Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Amarillo

10/27/2025

October is Awareness Month. One in seven women will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Give yourself a breast exam twice a month and speak with your doctor about when to schedule a mammogram. Early detection makes a difference.

10/25/2025

Texas Tech Physicians OB+GYN is proud to welcome Shaun Wesley, M.D., back to the Panhandle!

Dr. Wesley is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with specialized training in maternal-fetal medicine. He provides advanced, high-risk pregnancy care and expert support for mothers and babies facing complex medical or obstetric conditions.

Dr. Wesley recently stopped by Studio 4 to share more about his return and how his work in maternal-fetal medicine will benefit families across the Panhandle.

His return to the Panhandle means families across our region can access advanced care for complicated pregnancies without having to travel out of town. From specialized ultrasounds to expert management of complex conditions, Dr. Wesley’s presence strengthens local access to the care mothers and babies deserve.

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Dr. Shaun Wesley is one of the newest doctors to join the Texas Tech Physicians’ team. He is a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist and is all set to make a big sp…

10/24/2025

With the changing nature of health care and the advancement of technology, the field of is evolving, leading to a wide variety of career opportunities for those with Pharm.D. degrees. The TTUHSC-Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy program transforms career paths and sets students up for success.

10/23/2025

was honored to support this year's Valerie Kiper Memorial ALS Golf Tournament, celebrating the life and legacy of Valerie Kiper, DNP, whose leadership and compassion shaped nursing education and health care in Amarillo and beyond.

As a longtime faculty member and advocate, Dr. Kiper devoted her career to advancing nursing education, mentoring future health care professionals, and improving care for patients and families across the Panhandle.

The tournament benefits Team Gleason and increases awareness and support for those affected by ALS in the region. Team Gleason works to empower people living with ALS through access to assistive technology, innovative equipment and life-enhancing experiences—carrying forward the same compassion and advocacy that defined Dr. Kiper’s life and work.

10/23/2025

✨Let's go girls!✨

The Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health invites girls in fifth through eighth grades and their female guardians to Girl Power on Nov. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Amarillo Civic Center. This special event will feature Amy Stark, M.D., the regional chair of psychiatry at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, as this year's keynote speaker. Dr. Stark will share an inspiring and empowering message designed to foster confidence, resilience and connection for young girls and the women in their lives.
Entry is $5 per person. Attendees will get dinner, photos, door prizes, a T-shirt and more. Check-in is at 5:30 p.m. For additional questions about the event, please contact the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health at (806) 414-9904 or visit www.laurabushinstitute.org.

10/22/2025

The Medication Cleanout event in Amarillo is 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗔𝗬 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the TTUHSC-Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy campus at 1300 S. Coulter Street! Drop off unwanted medicines to dispose of them in a free, legal and environmentally responsible manner. 💊

10/21/2025

The fall 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁 in Amarillo is Saturday (Oct. 25) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the TTUHSC-Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy campus located at 1300 S. Coulter Street! Ronica Farrar, an educator for the Texas Panhandle Poison Center, stopped by Studio 4 to share details.

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Is your medicine cabinet full of expired or unused medications? Disposing of those expired meds is a crucial part of making sure the drugs don’t end up harming s…

10/21/2025

Did you know getting the flu shot during pregnancy is a safe and effective way to protect both you and your baby from serious illness? The vaccine helps prevent complications, supports a healthy pregnancy and even provides your newborn with early protection after birth.

Flu shots are available at the Amarillo Pharmaceutical Care Center (APCC), located inside Texas Tech Physicians.

We offer:
⚫ Regular trivalent flu (Fluzone) for those 7 and older
⚫ Egg-free flu (Flublok) for those 18 and older with egg or certain other allergies
⚫ High-dose flu (Fluzone HD) for those 65 and older

Stop by for your immunization Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 5 p.m. APCC provides all vaccines and injections, excluding Provera.

10/21/2025

Angela Knapp Eggers, senior director of the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health, stopped by KAMR Local 4 News to talk about how the organization is working to raise awareness among health care providers in the area and promote action through its annual Human S*x Trafficking Symposium on Friday (Oct. 24). Visit the link to learn more about registration.

Angela Knapp Eggers, Senior Director with the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health, joined Today in Amarillo on Friday morning to discuss their They Are Not For Sale: Human S*x Traffick…

10/20/2025

joined with Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine last week for the annual Celebration of Generosity. This event honors the incredible generosity that makes our health care community in Amarillo possible! We’re grateful for the donors who support our mission of research, education, scholarship, patient care and community impact across the Panhandle.

10/20/2025

National is Oct. 19-25! The TTUHSC-Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy expands on the pharmacist’s role in health care. Nationally recognized as one of the most comprehensive pharmacy programs, graduates leave with extensive interprofessional experience, expertise and clinical practice.

10/18/2025

The 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁 event in Amarillo is next Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the TTUHSC-Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy campus located at 1300 S. Coulter Street! Drive through to drop off unwanted medicines and sharps to dispose of them in a free, legal and environmentally responsible manner. 💊💉