Events
2026 Global Health Conference
Save the date for the 2026 Global Health Conference, presented by Global Health and Societies.
Anesthesia For Texas Hygienists Cohort 8
Course participants will gain an introduction to evidence-supported knowledge concerning the pharmacology of local anesthetics, including discussions on potency, onset, and duration of action. The course will also cover factors relevant to selecting local anesthetics for perioperative pain management, along with precautions to be mindful of when utilizing these agents.
Contact cpeinfo@ttuhsc.edu for more details.
Faculty Essentials Live
“CCTS Programs: Research Opportunities for Texas Tech Health El Paso,” presented by Alondra Arias, B.S.
Presented on Webex.
2026 Pediatric Grand Rounds
“Neonatal Sepsis,” presented by Hugo K. Kato, M.D.
Location: Academic Education Center– Room 201 Auditorium B, 4800 Alberta Ave., El Paso, TX 79905
Also presented on Webex. Register here.
Global Perspectives Film Series
The Office of Global Health and Societies presents “The Waiting Room” as part of its Global Perspectives Film Series. Go behind the doors of an American public hospital struggling to care for a community of largely uninsured patients. Running time: 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Faculty Essentials Live
“Participatory Research Methods and Community Engagement,” presented by Jennifer Molokwu, M.D., M.P.H.
Faculty Essentials Live
“The Blueprint for Better Simulation: Writing Effective Learning Objectives,” presented by Scott Crawford, M.D., FACEP, CHSOS and Stormy Monks, Ph.D., M.P.H., CHES.
Presented on Webex.
Surgery Grand Rounds
“Caring or the Caregiver: Self Care and Care of Colleagues in Challenging Situations,” presented by Kristine M. Glass, M.D.
Photo Day - March 31
Faculty and staff photos will be taken in MEB 1110. Appointments are required — no walk-ins. Spots are available between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reserve your spot by emailing photographer Tommie Morelos at tommie.morelos@ttuhsc.edu.
UTEP and Texas Tech Health El Paso Impact Collective
Faculty are invited to participate in the UTEP and Texas Tech Health El Paso Impact Collective, a program that brings faculty together through place-based learning.
The April 1 event will include a guided tour of the Socorro Mission and San Elizario Presidio Chapel, followed by lunch and conversations designed to spark new collaborations.
Spring 2026 Residents’ Forum
The House Staff Association presents the Spring 2026 Residents’ Forum, an exclusive space for residents and fellows. Both in-person attendance and Webex are available. Lunch will be provided.
2026 Days of Service
Mark your calendars and get ready to volunteer for Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Days of Service, April 21-24, 2026. Days of Service is a great opportunity for our campus to demonstrate our values of community service and teamwork!
Save The Date: Research Symposium
The Office of Research invites the Texas Tech Health El Paso community to the 2026 Research Symposium, where faculty and students come together to showcase their innovative research.
Photo Day - April 29
Faculty and Staff Photo Day - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Faculty and staff photos will be taken in MEB 1110
Appointments are required — no walk-ins.
Spots are available between 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.
Reserve your spot by emailing photographer Tommie Morelos at tommie.morelos@ttuhsc.edu.
Photo Day - May 27
Faculty and Staff Photo Day - Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Faculty and staff photos will be taken in MEB 1110.
Appointments are required — no walk-ins.
Spots are available between 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Reserve your spot by e-mailing Tommie Morelos at tommie.morelos@ttuhsc.edu.
Faculty Essentials Live
“Advancing Clinical Practice Through Quality Improvement in Dentistry,” presented by Terese A. Andino, D.D.S., M.B.A.
8th Annual 20/20 Borderland Vision Symposium
The Department of Surgery at Texas Tech Health El Paso invites the health care community to attend the 8th Annual 20/20 Borderland Vision Symposium.
Psychiatry Grand Rounds
"Psychosis and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)," presented by Robert Hudak, M.D.
Faculty Essentials Live
“Why Psychological Safety Matters in Health Care Simulation-Based Education,” presented by Jose Humberto Enriquez, M.S.N., APRN, ACNP-BC.
2026 Pediatric Ground Rounds
“Autism ‘What We Know’ A Practical Guide For Clinician,” presented by Mario Fierro, M.D.
Presented on WebEx. Register Here.
Surgery Grand Rounds
“Teamwork in High-Stress Environments,” presented by Ira Swinney, M.D.
Surgery Grand Rounds
“Teamwork in High Stress Environments,” presented by Ira Swinney, M.D.
Photo Day - Feb. 25
Faculty and staff photos will be taken in MEB 1110. Appointments are required — no walk-ins. Spots are available between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Reserve your spot by emailing photographer Tommie Morelos at tommie.morelos@ttuhsc.edu.
16th Annual Service Learning Symposium
Join us this year to share about any group or individual service and volunteering you have done locally or in other communities throughout the state, country, and the world. We want to hear your states and lessons learned in oral presentations and poster presentations.
Inaugural Faculty Development Conference
The Office of Faculty Development announces its Inaugural Faculty Development Conference, themed “Strategies for Faculty Success in the Health Sciences.”
Faculty Essentials Live
“Optimizing Workflow in Health Care: Time Management and Communication Skills,” presented by Claudia Didia, M.D.
Location: Medical Education Building (MEB) 1120
130 Rick Francis St.
El Paso, TX 79905
Global Perspectives Lecture Series
The Office of Global Health and Societies invites the community to attend “Challenging The Myth: Global Neonatal Mortality Reduction Without High Tech,” a lecture presented by Sadhana Chheda, M.D., FAAP.
Lunch and Learn: Opportunity Center for the Homeless
The offices of Student Engagement and Outreach and Community Engagement invite the campus community to learn more about service and volunteer opportunities at the Opportunity Center. Food will be provided to the first 40 participants — first come, first served.
Pediatric Environmental Health Grand Rounds
“Growing up on Farms: The Hidden Hazards of Child Farm WorkGrowing up on Farms: The Hidden Hazards of Child Farm Work," presented by Dalia Nessim, M.D., M.P.H., Dipl. ABLM, FACOEM.
Surgery/Trauma Grand Rounds
“Penetrating Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): An Update and Review of the Guidelines,” presented by Kristopher G. Hooten, M.D.
Pediatric Grand Rounds
"Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Exercise-Induced Respiratory Symptoms," presented by John Robertson, M.D.
Heart-to-Heart with Dr. Richard Lange
Presented by Interprofessional Education (IPE), Community Health Outreach and Education (CHOE). An informative discussion on prevention, everyday habits and heart-healthy living.
Call For Abstracts: Global Health Conference
Abstract submissions are due by Monday, Feb. 16, 2026.
Global Perspectives Film Series
Global Health and Societies invites the campus community to watch the documentary film, “River.”
2026 Pediatric Grand Rounds
“Prenatal and Postnatal Urinary Tract Dilation (UTD),” presented by German Lozano, M.D.
Location: Academic Education Center - Auditorium B
4800 Alberta Ave, El Paso, TX 79905
Also presented by Webex. Register here.
WIMS Professional Development Conference
Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Women in Medicine and Science organization invites the community to attend its 10th annual Professional Development Conference, with a theme of Voice, Vision, Impact: Strengthening Strategic Communication and Personal Branding in Academia.
Faculty and Staff Photo Day
Faculty and staff photos will be taken on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in MEB 1110. Spots are available between 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day
CE activity directors, faculty, coordinators and planners are invited to a celebration of our institution’s certification of Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
IFDP XXIV: Faculty Essentials Live
“Navigating iRIS: A Guide to the Creation and Submission Process Reliability in the Health Sciences," presented by Myrna Arvizo, CIP, CHRC.
Surgery/Trauma Grand Rounds
“Nontransplant Liver-Directed Therapies for Hepatocellular Carcinoma,” presented by Trevor S. Silva, M.D.
Pediatric Grand Rounds
“Food Disorders in Children,” presented by Marcella Woiczik, M.D.
Internal Medicine Grand Rounds
“Chronic Nausea and Vomiting: Sorting Gastroparesis from Its Mimics,” presented by Mohammad Bashashati, M.D.
Pediatric Environmental Health Grand Rounds
“Hidden Hazards: Contaminations in Imported Candy and Everyday Products Protecting Pediatric Health,” presented by Beatriz Tapia, M.D., Ed.D., M.P.H.
Surgery/Trauma Grand Rounds
“Electrified — Electrical and Lightning Injuries,” presented by Radosveta N. Wells. M.D.