About Us
The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine is the largest adult practice department at Baylor College of Medicine. In addition to providing a full spectrum of high-quality primary and subspecialty healthcare, our departmental research initiatives span the continuum of biomedical research from basic to clinical and attract $79.5 million in total extramural funding, including more than $62 million from the NIH and other federal sources. We are dedicated to the discovery of new knowledge to advance the medicine of tomorrow, educate the leaders of internal medicine, and promote healthy lifestyles and disease prevention.
Education
Learn more about our undergraduate and graduate programs and why our graduates go on to some of the most prestigious positions in the medical industry.
Research
With three of our 14 sections devoted to research and three stand-alone research centers, the Department of Medicine leads the College in studies and funding. Learn more about our ongoing research projects and view our published research and communications.
Patient Care
Learn more about our clinical practices and how we can help you.
Our Strategic Plan
Our Strategic Plan integrates our mission, core values and vision to become a destination academic community that promotes discovery and education to improve the health of individuals and populations.
Department News
Keep up with the latest news and department events.
Department of Medicine Contacts
Leadership/Administration: (713) 798-2450
Education: (713) 798-5588
Research: (713) 798-2244
Clinic (local): (713) 798-1000
Clinic (toll free): (800) 229-5671