The change highlights the institution’s Fort Worth roots while showing its continued commitment to educating the next generation of health leaders, delivering hands-on care through health clinics and advancing world-class health research that extends far beyond Texas.

“At UNT Health, we are embracing both our history and our future,” said Dr. Kirk A. Calhoun, UNT Health interim president. “This change represents who we’ve always been and who we will continue to be — a trusted community partner, a hub for research and learning, and a place where future and current health professionals are prepared to lead with purpose.”

The roots of UNT Health stretch back to 1970, when it was founded as the private Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. The college became a state medical school in 1975 under the jurisdiction of the North Texas State University Board of Regents. In 1999, the institution joined the UNT campuses in Denton and Dallas to form the UNT System.

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UNT System Chancellor Michael R. Williams said that the change builds on many years of shared momentum.

“UNT Health is a vital part of the UNT System,” Williams said. “This change clarifies that connection and captures the spirit of innovation, collaboration and service that drives everything we do across our campuses.”

With nearly $100 million in funded research, 1,500 students preparing for careers in health care, six colleges and three institutes, UNT Health is dedicated to advancing health through education, research and community impact in Texas and beyond.

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