Medicine

Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center, McNair Campus
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Sections of Medicine

The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine’s 14 sections focus on clinical disciplines within the field of internal medicine, including three devoted to research: Cardiovascular Research, Health Services Research, and Epidemiology and Population Sciences. View the listing.

Our Research

Topics of research and avenues for advancement in medicine at Baylor College of Medicine include oncology, infectious diseases, nephrology, and gastroenterology, among many others. Read more.

Education Programs

The department's educational programs teach medical students and residents the fundamental knowledge and techniques of internal medicine and provide the clinical experience necessary to be successful in any of the wide variety of medical careers. View our programs.

Compassionate Care

Baylor College of Medicine faculty and staff provide quality healthcare, which improves our communities and the lives of our patients. See our healthcare offerings.

Hashem El-Serag, M.D., MPH

Our Leadership Team

Meet our department chair Dr. El-Serag and his vice chairs, who ensure that the department is meeting its clinical affairs, education, faculty and staff development, quality improvement and innovation, research and veterans affairs goals.

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Grand Rounds

The Department of Medicine grand rounds are held weekly, featuring a wide range of topics that pertain to our internal medicine physicians, residents, fellows and other healthcare professionals.

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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. 

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Department News

See what's going on in the Department of Medicine. Learn more about awards we receive, events we're part of, and where we're making news.

Dr. Benjamin Musher: Ask Me About My Research

Dr. Benjamin Musher, associate professor of medicine - hematology and oncology, is joined by a special guest to demonstrate the importance of scientists and researchers talking with others about their work.

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Sections and Centers

The Department of Medicine is the largest group at Baylor College of Medicine, with 14 sections and 7 centers. Learn more about the wide spectrum of high-quality primary and specialty healthcare, biomedical research and medical training that occurs every day in the Department of Medicine.