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We are the #LongSchoolofMedicine at @uthealthsa, a community of healers, researchers & change-makers. We #makelivesbetter through residencies & fellowships.

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Long School of Medicine @TheLongSOM 3d

Register now for the 3rd Annual South Texas Updates in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, February 27-28, 2027. Two days of practical updates, hands-on training, exhibitors and a prize raffle. @UTHealthGastro

Learn more and register: bit.ly/4aNn9PG

Promotional poster for the "2nd Annual South Texas Updates in Gastroenterology and Hepatology" event. It will be held from February 28 to March 1, 2026, at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Landmark. The poster includes a graphic of a digestive system and is associated with UT Health San Antonio, Long School of Medicine.

Long School of Medicine @TheLongSOM 4d

Obesity is more than a number on a scale. It's a complex chronic disease with key connections to Type 2 diabetes.

This Diabetes Awareness Month, learn how UT San Antonio experts are redefining obesity care.

Read more in Future magazine: bit.ly/4z4DM3p

Medical professional wearing blue gloves uses a lancet device to take a blood sample from a person's fingertip.

Long School of Medicine @TheLongSOM 5d

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Carolyn Ann Bellue Holly Annual Student Essay Contest:

1st Place: Matthew Myers
2nd Place: Leslie Omeire
3rd Place: Chloe Chui
4th Place: Cristian Castaneda

Learn more about this year’s essay contest: bit.ly/4fdR1HQ

1st Place: Matthew Myers (top left)
2nd Place: Leslie Omeire (top right)
3rd Place: Chloe Chui (bottom left)
4th Place: Cristian Castaneda (bottom right)

Long School of Medicine @TheLongSOM Nov 2

A new study led by scientists at @UTHealthSA found that endometrial cancer is on the rise, especially in South Texas. Read the full story to learn more about the risk factors, symptoms and treatment options: bit.ly/4zjMI5X

Long School of Medicine @TheLongSOM Oct 29

Campus and community resources came together to help students recharge and focus on their well-being during the annual ReDiscover Wellness Fair.

Students enjoyed free massages, stretching, smoothies and art activities, along with a pull-up challenge hosted by Gold's Gym.

Three people stand behind a table with University of Texas System Police branding. The table displays a pumpkin bucket, pamphlets, and various items. A framed portrait of George W. Bush is on the wall in the background.

A person is receiving a seated chair massage, leaning forward with eyes closed. Another person is performing the massage, pressing on the recipient’s shoulders. There is a warmly lit interior space in the background, with two others visible.

A person wearing a "Stretch Zone" shirt is assisting another individual who is lying on a treatment table. The assistant appears to be helping with stretching exercises, as they support the other's leg. The setting is indoors, with chairs and a blurred background.