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Fort Davis Today
By the People, for the People
Telehealth Hubs Bring Care to Rural Texas Communities
Shipping container clinics supported by universities expand access to healthcare in remote areas.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:37pm
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A new telehealth program in rural Texas is using shipping container clinics as hubs to provide remote healthcare services to underserved communities. The Davis Mountain Clinic in Fort Davis, supported by Texas A&M University and Texas Tech University, is one example of this innovative approach to expanding access to primary and specialty care in areas with limited local medical resources.
Why it matters
Many rural communities across the U.S. face shortages of healthcare providers and limited access to medical services. Telehealth programs that leverage technology and community-based facilities can help bridge this gap and improve health outcomes for residents who would otherwise have to travel long distances to see a doctor.
The details
The Davis Mountain Clinic is housed in a repurposed shipping container and serves as a telehealth hub, connecting patients with providers at the two supporting universities. The clinic is equipped with medical devices that allow clinicians to remotely examine and diagnose patients, order tests, and prescribe treatments. This model aims to make it easier for elderly and disabled residents to receive ongoing care without having to travel outside their community.
- The Davis Mountain Clinic opened in Fort Davis in early 2026.
The players
Texas A&M University
A public research university that is supporting the telehealth program and providing clinicians to serve rural patients.
Texas Tech University
A public research university that is also supporting the telehealth program and providing clinicians to serve rural patients.
Davis Mountain Clinic
A telehealth hub located in a repurposed shipping container in Fort Davis, Texas, that connects rural patients with healthcare providers at the supporting universities.
The takeaway
The telehealth hub model demonstrates how technology and community-based facilities can be leveraged to improve healthcare access and outcomes in rural areas that traditionally have been underserved.
