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Shark Tank with Embryos

A sister-brother team, Cara and Steve Wessels, gained attention by winning a national competition similar to Shark Tank with a new company that could change the livestock industry.

The 99 Club: Texas Tech Physicians Ranking High

This year 22 Texas Tech Physicians' providers were recognized as members of the "99 Club." To earn this status, providers must be ranked at the 99th percentile for a full year of seeing patients.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Honors Graduates at Commencement Ceremonies

More than 1,000 Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) graduates received degrees in various health disciplines from the Schools of Nursing, Health Professions and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

School of Medicine Honors Faculty For Outstanding Contributions

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine honored faculty members at the annual Dean's Faculty Appreciation ceremony on May 11. The Dean's Awards were created to honor outstanding and dedicated support in medical education, research, patient care and administration.

Amarillo Campus Supports Red Nose Day

Employees representing multiple TTUHSC-Amarillo departments donned glittery red noses May 25 to help kids in need in support of Red Nose Day, a national initiative by Walgreens to combat child poverty.

Awards Ceremony Opens School of Pharmacy Graduation Weekend

The TTUHSC School of Pharmacy celebrated the Class of 2018 with its annual graduation awards banquet and graduation ceremony May 19 at the Amarillo Civic Center.

TTUHSC Pediatrician Receives TMA's Highest Honor

For decades of child health care Varma has provided, while also shaping medical students into future physicians, the Texas Medical Association (TMA) honored him with its 2018 TMA Distinguished Service Award

Operation Military Commencement Surprise

Perkins spotted her father as he walked across the arena up the red carpet. The commencement audience with other graduate family and friends gave him a well-deserved applause as he ran up to the stage to give his daughter a huge hug.

9 Ways to Make the Most Out of TTUHSC Graduation

May is graduation month at TTUHSC. This is a time to celebrate students' accomplishments and reflect on the growth, knowledge and experience students gain while at TTUHSC. As you get ready for graduation, we want to help your day be as memorable as possible! Follow these tips to make the most out of your graduation day:

Pharmacy Student Leads Local Relay for Life

A group of first- and second-year pharmacy students in Amarillo took their support of the Relay for Life to a new level this year.

TPPC Wraps Up Spring Medication Cleanout Cycle

The Texas Panhandle Poison Center (TPPC) completed its spring Medication Cleanout cycle April 28 at the TTUHSC Lubbock campus.

Former First Lady Speaks at 2018 Power of the Purse

Former first lady Laura W. Bush was the featured speaker at the 2018 Power of the Purse luncheon April 11 at the Amarillo Civic Center’s Heritage Room.

Technology Helps Parkinson's Disease Patient Regain Independence

At age 30, Errin Luton was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease. Ten years into his disease, he could not have imagined that the flip of a switch would help control his tremors

Helping Heal a Community

The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Health Professions Stroke and Aphasia Recovery (StAR) Program celebrated 20 years with an awards luncheon May 1st.

Could You Have Skin Cancer?

Texas Tech Physicians - Dermatology will host a free skin cancer screening.

Providing Health Care for Central Lubbock

Community members in central Lubbock now have access to health care and prenatal programs at one location. The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing hosted an open house for the Combest Central Community Health Center April 25.

Lubbock City Lights Continues Tradition

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine first-year students hosted the 21st Annual Lubbock City Lights Charity Gala & Casino Night April 27. The event raised more than $61,000.

Many treatments available to address infertility

Deciding to start a family is an exciting milestone for most couples. For many, becoming pregnant happens easily. However, one in seven couples requires medical treatment to achieve pregnancy, which includes 6.7 million women in the United States.

Amarillo Pharmacy Students Raise Money for The Bridge

Leaders from pharmacy student organizations in Amarillo on April 24 presented a check for $1,833.87 to The Bridge, a children’s advocacy organization.

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