Dr. Travis Crook

Associate Professor

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Biography

Travis W. Crook, M.D., serves as Associate Dean for Student Affairs at Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin. In his role, he leads a team responsible for various aspects of the student experience, including admissions, orientation, academic career advising, and student well-being. A native Texan, Crook earned his bachelor's degrees in Biological Sciences and Psychology at Clemson University in South Carolina before returning to Texas for medical education. He completed his M.D. at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, followed by a residency in Pediatrics at Texas Children's Hospital. Crook is a board-certified pediatric hospitalist focused on enhancing patient care experience through evidence-based medicine. He is a national expert in neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome and deep neck infections. Prior to Dell Med, he held multiple educational roles at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, where he received several teaching honors during his decade-long career in medical education. Crook is dedicated to improving the curriculum and student experience, exemplified by his active involvement in various professional organizations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Dean Student Affairs

2020-01-01 — Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, TX

Leads a team responsible for admissions, student advising, and well-being at Dell Medical School.

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, TX

Holds an academic position focusing on medical education and student development.

Educational Roles

— Present

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine • Nashville, TN

Served in multiple educational roles including director of the clerkship year and director of required clinical experiences.

Awards

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Joseph Gigante Teaching Award

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Immersion Teaching Award

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Shovel Award

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Amos Christie Award

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Thomas E. Brittingham Clinical Teaching Award

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.