Military Health Institute
Strengthening the military health activities of UT Health San Antonio to improve the lives of our military service members, veterans, and their families.
STATEMENT ON COVID-19:
The MHI Team is actively supporting our University’s efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. We salute UT Health San Antonio's faculty and staff who continue to serve in the National Guard and Reserves and have responded to the pandemic across the US. We are also proud of the support being provided to all the citizens of South Texas by our military and VA medical personnel. We will continue to be a strong team of teams dedicated to mission success!
Research Support
Supporting UT Health San Antonio and UT System faculty in building relationships within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as well as research proposal development.
Education
Fostering a military health community between our University and the DoD/VA, as well as sponsoring several student interest groups, giving lectures, and holding information sessions.
Clinical Advocacy
Promoting a variety of military-civilian health efforts, from the use of whole blood transfusions to advocating on behalf of the San Antonio integrated trauma system.
Engagement
Connecting with senior leaders throughout the local, state, and federal levels to create a strong military health community for all of our service members, veterans, and their families.
Celebrating our Veterans
There are more than 250,000 veterans in the greater San Antonio area. More than 450 of them are part of our own UT Health San Antonio community. They exemplify the values that drive our institution: selflessness, bravery and loyalty. To our veterans and all those who continue to bravely serve our country, we offer you our heartfelt gratitude.