Surgery

The Department of Surgery is committed to delivering exceptional patient care through a wide range of specialized surgical services. With a team of experts in General Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Colorectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Trauma Surgery, the department is committed to providing compassionate, thorough, and efficient care to the community. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the Department of Surgery is dedicated to innovation and excellence in the education and training of future surgeons. We offer comprehensive training programs that not only provide a solid foundation in surgical skills but also foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Our faculty members are renowned experts in their field, providing students with a unique learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Graduate Medical Education Programs

• General Surgery Residency at Valley Baptist Medical Center

• Anesthesiology
• Emergency Medicine
• General Surgery
• Surgical Oncology
• Trauma Surgery/Critical Care
• Vascular Surgery

Clinical Sites

• UT Health RGV Surgery & Women’s Specialty

UT Health RGV Surgeons have privileges at the following affiliate hospital sites:

• Knapp Medical Center
• Rio Grande Regional Hospital McAllen
• McAllen Medical Center
• Valley Baptist Medical Center Harlingen
• Mission Regional Medical Center
• Edinburg Regional Medical Center