The Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at TCU

06/24/2026

Medical students pitched innovative solutions to major health challenges during a Shark Tank-style showcase focused on disease prevention as part of the Future Accelerators of Medicine and Beyond (FAB) course. 🦈 🩺 🪥

Read the Story & Watch the Video: https://mdschool.tcu.edu/news-item/burnett-school-of-medicine-at-tcu-students-develop-idea-for-life-saving-maternal-health-tool-through-innovative-course/

FORT WORTH – Could something as simple as a toothbrush be the difference in detecting a life-threatening pregnancy complication like preeclampsia? Students at the Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at Texas Christian University are exploring those kinds of questions through the Future Accelera...

06/21/2026

To the dads and father figures who inspire us to be better every single day: Happy Father’s Day! 💙👔💜

From coaching little league games and teaching Sunday school to offering encouragement through the challenges of medical school, fathers and father figures play an invaluable role in shaping who we become. Today, we celebrate the support, guidance and unwavering love they provide every step of the way.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads and father figures in our Burnett School of Medicine at TCU family!

06/21/2026

Psychiatry Clerkship Director Cheryl Hurd, M.D., who is the current president of the Tarrant County Medical Society, discussed mental health on the latest edition of the TCMS podcast.🩺 🧠

Read More & Listen to the Podcast: https://mdschool.tcu.edu/news-item/burnett-school-of-medicine-at-tcu-faculty-member-discusses-mental-health-on-tarrant-county-medical-society-podcast/

FORT WORTH – Cheryl L. Hurd, M.D., Psychiatry Clerkship Director for the Anne Burnett School of Medicine at Texas Christian University, discusses the importance of mental health, the differences between “Psychology” and “Psychiatry,” and the importance of membership in the Tarrant County M...

06/19/2026

Honoring the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," Opal Lee, and reflecting on her powerful reminder that freedom is a shared journey. Let’s continue to celebrate, educate and advocate for true equality for all. ❤️ 🖤 💚

Read more about Velma P. Scantlebury, M.D., the nation’s first African-American female transplant surgeon, and Opal Lee, 94, Fort Worth’s Grandmother of Juneteenth, here: https://bit.ly/4uNKtWr

06/17/2026

Leadership, strategy and a winning mindset were on full display last night as we hosted the Greater Fort Worth Public Relations Society of America’s PRSA After Dark networking event.

Our own Judy Bernas, Vice Dean and Senior Officer for Communication & Strategy at Burnett School of Medicine at TCU and Chair Emeritus of Fiesta Sports Foundation, joined Emmy Award-winning sports journalist Newy Scruggs, MBA, for an engaging conversation on strategic communications. They discussed how public relations strategies used in athletics and the Fiesta Bowl can be adapted to any PR professional's playbook to elevate storytelling and engagement. 🏈 🎥 📰

Fiesta Bowl Greater Fort Worth Chapter of PRSA Newy Scruggs TCU – Texas Christian University

06/16/2026

Help Welcome the Class of 2030! 🎉 This July, the Anne Burnett Marion School of Medicine at TCU will welcome its newest class at the annual White Coat Celebration. This meaningful tradition marks the beginning of each student’s journey as Empathetic Scholars®.

You can play a role in this milestone. A gift of $100 provides a white coat for a first-year student, presented during the ceremony. Our goal is to outfit all 60 students in the incoming class. Join us in making this moment unforgettable for students and their families!

Make a Gift: https://www.givecampus.com/s/z0c5io

Join me and make a gift to Burnett School of Medicine White Coat Campaign.

06/14/2026

Taking care of your health is a lifelong habit. 🩻 🩺 This Men’s Health Week, we’re sharing a reminder from Dr. Lee to stay current on preventive screenings and wellness checkups.
👉 Swipe to see health tips from Dr. Lee!

06/12/2026

Happy International Falafel Day!🧆

Looking to celebrate this nutrient-dense, plant-based favorite? Whether you want to bake a fresh batch of homemade, protein-packed falafel or explore local Fort Worth gems like Meraki or Beren Meze & Grill House, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this Mediterranean classic! 🥙

Falafel Recipe: https://mds.culinarymedicine.org/recipes/maincourse/vegetarian/falafel.shtml
Learn More About Healthy Meal Preps on a Budget: https://mdschool.tcu.edu/news-item/burnett-school-of-medicine-students-learn-how-to-meal-prep-on-a-budget/

06/10/2026

Faculty, staff and students attended the “Introduction to Art Medicine” tour at the Kimbell Art Museum to discover how an analytical eye translates across both art history and patient care.🎨 🩺

Read the Story: https://bit.ly/4o6qCPq

 FORT WORTH – For medical student Jenna Williamson, a tour of the Kimbell Art Museum helped hone her observation skills and gave her a deeper understanding of patient care. “If you take the time to sit down, be patient, listen and watch – kind of like how we did with the artwork – you …...

06/08/2026

Today is . With over 700,000 Americans living with a primary brain tumor, education is our best defense. As Claudia Perez, M.D., notes, awareness turns missed signs into life-saving appointments. Learn the symptoms & support the fight for a cure. 🧠💜