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F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health

The Institute for Rural and Community Health is a multidisciplinary group of professionals that are The F.

Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health at TTUHSC was established in February 2006 with a donation from Ms. Hall to leverage the existing resources of TTUHSC’s Office of Rural and Community Health and expand the impact of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in addressing the needs of the region and developing solutions that affect rural health beyond the bounds of West Texas. The Institute for Rural and Community Health is a multidisciplinary group of professionals that are the focal point of key programs in four major areas—the West Texas Area Health Education Center, Rural Health Research, the West Texas Health Information Technology Regional Extension Center, and Telemedicine. These programs integrate services to bring innovative solutions to the broad spectrum of health-related challenges across West Texas.

04/03/2026

We’re excited to highlight one of our featured speakers for the TexLa Digital Health Summit—Nora Cox, CEO of the Texas e-Health Alliance.

Nora has spent more than 30 years leading efforts to advance digital health and health information technology. Through her work, she has helped shape policy and drive innovation in areas like interoperability, telehealth, and data privacy across Texas.

At the summit, she will present “Interoperability as the Backbone of Rural Health Transformation,” sharing insights on how better data sharing can improve care coordination and support value-based care under the Rural Health Transformation Program—especially in rural communities.

Register here: https://ow.ly/Wo6A50YCS4m

We hope you’ll join us to hear from this expert in digital health!

04/02/2026

We’re excited to announce that sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are now open for the TexLa Digital Health Summit, happening July 30–31, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa.

This event brings together healthcare providers, digital health leaders, policymakers, and innovators to advance telehealth and digital solutions for rural communities. Topics include the Rural Health Transformation Program, chronic disease prevention, AI, cybersecurity, interoperability, and behavioral health.

Whether you’re looking to showcase your organization or connect with leaders in rural healthcare, this is a great opportunity to get involved.

Secure your sponsorship or exhibitor booth today:
https://ow.ly/8b2Z50YCjbO

03/31/2026

Part of the Rural Affairs team attended the Texas A&M Rural Practitioners of Texas Conference and pose with TTUHSC medical students that presented their poster "Frontera De Salud: A Student-Led Mobile Preventative Health Model in Rural and Border West Texas".

03/30/2026

We’re excited to introduce our keynote speaker for the TexLa Digital Health Summit!

John Henderson, President and CEO of TORCH (Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals), will present “Transforming Rural Health: From Policy to Practice.” This keynote will include an overview of the Rural Health Transformation Program and its role in reshaping care delivery across rural and underserved communities, along with insights on policy, funding, and digital health innovation.

Join us to hear from a leader at the forefront of rural health transformation.

Register here: https://ow.ly/BXkE50YzOzb

03/27/2026

We’re excited to share the agenda for the TexLa Digital Health Summit, happening July 30–31, 2026 in Bastrop, Texas!

This year’s sessions will cover important topics like rural health transformation, mental health, AI in healthcare, cybersecurity, and innovative digital strategies for prevention and chronic disease.

With expert speakers and a dedicated Rural Health Transformation Panel, this summit is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of meaningful change in rural healthcare.

Register here: https://ow.ly/BXkE50YzOzb

We hope to see you there!

03/25/2026

We’re excited to introduce the new student officers for the ECHO Elective and Telemedicine Club at the TTUHSC School of Medicine!

Amir Batrice and Yaizeth Gurrola-Mares will be serving as ECHO Elective officers, and Shadt Skawratananond and Niyati Babaria will be serving as a Telemedicine Club officers.

These photos are from our first meeting together, and we’re already looking forward to all the great work they will accomplish this year. We’re proud to have such motivated students leading the way in telehealth and rural health initiatives!

Please join us in welcoming them!

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

03/25/2026

We had a wonderful ECHO session last week featuring Dr. Biondi, who presented on Access to Renal Transplantation in West Texas.

Her insights were incredibly valuable, and we appreciate her taking the time to share her expertise. It’s always inspiring to see meaningful conversations around improving access to care in rural communities.

If you weren’t able to join us, you can watch the full presentation on YouTube here: https://ow.ly/rVLi50YyBO6

Thank you again, Dr. Biondi!

03/18/2026

📣 Call for Posters – Deadline Coming Up Fast!

There’s still time to submit your poster for the TexLa Digital Health Summit—but the March 31 deadline is right around the corner!

We’re looking for innovative, practical projects that advance telehealth and digital health—especially those making an impact in rural communities.

🗓️ Abstract Deadline: March 31, 2026
🗓️ Poster Session: July 30–31, 2026
📲 Use the QR code to submit

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your work and connect with others passionate about improving healthcare access.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Research and Innovation

02/26/2026

The West Central Texas Regional Healthcare Leadership and Workforce Readiness Summit will be March 20-21 at the Hendrick Service Center Mall of Abilene.
https://ow.ly/273p50YmH7o

Register now for the 2026 Harlan Steph Conference!

02/24/2026

02/13/2026

Regional Health Leadership and Workforce Summit—Abilene, TX.
Interested in impacting the rural workforce as a nursing leader? A great opportunity to network with other rural nurses and champions of rural care in the Big Country area. CEs are provided.

02/12/2026

🎤 Call for Posters now open!

Share your work and innovations in digital health.
Abstract deadline: March 31, 2026

Submit abstracts here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/738b1afb0a0a49f5897e7d71e09d4fab

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Lubbock, TX
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