Texas A&M College of Medicine
College of Medicine Receives History-Making Gift
Naresh K. Vashisht ’72, an entrepreneur from Arlington, Texas, has made the largest endowed gift ever to Texas A&M University’s College of Medicine. To honor this transformative contribution, The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents unanimously voted to establish the Texas A&M University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine during their November meeting.
Reflecting on Mr. Vashisht's impact, Amy L. Waer, MD, FACS, MPSA ’23, Jean and Tom McMullin Endowed Dean, shared, “Mr. Vashisht's work ethic, grit and understanding of the transformative power of education and dedication to innovation and health care for those who need it most makes him a natural match for our college’s mission and nearly half-century of work. I am deeply thankful for the legacy he is building and the lives these endowments will touch and transform.”
About the College of Medicine
For nearly half a century, our unwavering mission has been to boldly serve those in greatest need, especially in areas often overlooked by others. We challenge traditional beliefs about how and where medicine is delivered. United by our values and a strong desire to make a difference, we are paving the way for a better future for everyone.
Key Priorities
Aerospace
Medicine
Optimizing human health on Earth and beyond through pioneering aerospace medicine research and education.
Patient
Care
Fulfilling our purpose of providing transformative care to Texans.
Research &
Innovation
Finding new possibilities for healthcare's greatest challenges.
Rural
Medicine
Fulfilling our land-grant mission by advancing and broadening healthcare education in rural communities.
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Designed For Impact
The Texas A&M College of Medicine is dedicated to transforming healthcare by addressing the needs of underserved communities and fostering research and innovation. With multiple educational campus locations across Texas, the college combines comprehensive medical education with a commitment to impactful, community-centered care to equip future physicians and scientists to tackle healthcare's biggest challenges.
With four major campus locations across the state, including Bryan-College Station, Dallas, Houston, and Round Rock, our faculty and students positively impact medicine in Texas communities large and small.