Community Medical School is back...and this month the focus is on sports medicine - KCBD.com

It's time again for community medical school, tomorrow, November 19th.

...

"Things like U-I-L rules with concussions, and there's lots of changes that we see almost on a daily basis that sports medicine is certainly on the cutting edge. It's one of the fastest growing career options in the U.S., so if you've got students that are in high-school, or even under-grad, and are considering that as a career choice, we have lots of students that are former college athletes, that want to stay involved with sports," says Dr. Toby Brooks, and associate professor of sports medicine at Texas Tech University Health Science Center.

Read the full story >>

Related Stories

Celebrating Veterans: TTUHSC’s General Martin Clay’s Legacy of Service and Leadership

From his initial enlistment in the Army National Guard 36 years ago to his leadership in military and civilian health care management roles, Major General Martin Clay’s career has been shaped by adaptability, mission focus and service to others.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Nursing Named Best Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in Texas

The TTUHSC School of Nursing Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has been ranked the No. 1 accelerated nursing program in Texas by RegisteredNursing.org.

TTUHSC Names New Regional Dean for the School of Nursing

Louise Rice, DNP, RN, has been named regional dean of the TTUHSC School of Nursing on the Amarillo campus.

Recent Stories

Campus Life

TTUHSC University Awards Ceremony Honors Recipients

On February 19, TTUHSC honored recipients at the University Awards, which held a significant change in 2026 by combining the annual recognition ceremonies for the first time.

Research

National Academy of Inventors Names TTUHSC Faculty Senior Members

The National Academy of Inventors (NAI) has designated two current and one former TTUHSC faculty researchers as Senior Members.

Health

The John Wayne Cancer Foundation Surgical Oncology Fellowship Program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Announced

TTUHSC is collaborating with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation and has established the Big Cure Endowment, which supports the university’s efforts to reduce cancer incidence and increase survivability of people in rural and underserved areas.