Long School of Medicine

We are the #LongSchoolofMedicine at @uthealthsa, a community of healers, researchers & change-makers. We #makelivesbetter through residencies & fellowships.

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A journey in medicine is about more than just classes, labs, exams and rotations. It's also about community. @TheLongSOM Hiking Club hosted a 6.6 mi. hike at Government Canyon as part of ReDiscover Wellness to reconnect and unwind. Check out the dinosaur tracks!

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Veritas students got into the spirit of the spooky season by wearing costumes and participating in games, crafts and fun challenges during the annual trick-or-treat event.

Family groups ate lunch together and enjoyed being in community with their peers.

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A look at the future of medicine! Students recently visited @TheLongSOM to learn more about medical education and explore the path to becoming a physician.

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From The Bahamas to cancer research with global impact, Colton Jones, MD, a Long School of Medicine hematology-oncology fellow, has received The Bahamas’ Order of Distinction.

Learn about his journey and research: https://t.co/mj2YqKsPrn

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Students had the chance to unwind by petting therapy dogs and playing games in the courtyard during the Paws for Wellness event.

Therapy dogs from @canineorg were on hand as students enjoyed refreshments from UT San Antonio student life.

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Dementia is projected to triple globally by 2050, and experts note that early diagnosis is essential to quality of life. A study by @UTHealthSA scientists in @NatureComms found that current diagnostic approaches often show inconsistent performance: https://t.co/j9TaWC8mRX

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Could GLP-1 medications have implications beyond weight management and metabolic health? @uthealthsa researchers are examining whether these therapies may also offer insights into longevity and healthy aging. Report from @KENS5: https://t.co/0emziELuSM

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Two @TheLongSOM faculty are receiving 2026 BioMedSA Innovation Awards. Robert A. Clark, MD, is recognized for research innovation, and Donald H. Jenkins, MD, for clinical care advances transforming trauma medicine.

Read more: https://t.co/pxRJx9W1hq

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Could magnetic brain stimulation help veterans with combat-related PTSD find relief? In a study led by Peter Fox, MD, 85% of participants who received stimulation and therapy experienced symptom relief.

Hear Fox discuss the findings with @TPRNews: https://t.co/MgfCWtfqUQ

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Today is Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a reminder of the importance of research into invasive lobular breast cancer.

The @mayscancer annual guest lectureship featuring Rebecca B. Riggins, PhD, is sponsored by the @LobularBCA and honors the late Deborah L. Mueller, MD.

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The Charles E. Cheever Jr. Center for Medical Humanities and Ethics is shaping the next generation of health care professionals. The Center celebrated its mission at An Evening of Discovery, Connection and Impact. Learn more: https://t.co/6epg4VW0Zh

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Long School of Medicine faculty joined researchers and neuroscience experts from around the world for Neurepiomics 2026, a gathering hosted by the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases: https://t.co/MpKt2FJtAI

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The Department of Family & Community Medicine hosted Primary Care Week, bringing together students, residents, faculty, and staff to celebrate the providers who keep our community healthy: https://t.co/8AIiZTtC9v

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The University of Texas at San Antonio mourns the passing of Joe R. Long, whose extraordinary generosity, together with his wife, Teresa Lozano Long, expanded opportunities for students and strengthened health professions education across Texas. https://t.co/fE5fUwdAiA

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Helping teens build skills for emotional well-being starts with open conversations.

UT Teen Health invites students ages 11–14 to a free mental health workshop Monday, Oct. 12, from 8 a.m.–noon.

Tap the link to learn more: https://t.co/3RApg28VSa

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Experts estimate that only 30 percent of people in Texas who need mental health care are receiving treatment.

@TPRNews reports this is expected to get worse in the next decade. A @UTHealthSA psychologist developed a program to train more people to help: https://t.co/eOtaOTXJR0

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One year after the integration of @UTSA and @UTHealthSA, the impact of bringing two leading institutions together is taking shape.

UT San Antonio President Taylor Eighmy, PhD, reflects on what’s ahead. Read the story from the @SAReport: https://t.co/LLk1g9wXeS

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Participants and presenters concluded the 2nd Annual Advances in Human Health through Spatial Omics and AI 2026.

The final day featured a VR workshop and keynote honoring late @UTHealthSA President William L. Henrich. His wife, Mary, joined attendees for the keynote.

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The 2nd Annual Advances in Human Health through Spatial Omics and AI (AHHSA) 2026 kicked off with symposium speakers and a welcome message from UT San Antonio President Taylor Eighmy, PhD.

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Last chance to register! The 4th Annual Updates in Hospital Medicine Conference is Oct. 9–11. Join UT San Antonio's Division of Hospital Medicine for the latest in inpatient care, physician wellness and hands-on procedural skills.

Register today: https://t.co/RoiRdFRTXT