Patient Care
Dean’s Report
July 29, 2025
The Dean’s report spotlights key milestones in education, care delivery, research and philanthropy that create a stronger future for nursing.
Stepping stones to stability
July 29, 2025
Children in foster care face uncertainty every day. A growing network of clinics with a nurse-led model is helping change that, giving families a place to turn and the consistent care they deserve.
Excellence in nursing education and veteran care
July 28, 2025
The School of Nursing and Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital have received national recognition with the Exemplary Academic-Practice Partnership Award from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
Recognizing excellence across the School of Nursing
July 28, 2025
Their work shapes students, strengthens communities and sets new standards in health care. These awards reflect the excellence behind every achievement.
Nationally recognized for dementia support
July 28, 2025
A national award recognizes the School of Nursing’s Caring for the Caregiver Program for empowering families and building a more dementia-friendly community in South Texas.
Extending a nurse’s reach
August 23, 2024
From aiding women in need to witnessing a friend’s battle with cancer, Lixin (Lee) Song’s journey led her to develop holistic care programs. Song, PhD, RN, aims to bridge the gap between the quality of care in the hospital and at home, improving the lives of cancer patients and their families.
Empathy in motion
August 23, 2024
The UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing’s street nursing program provides for the immediate health needs of San Antonio’s homeless community. By intentionally integrating cultural sensitivity and empathy into their care, nursing students learn to see beyond the protocols to truly understand their patients.
A critical balancing act
September 2, 2023
Texas grapples with a significant nurse shortage affecting health care systems. Schools of Nursing, like UT Health San Antonio, address the crisis through faculty training and collaboration.
Supercharging change
September 2, 2023
UT Health San Antonio’s grant-powered medical home for foster families: A $4 million grant creates health care hubs for foster care families in Texas, aiming to provide consistent and comprehensive care to a vulnerable population.
The health care equity equation
September 2, 2023
The UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing successfully expanded clinical services to communities, particularly in pediatrics. This initiative not only ensures quality health care but also provides invaluable real-world experience to nursing students.
Honors and Awards
September 2, 2023
School of Nursing faculty recognized for their service and excellence locally, across the state and nationwide.
Nursing School Responds to Evolving Patient Needs with Vaccines, Virtual Care
September 6, 2021
During the pandemic, the School of Nursing at UT Health San Antonio addressed the health care needs of the university and overall community by running a state-approved vaccine hub with more than 159,000 vaccines provided to residents.