Fort Worth M.D. school seats inaugural class

July 30, 2019 | North East Times

Sixty students made history when they arrived this summer at the TCU and UNTHSC School of Medicine, the nation’s newest M.D. school.

Adding to the academic offerings of both universities, this collaborative new medical school represents an expansion of health … Read More

Urban studies experts creating ‘vision for growth’ for Fort Worth’s medical district

July 26, 2019 | North East Times

Urban studies researchers at the University of Texas at Arlington are constructing a strategic development plan for Fort Worth’s Medical Innovation District.

Shima Hamidi, director of UTA’s Center for Transportation Equity, Decisions and Dollars, or CTEDD, is leading the project … Read More

Fort Worth: MedStar poised to treat heat-related illnesses during upcoming temperature spike

June 8, 2019 | North East Times

In May, MedStar crews treated 25 patients with heat-related conditions, and 12 of those patients were transported to area hospitals.

With the season’s highest temperatures of the year arriving this week, it’s a good time to remember that prolonged or … Read More

IES PE Teacher Heads To Capitol Hill To Advocate For Health & Physical Education

March 6, 2019 | North East Times

In an effort to educate new members of Congress about the importance of a well-rounded education within the bi-partisan Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Physical Educator Jason Leach from Independence Elementary School is headed to Capitol Hill to advocate for professional … Read More