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The University of Houston has launched a new program—dubbed UH Health—combining a variety of fields for medical research and education, officials announced in a July 15 news release.
Breaking it down
UH Health will offer research opportunities and clinical training combining several areas of study, including:
In their own words
Dr. Jonathan McCullers, vice president for health affairs at UH and dean of the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine, said UH Health is designed to better suit the needs of the medical field and prepare students for their future careers.
“Healthcare is no longer delivered in isolation, and complex health challenges require coordinated solutions,” McCullers said. “UH Health allows us to work across disciplines to tackle health challenges, advance research and improve outcomes for patients and our community.”
Another detail
UH Health will also provide medical care to the university’s nearby communities, per the release. This includes home visits through the Household-Centered Care program, screenings and resources through the 3rd Ward Place of Wellness and vision care through the College of Optometry.
UH Health will also be providing services to local hospitals in the Rio Grande Valley.
