TXHES Looks Ahead to TAAHP Conference 2026
TXHES looks ahead to the TAAHP Conference 2026, outlining its priorities for collaboration, advising innovation, and a statewide conversation on improving the health professions admissions cycle.

Mr. Filo Maldonado from the Texas A&M College of Medicine joins us today to talk about his journey toward becoming the associate dean of admissions, and how his experiences have helped him connect with students. We gain wonderful insight into the admission process and what holistic review looks like at the Texas A&M COM.
Mr. Maldonado also clears the air on a common admission myth, and offers advice to applicants who are planning out their personal statement/essays.
TXHES looks ahead to the TAAHP Conference 2026, outlining its priorities for collaboration, advising innovation, and a statewide conversation on improving the health professions admissions cycle.
The UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine has achieved initial national accreditation, supporting in-state training pathways and contributing to the national podiatric physician workforce.
Dr. Jesús Vallejo, JAMP Chair-Elect, is appointed Regional Dean of Baylor College of Medicine’s Temple Campus, continuing his leadership in Texas medical education.