With expertise in family medicine, primary care, integrative medicine and public health, he has made significant contributions to medical education and practice.
SAN ANTONIO, TX, October 29, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ — Robert T. Slater III, MD, MPH, ABFM, ABOIM, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. Slater is a distinguished medical professional and educator, currently serving as an associate professor at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. With expertise in family medicine, primary care, integrative medicine and public health, he has made significant contributions to medical education and practice. Since joining the university in 2019, he has been instrumental in implementing integrative medicine into the pre-clinical curriculum and leading clinical skills training for first- and second-year medical students.
Dr. Slater’s career began after earning his Doctor of Medicine from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2013. He completed his residency at the Memorial Hermann Family Medicine Residency Program in Houston from 2013 to 2016. Following his residency, he pursued a fellowship in integrative and behavioral medicine at The University of Texas Medical Branch, where he also served as a clinical instructor from 2016 to 2017. His passion for education led him to a full-time teaching position at the University of the Incarnate Word, where he has since advanced from assistant professor to associate professor.
In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Slater has held various positions at The University of Texas Medical Branch, including attending physician and clinical assistant professor from 2017 to 2019. He also served as an adjunct clinical assistant professor at The University of Texas Medical Branch from 2019 to 2022. His dedication to medical education is further evidenced by his involvement with the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners as a Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination reviewer and developer.
Dr. Slater’s educational background is extensive and includes a Master of Public Health in global health from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston in 2016 and a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from The University of Texas at Austin in 2008. He is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine and in integrative medicine by the American Board of Integrative Medicine.
Throughout his career, Dr. Slater has been actively involved in various professional organizations. He serves as a course director and faculty member for the Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine (AIHM) and advises the University of the Incarnate Word Lifestyle Medicine Interest Group under the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Additionally, he is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Beyond his professional life, Dr. Slater is committed to civic engagement through his role as a volunteer adviser for the University of the Incarnate Word Community Garden, AIHM Student Alliance, and Medical Students for a Sustainable Future. He attributes his overall professional success to his keen interests, receptiveness, enthusiasm, and team approach. His journey into medicine was influenced by family members that pointed him toward the field, coupled with a genuine desire to help people and contribute positively to society.
Looking ahead, Dr. Slater aims to further develop initiatives at the University of the Incarnate Word, emphasizing lifestyle and integrative medicine in national board exams to influence curricula nationwide. His vision reflects his ongoing commitment to advancing medical education and improving patient care through innovative approaches.
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