infectious diseases treatment

January 7, 2026 • 10:41 a.m.

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

Dr. Martina Raquel Gallagher

In Step with the future: Dr. Martina Raquel Gallagher on nursing, leadership, and learning

December 31, 2025 • 10:45 a.m.

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.

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Ready for a Health Reset? UTMB Experts Share How to Start 2026 Strong

December 22, 2025 • 3:16 p.m. by Kathrine Adams

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UTMB IT team builds more than systems, they build dreams

December 22, 2025 • 1:46 p.m. by Melissa McDonald

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 designated as first Qualified Treatment Center in Texas for Zevaskyn

December 22, 2025 • 10:02 a.m. by Stephen Hadley

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.

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Dr. Esosa Odigie-Okon chosen for leadership program for outstanding mid-career cardiologists

December 17, 2025 • 3:20 p.m. by Margaret Battistelli Gardner

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.

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UTMB Health, In collaboration with UTHealth Houston, awarded $50 Million by The State Of Texas to Lead Ibogaine clinical trials

December 12, 2025 • 4:37 p.m. by UTHealth Houston

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.

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