Valerie Southivong

Administrative Manager
Department of Ophthalmology

Surprising fact: I started working at UTSW when I was in high school – just a part-time job at the time – and I never left. What began as a simple role turned into a long-term career shaped by challenge, growth, and purpose. I’ve had the opportunity to grow alongside one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, taking on more responsibility and stepping into leadership roles I never could’ve predicted. I’m proud of the path I’ve taken, grateful to the managers who saw potential in me, and thankful to UTSW for fostering an environment where hard work and dedication lead to real advancement.

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