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UMC advances region's first dedicated burn center
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Andy Morgan , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more details about the burn center and its leadership, readers can consult the original report from KTSM 9 News.
University Medical Center of El Paso is moving forward with the region's first dedicated burn center. The project is being led by a surgeon with national recognition in trauma and burn care. This surgeon has a significant amount of clinical experience, which will be valuable in this new role.
Further information about the burn center and its development can be found through local news sources. For more details about the burn center and its leadership, readers can consult the original report from KTSM 9 News.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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