Future Magazine
2018 issue
50 Years of Medicine: An Overview of the Past, Future
During its 50th year, the Long School of Medicine honors founding leaders and faculty members and its first graduates who began a history of excellence at the fledgling medical school.
50 Years of Academics: Main Mission Stays the Same
The University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio opened Sept. 3, 1968, with its first 105 students. Now, more than 200 students graduate each year.
50 Years of Patient Care: Patients’ Interests Above All Else
Since opening its doors in 1968, teaching patient care has remained the main mission of the Long School of Medicine.
50 Years of Research: History of Trailblazers Taking Risks
Over the last 50 years, researchers have brought national and international acclaim to the university for developing lifesaving devices and medications.
New Dean Takes the Helm at Long School of Medicine
Learn more about Robert A. Hromas, M.D., FACP, who assumed the role of the school's dean and the university's vice president for medical affairs in February 2018.
Dean’s Message from Robert Hromas, M.D., FACP
Dr. Hromas shares his vision for the future of the Long School of Medicine. He discusses advances in education, research, commercialization, patient care and community engagement.
Family Legacy: A Story Held by Three Generations
Jim L. Story, M.D., dedicated 29 years to the Long School of Medicine. His family's ties to the school continued with the graduation of his daughter, son-in-law and granddaughters.
Family Legacy: Beckers Share Love of Medicine
The Becker family has two generations and three graduates of the Long School of Medicine. Father, son and daughter-in-law have all shared their expertise teaching at the medical school.
Record-Breaking Matching Class Graduates
This year's commencement ceremony featured 206 students who broke the school's matching record with 99 percent securing residency positions.
Students Don White Coats, Pledge to Care for Patients
At this year's white coat ceremony, 225 new medical students received their white coats and recited the Hippocratic Oath in front of their family members and friends.
Anniversary Celebrated by Founding Faculty, Alumni
Founding faculty, distinguished alumni and graduates celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Long School of Medicine at a reception before the 2018 President's Gala.