The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) has announced a $30 million grant from the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation in support of a clinic dedicated to diabetes management and limb preservation.

The gift will establish the UTRGV Diabetes Center of Excellence, which aims to address diabetes in the region through collaborative disease management, research, and education. To expand healthcare access, the center will recruit and train diabetologists, behavioral health specialists, endocrinologists, podiatrists, researchers, and community health workers. In addition, in collaboration with the UTRGV School of Podiatric Medicine, the limb preservation clinic will provide specialized services, with a focus on early detection, intervention, and wound care.

A longtime supporter, the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation has awarded $90 million to the university since 2015.

“Each limb we save has the potential to save a life, preserve a livelihood and empower families to thrive,” said UTRGV president Guy Bailey. “This new initiative will make a profound difference in the lives of countless families across our communities, and UTRGV is honored to provide this access to transformative healthcare.”

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