Welcome Message from the Dean of the School of Health Professions
Welcome to the UTMB School of Health Professions (SHP) in Galveston, TX!
For more than 50 years, SHP has dedicated its efforts to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals who will provide world-class patient care and cutting-edge research. We offer dynamic, high-quality programs across a range of disciplines, including Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Nutrition Sciences and Health Behavior, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Respiratory Therapy. These programs integrate rigorous academic coursework with hands-on clinical training, ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to excel in their chosen careers.
With a strong emphasis on interprofessional collaboration, research, and patient-centered care, our students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the evolving challenges of the healthcare field. Our faculty members are dedicated educators, mentors, and leaders in their respective disciplines, committed to student success and professional growth. UTMB offers state-of-the-art facilities, research opportunities, and partnerships with leading healthcare institutions, fostering an environment where students can thrive.
I encourage you to explore all that the School of Health Professions has to offer. Whether you are a prospective or current student, faculty or staff member, or graduate, we are excited that you are here. Please take a moment to browse our website and learn more about the many opportunities to connect with the SHP.
We look forward to being a part of your journey in health professions education!
Melinda Sheffield-Moore, PhD
Senior Vice President and Dean
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Dean ad interim, School of Health Professions
Lawrence E. Ethridge, Jr. Distinguished Professor
Department of Internal Medicine
SHP Mission, Vision, Values and Philosophy
The mission of the School of Health Professions is to provide excellent and innovative education integrated with high impact research and quality clinical experiences producing healthcare professionals that advance the future of healthcare.
The School of Health Professions envisions a multi – disciplinary school engaged in diverse, collaborative and innovative solutions that produces future healthcare professionals and clinicians who provide world class patient care and cutting-edge
research.
All constituents of the School of Health Professions practice the values endorsed by UTMB:
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- We always act with .
- We show to everyone we meet.
- We embrace to best serve a global community.
- We promote excellence and innovation through .
Health profession's education should focus on student competency and compassion for the clients they serve.
Research and innovation is the hallmark of a great institution. We are always looking for new ways to make things better.
Service to the community is an attitude that characterizes professional people. Professionals always put the needs of others before their own. The campus community is part of a larger community, with whom we must partner if we are to be effective. Our
educational programs emphasize community-based learning and practice.
Evidence-based patient care is critical for providing clients with the best healthcare outcomes for a better quality of life.