Dr. Linda Solis, PhD

Linda Grace Solis, PhD (she/her) is an associate professor of applied humanities at University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine, joining the faculty in 2017, mere weeks before the inaugural DO class matriculated. Born and raised in rural central Illinois (nowhere near Chicago!), she moved to San Antonio in 1997, happily trading cold, snowy winters for long, hot summers. Dr. Solis completed her PhD in Leadership Studies at Our Lady of the Lake University. Passionate about the professional and personal identity formation of future physicians and healthcare providers, she facilitates sessions focused on emotional intelligence, self-awareness, identity, and personal values, as well as sessions related to social justice and equity across the healthcare education continuum. Her conviction in the importance of these topics extends beyond the workplace, informing the volunteer work she does at the local, regional, and national levels. Dr. Solis is the recipient of the 2024 Texas Osteopathic Medical Association Meritorious Service award. Nominated by UIWSOM learners, this award recognizes her contributions to osteopathic medical education. Dr. Solis fervently hopes for and works toward a just and equitable world, doing what she can to bring those ideals to medical education and healthcare.