Curtis Galke

Curtis Galke, DO is Chairman and Professor in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. He holds a BS in Chemistry from Brigham Young University. His expertise centers on patient-centered primary care, behavioral health integration into family medicine, and residency training curriculum development. He pioneered integrating behavioral health as a core component of the family medicine residency program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Dr. Galke has held leadership roles in national organizations including serving on the board of directors and as treasurer for the Association of Family Medicine Residency Program Directors (AFMRD). His research focuses on healthcare relationships, medical education innovation, and future trends in healthcare delivery.

His publications span clinical topics like diagnostic markers, mentoring in medical education, and program directorship challenges. Though no formal grants or awards are listed, his contributions to residency training and medical education policy reflect significant professional impact.