About the Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine
Advancing Medicine to Serve the Greater Good
Advancing Medicine for Texans and the World
At the Texas A&M University Naresh K. Vashisht College of Medicine, we advance medicine to lead Texans—and the world—towards a healthier future.
Founded in 1977 through the Teague-Cranston Act to serve veterans and the underserved, we’ve grown into a community-based, research-driven academic medical institution that combines world-class education, compassionate care, and translational innovation. Whether in rural clinics, urban hospitals, NASA labs, or classrooms across the state, we equip leaders to solve healthcare’s biggest challenges with purpose, empathy, and the power of the Aggie spirit.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Pioneering Research
& Innovation
From space-based physiology to Alzheimer’s breakthroughs, our research transforms lives through bold, boundary-pushing science.
Unwavering Compassion
& Selfless Service
Our students and faculty live by Aggie core values, meeting people in their communities delivering care and service with heart, humility, and humanity.
Personalized Patient Care for All
Whether through concierge clinics, rural rotations, or veteran health initiatives, we deliver care tailored to each patient’s story and community.
Unrivaled Education
& Collaboration
With a statewide footprint and community-based model, we offer flexible, immersive training for the next generation of leaders in medicine.
Mission
Our mission is to develop accomplished, forward-thinking, compassionate, and ethical Aggie leaders to pioneer the future of health in Texas and beyond.
Vision
Our vision is to be a distinguished and recognized leader in medical education, research, and patient care. By trailblazing the Aggie way through innovation, service, excellence, and compassion, we will advance health care for humanity and improve lives for generations to come.
Making WHAT IF Possible
At the Texas A&M University Vashisht College of Medicine, we advance medicine for the greater good. From caring for patients and serving communities to honoring veterans and driving innovation, our reach spans Texas and beyond. It’s more than what we do — it’s who we are.
Explore What We Offer
The Vashisht College of Medicine offers multiple paths to earning a degree or certificate:
- MD Program – Four-year path to clinical practice
- EnMed (MD + Engineering) – For physicians designing patient-driven technology
- MD/PhD – For aspiring physician-scientists planning careers in academic medicine and research
- MD Plus – Combine your MD with an MPH, MBA, MS in Education, or Biomedical Science
- Graduate Programs – MS or PhD in Medical Sciences, or certificates for health professions educators
Research That Moves Medicine Forward
Our research portfolio spans discovery to delivery, from the research bench to bedside:
- Translational science that improves care in real time
- Aerospace and military medicine
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s, cancer biology, and neuroscience
- Rural and primary care innovation
- Genetics, microbiology, and behavioral health
Texas Is Our Campus
Our community-based education model offers students flexibility, mentorship, and a broader understanding of varied and unique healthcare landscapes across the state:
OUR COMMITMENT IN ACTION
We Lead Students Forward
So they become purpose-driven Aggie doctors and scientists who lead with compassion and courage.
We Lead Communities Forward
By closing health care gaps in rural and underserved areas across Texas.
We Lead Patients Forward
By providing personalized care that honors every individual’s story.
We Lead Science Forward
By tackling the world’s toughest challenges through bold, collaborative research.
Ready to Lead the Future of Medicine?
Whether you’re a student, researcher, clinician, or partner – there's a place for you here.
Connect with us to discover how you can help advance medicine to serve the greater good.