Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine (TTUHSC SOM) is a public medical institution located primarily in Lubbock, Texas. Founded in 1969, TTUHSC SOM has since expanded to include campuses in Amarillo and Odessa, accommodating students in their 3rd and 4th years of the medical program.
History[edit | edit source]
Initially established as the Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 1969, the institution operated under this name until 1979. It subsequently became one of the two medical schools encompassed within the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
Academic Programs[edit | edit source]
TTUHSC SOM provides the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program, integrating a comprehensive academic curriculum with in-depth clinical training. The school endeavors to produce highly skilled and compassionate physicians ready to serve diverse communities.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The Lubbock main campus houses state-of-the-art educational and research facilities. Campuses in Amarillo and Odessa are designed to offer advanced clinical training to students in the latter half of their medical education, ensuring they gain broad exposure to diverse medical scenarios.
Community Engagement[edit | edit source]
TTUHSC SOM is deeply committed to community service, ensuring that students not only excel in their academic pursuits but are also ingrained with a sense of duty to their communities.
Rankings[edit | edit source]
The school is noted for its contributions to medical education and its drive to address healthcare disparities in Texas and beyond.
Research[edit | edit source]
While TTUHSC SOM's primary emphasis lies in clinical training, the institution is also active in medical research, promoting initiatives that aim to enhance healthcare delivery, especially in underserved regions.
Also see[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. TTUHSC School of Medicine.
External Links[edit | edit source]
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