UTRGV SOM - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine uses innovative, competency-based medical education to train the next generation of physicians who are committed to improving the lives and well-being of their communities through innovative research and compassionate, patient-centered care, as well as biomedical scientists who will lead the charge in advancing research on diseases such as diabetes and infectious diseases that affect the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

This channel features scholarly work aligned with the UTRGV School of Medicine’s focus on education, community health, and biomedical research, including regional and global health challenges. Only authors who are affiliated with the UTRGV School of Medicine and are working with a UTRGV School of Medicine medical student are eligible to submit to this channel. Please note that all submissions must adhere to the Cureus editorial guidelines.