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The hard work, the long hours, the unwavering commitment — it never goes unnoticed. 💙 Happy #ThankAResidentDay to the incredible residents who pour their hearts into everything they do! We are endlessly grateful for each and every one of you. 📸: UTSW Resident Programs

How do viruses thrive despite “poor” genetic coding? Researchers at UTSW found that specialized RNA structures help viruses bypass cellular quality controls and efficiently produce proteins. Continue reading... bit.ly/4bWp4Uh

Considering the School of Public Health at UTSW? Connor Russell, a second-year Ph.D. student, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about @utswosph — from academics to student experience. Have a question we should cover next? Drop them below ⬇️

One month until Match Day 💙💫 Cheering on our students every step of the way.

The 64th Annual UT Southwestern Medical Student Research Forum celebrated student-led research and innovation! Four oral presenters. Eight outstanding poster winners. Congratulations to all of the presenters for their outstanding contributions to medical research! 👏💙

Put the power of data in your future with the #UTSW MSHI program! Designed for working professionals ready to lead at the intersection of health care + technology. Applications are now open for Fall 2026. Learn more at bit.ly/45trAgS

#TBT to a milestone worth revisiting 🎓 Last month, 128 #UTSW School of Health Professions graduates celebrated commencement and stepped into careers dedicated to caring for others. More: bit.ly/4pPxPmQ

Congrats to Nikhil Gadiraju, a 2nd-year Med School student and recipient of the MLK Jr. Scholarship for Excellence in Community Service! Finalists Mandy Eckhardt and Tasia Bos, both 5th-year @UTSWGradSchool students, were also honored for their leadership and community impact.

Join the forefront of health care innovation with UT Southwestern's Master of Science in Health Informatics. Info session: Jan 27 | 12 p.m. CST Register: bit.ly/49UyHQG Perfect for working professionals in DFW & beyond!

Happy Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day! Thank you for supporting 274 programs, nearly 4,000 CME credits, 800+ nursing education events, and 52,000+ learners. Your commitment to lifelong learning strengthens patient care.

From shaping surgical education to mentoring generations of physicians, William W. Turner Jr., M.D., leaves a lasting legacy. Dr. Turner has been named Professor Emeritus of Surgery—an honor held by only two others in the Department of Surgery. Learn more bit.ly/45rpaPC

🎧 UTSW on the mic! Viraj Shah, M.D., PGY-4 ENT resident, was featured on BackTable ENT with Quynh-Chi Dang, M.D. (PGY-1, UC Davis), sharing tips for succeeding on away rotations - from OR readiness to networking and strong LORs. youtube.com/watch?v=j1StSn…

Looking back at an inspiring visit to this year’s APHA conference. #ThrowbackThursday

Benjamin Popokh, a fourth-year medical student @UTSWMedCenter, shares how he fell in love with rural family medicine during a rotation in Mineral Wells, Texas. Hear more from Benjamin in “Doctor with a Capital D,” episode 3.6 of the Not Otherwise Specified podcast, hosted by NEJM National Correspondent Dr. Lisa Rosenbaum: nej.md/4og9ght Listen to past episodes and subscribe to the podcast: nej.md/NOS

The need for allied health professionals is rising nationwide, and 128 new #UTSW graduates are stepping up. On Dec. 13, we’ll celebrate the SHP #ClassOf2025 as they begin careers in PT, PA, clinical nutrition, prosthetics-orthotics, research, and more. bit.ly/4pPxPmQ

Excellence in medical education starts with exceptional educators. Salahuddin "Dino" Kazi, M.D, has been awarded the Parker J. Palmer Courage to Teach Award by @acgme – one of just 10 program directors nationally to receive this honor. 🏆 bit.ly/4hYssPz

Breakthrough research starts with the next generation of scientists. Eight @UTSWGradSchool students earned recognition from the @NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program—one of the nation’s most competitive academic honors. Learn more: bit.ly/4ok5Jj3

It’s Genetic Counselors Appreciation Day! 💙 Yasmine, a second-year GC student, answers your questions and shares what she loves most about the field. Thank you to all the amazing genetic counselors making a difference! 👏🧬 Learn more: bit.ly/4nOcwk6.

Innovation meets leadership with Wendy Chapman, Ph.D., and Trish Perl, M.D., joining as associate deans to advance data-driven care, faculty development, and excellence across disciplines. Learn how they aim to enhance educational impact. bit.ly/46ExYCP

We welcome our Honorary Captain of the Match presented by @UTSWMedCenter, Jia Yao! Jai is a Ph.D. candidate in Computational Biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center where he develops advanced machine learning models to solve real-world challenges in science and medicine. When he’s not in the lab building AI systems, you can find Jai at the stadium cheering for FC Dallas!