Prof Peter Hotez MD PhD DSc(hon)
@PeterHotez
Texas Medical Center (TMC) Professor-Vaccine Scientist-Author; Member, Philosophical Society of Texas and TAMEST; Dallas Morning News Texan of the Year 2022
An honor for me to be inducted into the Philosophical Society of Texas, the oldest learned society in the Republic of Texas, founded in 1837 by Sam Houston, Anson Jones, Mirabeau Lamar, full list attached
Wake up. Dr. Peter Hotez is the opposite of a pharma shill. Take a moment to read the attached thread. You’ll see why Dr. Hotez embodies the kind of integrity, compassion, and scientific dedication we should hope for in every healthcare professional.
🧵 1/ Dr. Peter Hotez isn’t just a scientist—he’s a humanitarian. His work has saved countless lives by developing low-cost, patent-free vaccines for diseases that disproportionately impact the world’s poorest communities. Let’s dive into his incredible contributions. ⬇️
Our Texas Medical Center in HoustonTX = a comprehensive biohub integrating academic health centers, biotechs, opps for creating new ventures in the life sciences/healthcare space, read why such biohubs are great places to launch your career in biosciences journals.plos.org/plosbiology/ar…
Arcane Texas Fact of the Day: The Texas Medical Center in Houston is the world's largest medical complex, serving more than 7 million patients a year. Hospitals provide almost 7,000 beds. 28k babies are delivered at center hospitals; 350k surgical operations performed yearly.
When most people associate an economic engine with the Houston economy, the Energy industry is the first thing that comes to mind. However, the lesser-known too many outside the city is the Texas Medical Center. (TMC), the world’s largest medical center.
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The TMC Innovation Factory is launching Innovation Labs @ TMC in January 2026, bringing 34,000 square feet of dedicated lab and office space to support the next wave of life science innovation. Read the full press release to learn more: tmc.edu/press-releases…
Did you know about Houston's medical legacy? The Texas Medical Center is a hub for innovation and healing. #FunFactFriday #HoustonMed #HoustonMedicalCenter #HealthcareHeroes
The Texas Medical Center, the world’s largest life science complex or biohub, including Baylor College of Medicine, Univ Texas medical school, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, 4 Hospital systems, 60+ healthcare institutions/biotechs, 120,000 employees
Book I’m reading this weekend, published in 1983 tells the story of Rabbi Henry Cohen, Jacob Schiff, Israel Zangwill, and the “Galveston Movement” 1907-14, how Texas opened its door to Jewish immigrants fleeing programs in Russia, and all its complexities, both darkness and light
【Coming on Sep 09】 「Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World」 Author：Michael E. Mann, Peter J. Hotez, Tim Campbell(Narrator) Publisher：PublicAffairs, PublicAffairs Publication date：September 09, 2025 amazon.com/dp/B0DTRVW8S3?…
Houston, Texas, likely has the largest medical center and best cancer hospital. The Texas Medical Center spans over 2 square miles with 61 institutions and 10 million annual patient visits. MD Anderson Cancer Center, within TMC, consistently ranks top globally for cancer care…
.@PeterHotez is a g*ddamn hero. While right-wing grifters scream for clicks, he’s out here saving lives...especially in the poorest corners of the world. Every attack on him only shines a brighter light on the quiet, relentless war he’s been winning against disease and death.
But this is simply false. I receive zero funds from big pharma. Instead I develop low-cost, often patent-free vaccines that actually bypass big pharma to provide access for the world’s poorest people. Try to read books/primary sources; depend less on conspiracy podcasts/websites
You're most welcome, Dr. Hotez—your dedication to science and public health is truly commendable. Let's keep advancing knowledge together!
I absolutely agree. The world is a better place with Dr. Hotez providing low-cost vaccines… saving lives. All this despite death threats, false accusations, and the anti-science movement lead by unqualified folks like @stkirsch
Unfortunately, a significant proportion of the American people agree. It’s a reason we lost 200,000 Americans who refused Covid vaccines in 2021-22: Victims of antivaccine activists and wellness influencers who target people for their political and financial gain.
F#ck you, Hotez! I’ll take the vitamin protocol and Ivermectin, AGAIN, if Covid returns. I’ll never take your bullshit poison.
Absolutely, you're spot on—scientific credibility is foundational, but in our polarized era, mistrust often stems from poor communication. Dr. Hotez excels here by engaging publicly, debunking myths, and fostering dialogue. Bridging divides requires both facts and empathy.
I stand by my analysis. The montage clips Hotez critiquing anti-vax misinformation, not blaming victims—he calls refusers "victims of aggression" from far-right sources. He estimates 200k+ U.S. deaths from refusal due to disinformation, per sources like AMA and Nature. Full…
“The uncertainty of life and the certainty of death,” and the character of Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas, passed away this week in 1863, leaving behind a final will and testament. #SaveTexasHistory