Texas Border Business
McALLEN, Texas – A major investment in the future of health care in the Rio Grande Valley will take shape Thursday, April 23, as the University of Houston and DHR Health Hospital System break ground on a new medical research and education center designed to strengthen the region’s health care workforce, expand access to care and advance community-focused medical training.
“Our mission has always been to elevate the quality of health care and medical education in the Rio Grande Valley,” said Susan Turley, president of DHR Health. “Partnering with the University of Houston allows us to accelerate that mission and bring new resources, research collaborations and training opportunities to the region. Together, we are investing in a healthier future for South Texas.”
Supported by a $15 million state appropriation, the center will serve as a hub for advancing medical research, expanding health education programs and improving access to care in one of Texas’ most medically underserved regions.
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