About Us

UT Health East Texas represents the highest standard in healthcare, delivering exceptional care to thousands of patients each year through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma center, and emergency transport services.

Supported by Ardent Health Services and The University of Texas System, UT Health is uniquely equipped to offer patients access to leading-edge research and advanced clinical therapies—while also educating and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

The UT Health system has one mission: bringing East Texas the world-class care it deserves.

Our hospital offers:

A vast network of hospitals and clinics across East Texas
A regional rehabilitation and fitness network
Trauma and emergency care at our 24/7 emergency rooms
Home health coverage

Community Benefit Report

At UT Health East Texas, our mission is simple: to care for people—our patients, our communities, and each other. We do so while educating and developing the caregivers of the future. We fulfill this mission by delivering high-quality care across our hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation facilities throughout the region.

As one of East Texas’s largest employers, we also strengthen our communities by investing in local economies, paying taxes, and supporting nonprofit and educational initiatives. Learn more about our impact in the latest Community Benefit Report.

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Our values

Integrity — We have uncompromising standards of trust, transparency and ethical conduct. We are principled and guided by a desire to do the right thing.
Compassion — We suspend judgment and express deep empathy for those we serve.
Accountability — We accept responsibility for our actions and outcomes. We keep our promises and commitments to each other and to those we serve.
Respect — We value diversity and treat each other with dignity. We have respect for all opinions and views.
Excellence — We value innovation, embrace change and are always evolving to reach new levels of excellence.
Responsibility — We accept responsibility for our behaviors, attitudes and health.