Welcome to the Office of Faculty Affairs
Welcome to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine, Office of Faculty Affairs website. The Office of Faculty Affairs core functions are to provide faculty management and faculty development.
Mission Statement
The Office of Faculty Affairs implements a life-cycle of learning experiences to establish and sustain a culture that promotes faculty vitality toward integrating medical education, community research and patient care throughout the Rio Grande Valley to foster an academic climate that strives for excellence.
The faculty development team facilitates the success of faculty by providing comprehensive support services and professional development opportunities to assist in navigating the academic environment, support professional achievement and academic excellence.
Our Commitment
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine’s Office of Faculty Affairs is committed to facilitating the success and academic advancement of our faculty.
Interim Associate Dean

Beatriz Tapia, MD, EdD, MPH
Email: Beatriz.Tapia@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 296-1430
Office: HCEBL 3.130 (Harlingen)
Contact
Faculty Affairs
Harlingen Clinical Education Building
2102 Treasure Hills Blvd.
Harlingen, TX 78550
Room 3.130
Email: somfacultyaffairs@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 296-1430