Division of Rural Affairs

Access to Care is Our Promise
Together, we are finding new ways to address the critical health needs of rural West Texas through applied research, workforce training, and community outreach.
Our vision is to connect rural communities to care & opportunities.

F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health
The F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health works in close collaboration with the people of Texas for the advancement of health through innovative and scholarly research, the advanced use of technology, comprehensive education, and outreach.
Institute for Telehealth and Digital Innovation
The Institute of Telehealth and Digital Innovation (ITDI) at TTUHSC was established
following authorization and funding from the 88th Legislature to advance three key
pillars: expanding access to care, driving research on health care outcomes and enhancing
education to prepare the next generation of health care professionals to effectively
leverage telehealth and emerging technologies.

Division Leadership

Cole Johnson
Senior Vice President, Division of Rural Affairs
Director, F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural & Community Health
Director, Institute for Telehealth and Digital Innovation
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Division of Rural Affairs
F. Marie Hall Institute for Rual and Community Health
Institute of Telehealth and Digital Innovation
TexLa Telehealth Resource Center
West Texas Area Health Education Center
