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PIBS Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in Biomedical Sciences
Event recap of the PIBS 25th anniversary celebration
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Four U-M faculty elected to National Academy of Medicine
Four of U-M's top health and medical researchers have been chosen for one of the nation's top honors.
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Female representation sees improvement in high paying medical specialties
The number of female residents getting into high paying surgical specialties has noticeably increased, research finds.
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Medical School News
Stephan F. Taylor, M.D., appointed interim chair of Department of Psychiatry
The Board of Regents has approved the appointment of Stephan F. Taylor, M.D., as interim chair of the Department of Psychiatry in the Medical School, effective October 1.
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Medical School News
Gretchen A. Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, appointed chair of Department of Learning Health Sciences
Gretchen A. Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, has been appointed chair of the Department of Learning Health Sciences (DLHS) in the Medical School, effective September 1. The provost provided interim approval of her appointment, and it will be reported at the September Board of Regents meeting.
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Swap and shop: 3 events and new campus site aid research equipment exchange
A series of swap events, and a new swap shop now open on Central Campus, have led to the collection and exchange of hundreds of items, which often are acquired by labs to realize costs savings in their areas. They also support UMMS and U-M waste-reduction goals, which are part of an overall sustainability strategy. Most of the items now go to labs that need them, rather than to a landfill
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PIBS Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in Biomedical Sciences
Event recap of the PIBS 25th anniversary celebration
Stephan F. Taylor, M.D.
Medical School News
Stephan F. Taylor, M.D., appointed interim chair of Department of Psychiatry
The Board of Regents has approved the appointment of Stephan F. Taylor, M.D., as interim chair of the Department of Psychiatry in the Medical School, effective October 1.
Gretchen A. Piatt, Ph.D., MPH
Medical School News
Gretchen A. Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, appointed chair of Department of Learning Health Sciences
Gretchen A. Piatt, Ph.D., MPH, has been appointed chair of the Department of Learning Health Sciences (DLHS) in the Medical School, effective September 1. The provost provided interim approval of her appointment, and it will be reported at the September Board of Regents meeting.
Lab Swap Days
Medical School News
Swap and shop: 3 events and new campus site aid research equipment exchange
A series of swap events, and a new swap shop now open on Central Campus, have led to the collection and exchange of hundreds of items, which often are acquired by labs to realize costs savings in their areas. They also support UMMS and U-M waste-reduction goals, which are part of an overall sustainability strategy. Most of the items now go to labs that need them, rather than to a landfill
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Medical School News
Welcoming visiting students from Ghana
Pediatrics and Neurosurgery are the latest departments to host visiting international students for clinical educational experiences.
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Medical School News
Resident leads Fogarty project to expand access to pediatric surgery in Rwanda
A University of Michigan Surgery resident has started a year-long project to train physicians in rural settings so they can better identify and manage pediatric patients who could benefit from surgical interventions.
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Ian McCue, PhD candidate: Embracing collaboration in and out of the lab
Ian McCue is a PhD Candidate in the Cell & Developmental Biology Program.
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David Stewart, MD: Shaping the next generation of pediatricians
David Stewart, MD, is a leader in pediatric medical education, guiding future physicians through hands-on hospital training and advancing competency-based education in pediatric residency programs.
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Hitarthi Vyas, postdoctoral fellow, sharing fresh perspectives on cardiovascular health
Hitarthi Vyas completed her doctorate in Cardiovascular Biology from The M. S. University of Baroda in 2023 and now works as a postdoctoral fellow in the Emmer lab.
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Jessie Mei Dalman: Following Your Passions
Jessie Mei Dalman (she/her/hers) comes from Portola Valley, California and graduated from Stanford University in 2018.
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Adrianne Haggins, MD, MS: Developing communication skills
Adrianne Haggins, MD, MS, is an associate clinical professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School.
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Sarah Hartley, MD, MHPE: Collaborating with the medical education community
Sarah Hartley, MD, MHPE, is a clinical professor of internal medicine and associate residency program director at the University of Michigan Medical School.
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Female representation sees improvement in high paying medical specialties
The number of female residents getting into high paying surgical specialties has noticeably increased, research finds.
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The data says we need to talk about physician mental health early
A medical student and surgery faculty member studied the longevity of depression symptoms developed by first-year resident trainees. With their findings now published, they hope to use this data to destigmatize conversations about physician mental health and pave the way for better cultural and institutional support.
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How to get into medical school
Admissions officers and students share valuable insight into the medical school application process, life in medical school, and more.
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Comedy and medicine
An ophthalmologist and beloved comedian shares his thoughts on the field to aspiring clinicians.
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Nearly 30% of caregivers for severe stroke survivors experience psychological distress
Post-traumatic stress worse among Mexican American caregivers compared to white caregivers.
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Michigan Medicine doctor gains new perspective as a stroke patient
Experience gave him a new appreciation for interprofessional patient care
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