TCU and UNTHSC plan new M.D. school in Fort Worth
Fort Worth is currently the largest city in Texas without an M.D. program
There are just two medical schools in the D/FW area, but that will soon change thanks to a collaboration between two Fort Worth institutions.
Texas Christian University and UNT Health Science Center officially announced plans on Monday to develop a new medical school which will offer MD degrees.
It’s something both schools have looked at and sought since 2008 to 2009. Mayor Betsy Price says she’s been working on the medical school for the last two years, but that six to eight months ago is finally when the two universities started talking about working together.
“I think it’s a wonderful addition for the city, but moreover, it’s a wonderful addition to the academic program of both universities,” said Victor Boschini, TCU Chancellor.