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Impactful Leadership
Four outstanding leaders from Texas Tech Health El Paso were recently recognized by Progress321 and El Paso Matters for their impactful contributions to health care in our Borderplex region.
TT HealthWatch Podcast
This week's topics include implications of protein S, endothelial cell genetic assessment and lipid lowering, cardiac rehab on an app, and vitamin D and respiratory infectious disease.
New Providers at Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso-2025
A monthly list of providers hired at Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso in 2025.
Enlace Leadership Program
Andrea Ramirez Selected for Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Enlace Mid-Level Leadership Program
Nusenda Sun City Smiles Day
Cheers, high fives and bright smiles kicked off Nusenda Sun City Smiles Day on April 10, 2025, as Texas Tech Health El Paso dental students formed a spirited tunnel to welcome local children with enthusiasm and encouragement.
More on Measles
With the report of measles in our Borderplex, there are plenty of questions from families in our community on how to prevent it from getting into their household.
Health Care Expansion
Limited access to health care forces many Borderplex residents to depend on home remedies and neighbors' advice for managing their chronic diseases.
Economic Boost
Texas Tech Health El Paso’s annual economic impact on our community has grown to $864.2 million, according to new Texas Tech University Rawls College of Business report.
World-Class Faculty
Two Texas Tech Health El Paso faculty members were awarded the 2025 Chancellor’s Council Distinguished Teaching & Research Awards on Thursday, March 20. The awards are the highest faculty honor of the Texas Tech University System (TTU System).
Follow Your Dreams
Born and raised in an underserved community, Hunt School of Nursing student Danielle Purintun witnessed the challenges residents have accessing quality health care. She saw many health issues that could’ve been alleviated through simple interventions and accessible screenings.
Passing The Torch
Born and raised in Laredo, Texas, William G. Hovel, III, D.D.S., grew up learning Spanish, and as a dentist, used it to better communicate with bilingual and monolingual Hispanic patients. Today, he is passing on his knowledge to those entering the dentistry field.
TT HealthWatch Podcast
This week's topics include implications of protein S, endothelial cell genetic assessment and lipid lowering, cardiac rehab on an app, and vitamin D and respiratory infectious disease.
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