UT Health RGV

09/15/2025

🧡 September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month

At UT Health RGV, Dr. Everardo Cobos, Dr. Diane Nguyen, and Dr. Terence Herman provide expert, compassionate care for blood cancers and blood disorders such as leukemia, lymphoma, and anemia.

Find personalized treatment at the new UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center in McAllen and at UT Health RGV Cancer Care in Harlingen.

📞 956-296-HOPE (4673)
🔗 https://uthealthrgv.org/services/cancer-care/index.htm

08/31/2025

In observance of Labor Day, our Clinical Sites will be closed Monday, September 1st and resume regular operations on Tuesday, September 2nd.

08/20/2025

What if your doctor’s visit included a consultation to address other factors impacting your health?

🧠 Nearly 89% of behavioral health care in the U.S. happens in primary care, where many people first seek help for things like:

• Stress-linked physical symptoms (sleep issues, chronic pain, headaches)

• Life transitions (caregiving, family separation, grief)

• Health promotion (goal setting for exercise and diet, habit change)

• Self-management of chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension)

• Behavioral health and substance use concerns

At UT Health RGV Primary Care in Edinburg, Dr. Deepu George is one of three Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) who work alongside your primary care team to provide more connected, whole-person care, all in one place. 🧡

📞 Call 1-833-887-4863 to make an appointment with your primary care doctor and visit with one of our BHCs. BHCs only see patients who are established with a UT Health RGV primary care provider.

👉 Learn more about Dr. George at uthealthrgv.org/providers/deepu-george

08/19/2025

👏 👏 We're thankful to Dr. Brandon Cantazaro, Chief Medical Officer; Christylee Jara, Oncology Nurse Manager; and Kristina Moran, Physician Liaison.

They proudly represented UT Health RGV at the Easterseals RGV 47th Annual Telethon this past weekend!

Funds raised support early intervention, child care, family services, and rehabilitation programs that empower children with disabilities and their families across the Valley. 🧡

08/04/2025

A new chapter in Valley healthcare begins today, the UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center is officially open! 🎉

Located in McAllen, this first-of-its-kind outpatient facility delivers compassionate, world-class care, all under one roof.

✅ Now Open:
🧡 Comprehensive Cancer Care
🏃‍♂️ Orthopedic & Sports Medicine
💪 Outpatient Rehabilitation

🏥 Coming Soon:
🩺 Outpatient Surgery
🔬 Diagnostic Imaging

Together, we’re building the future of health care in South Texas. 🧡

🔗 https://uthealthrgv.org/locations/uthealthrgv-cancer-and-surgery-center/index.htm

📞 1-833-887-4863

07/23/2025

🏈 Meet Dr. Aamir Ahmad, UTRGV’s Head Team Physician & Orthopedic Surgeon.

As the official Sports Medicine Physician for the Vaqueros, Dr. Ahmad is proud to serve not just athletes, but the entire RGV, from weekend warriors to parents, professionals, and anyone dealing with joint pain or injury.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or simply want to move pain-free again, Dr. Ahmad is here to help you feel stronger, move better, and stay active.

Schedule your visit today with Dr. Ahmad and get back to what you love. 💪🧡

📞 Call 1-833-887-4863 or visit https://uthealthrgv.org/providers/aamir-ahmad/index.htm for more information.

07/16/2025

☀️ A sunburn today can mean skin damage tomorrow, but a few simple habits can protect your skin for life.

Dr. Maria Villegas, dermatologist at UT Health RGV, shares expert tips for staying safe under the South Texas sun. From sunscreen and protective clothing to good hygiene and teaching kids early, summer skin care is a must for all ages and skin tones.

✅ SPF 30+ and reapply every 2 hours
✅ Avoid peak sun (11AM–3PM)
✅ Keep skin dry and clean
✅ Cover up when outdoors
✅ Make it a family habit

🧴 Sun protection isn’t just for beach days, it’s for every day.

👉 Read more here: https://www.utrgv.edu/newsroom/2025/07/07/a-sunburn-today-can-mean-skin-damage-tomorrow.htm

While sunshine is part of what makes summer special, it also brings serious heat and strong ultraviolet (UV) rays. With temperatures routinely nearing triple digits, Valley families need to take extra steps to protect their skin from sunburn, infection and long-term damage.

07/11/2025

✨ The future of health care is taking shape in the RGV.

Opening soon in McAllen, the UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center is more than a cancer center, it’s a first-of-its-kind outpatient facility offering:

🩺 Advanced surgical care
🔬 Diagnostic imaging
🧡 Infusion therapy
🏃‍♂️ Orthopedic & sports medicine
💪 Physical rehabilitation

🏥 Comprehensive care, all in one place.

07/03/2025

In observance of Independence Day, our clinical locations will be closed on Friday, July 4th.

07/02/2025

🏥 A first look inside the new UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center — coming soon to McAllen!

This state-of-the-art facility is designed to bring advanced care closer to home for the Rio Grande Valley.

When it opens, it’ll offer so much more than cancer care — including:

✅ Outpatient surgery
✅ Diagnostic imaging
✅ Infusion therapy
✅ Physical rehabilitation
✅ Orthopedic and sports medicine services

We’re proud to be expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care — all in one place, right here in the RGV.

📍 The UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center — opening soon in McAllen.

06/26/2025

🏥 See what’s taking shape at the new UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center.

We’re giving you an early look at what’s opening soon in McAllen. 📍✨

This state-of-the-art facility will offer way more than just cancer care — including outpatient surgery, imaging, infusion therapy, physical rehab, and orthopedic services, all under one roof. 🙌

Soon to open its doors in the Rio Grande Valley. 🧡