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    • Mental Health Counseling
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    • Community Resources
    • Meditation, Sleep, and Therapy Resources
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  • RealMD Wellness Representative
    • Student Health and Wellness Fair
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Mission Statement

The Office of Student Health and Wellness is committed to offering medical students student life guidance and counseling services to support their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Our aim is to promote self-care, resilience, and enhance their medical school journey and professional growth as aspiring physicians.

Counseling Services Counseling services At UTRGV School of Medicine Counseling Services, we understand that Medical school can be an exciting period yet stressful, and it is normal to feel overwhelmed at times. The Office of Student Health and Wellness provides a variety of Counseling Services.
Well-Being Resources Well-Being Resources Image Well-Being Resources includes: American Association of Medical Colleges, Community Resources, Elements of Wellness, Medical Student Support Groups, Online Meditation, Sleep, & Therapy Resources, University Recreation, UTRGV Student Health, & Additional UTRGV Resources for Medical Students
Student Health and Wellness Fair Student Health and Wellness Fair Image The RealMD Representatives, working closely with the Office of Student Health and Wellness, coordinate the Health and Wellness Fair during the fall semester.
UREC Center and Health Services UREC Center and Health Services Image University Recreation (UREC) meets the needs of our UTRGV community by providing quality programs, services, and facilities which encourage the lifelong pursuit of active, healthy lifestyles.
RealMD Wellness Representative RealMD Wellness Representatives The RealMD Wellness Representative advises the RealMD Student Board on student wellness, suggesting wellbeing activities and presentations for the medical students. These initiatives aim to cultivate a nurturing and healthy atmosphere, covering various topics like mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, stress management, and social connections.
RealMD Academic Houses Academic Houses Academic Houses were established to enhance the activities, opportunities and relationships students encounter beyond the formal curriculum. Each medical student is assigned to one of four houses along with interested faculty & staff. Students assume leadership roles within the academic houses...

Contact Us

Office of Student Health and Wellness
EMEBL Room 1.118 (Edinburg)
Email: somwellness@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 296-1909
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  • UTRGV Counseling Center
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  • UTRGV SOM Admissions Office
  • UTRGV SOM Financial Aid
  • UTRGV SOM Student Affairs
  • UTRGV TimelyCare
  • Academic Live Care
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Welcome

The Office of Student Health and Wellness at UTRGV School of Medicine emphasizes the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit. It is tailored to offer students enriching experiences such as acquiring healthy coping techniques and personal wellness skills to enhance their medical education journey and personal development. Our goal is to foster a supportive learning environment that promotes academic and personal growth by emphasizing self-care, resilience, and the importance of seeking help when necessary.

Services Offered

  • Counseling Services
  • Timely Care
  • Student Wellness Events
  • Physical Wellness Activities
  • Social Activities
  • Culinary Medicine Class
  • Health and Wellness Fair
  • Student Academic Houses Activities
  • Meditation Room Open 24/7!
    • Edinburg ETBLC Room 1.115 &
    • Harlingen HCEBL Room 3.124.28
  • RealMD Wellness Padlet
  • Wellness Wednesday letter
  • UTRGV School of Medicine RealMD | Podcast on Spotify

 

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