Driscoll Children's Hospital starts pediatric residency program

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley on Friday launched the region's first pediatric residency program, approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, with its first class starting in July 2026.

The program aims to create new opportunities for physician training and strengthen pediatric care in the Valley. This initiative marks a historic milestone for the region, enhancing the medical education landscape and addressing the growing need for specialized pediatric care.

"This is a significant step forward for pediatric care in the Valley," said Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children's Hospital, Rio Grande Valley.

The introduction of the pediatric residency program is expected to significantly enhance the quality of pediatric care available in the Rio Grande Valley, benefiting both medical professionals and the community at large.

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