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February 12, 2018
Two Medical School faculty selected to receive Power Award
Honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the betterment of women through their leadership, scholarship or other ways in their professional life
February 12, 2018
Executive Vice Dean for Research Bishr Omary, M.D., Ph.D., named AGA VP, future president
Founded in 1897, the American Gastroenterological Association is involved in all aspects of the science, practice and advancement of gastroenterology
January 31, 2018
U-M will hold “hackathon” for health communication, with help from Sanjay Gupta and family
Application is now open for participation in marathon event March 23-25, focused on innovation for sharing information in times of crisis and beyond
January 23, 2018
Medical School associate dean tackles difficult discussions with patients on new AMA podcast
Rajesh S. Mangrulkar, M.D., hosting first season of American Medical Association’s “Doc Talk”
January 16, 2018
Former U.S. surgeon general Vivek H. Murthy, M.D., MBA, to serve as 2018 Commencement speaker
Murthy, who served as the nation’s doctor from 2014-17, has led the way in medical education, social action and health care dialogue
January 08, 2018
Second Clinical Simulation Center to benefit learners at all levels
The new 7,500-square-foot space allows current and future health care professionals a chance to prepare for real-world scenarios and rehearse new medical procedures
January 08, 2018
Know Your Leaders: Q&A with David J. Brown, M.D.
Headlines recently caught up with the head of OHEI to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts on campus and the challenges and successes Michigan Medicine has experienced
January 08, 2018
Two Medical School faculty named to new interprofessional leadership fellows cohort
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Carrie L. Bell, M.D., and Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Jaynee A. Handelsman, Ph.D., represent the Medical School in the new IPL fellows class
December 26, 2017
2017 Dean's Awards: Education Honorees (with video)
Kaiser Permanente Award for Excellence in Pre-Clinical Teaching recipient Jennifer N. Stojan, M.D., MHPE; Kaiser Permanente Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching recipient Zachary N. London, M.D.; and Lifetime Achievement Award in Medical Education recipients Kate F. Barald, Ph.D., and Michael J. Shea, M.D.
December 19, 2017
2017 Dean's Awards: Community Service Honorees (with video)
Global Community Service Award recipients Vladimir M. Ognenovski, M.D., and Mark E.P. Prince, M.D.; and Local Community Service Award recipients Sheila M. Marcus, M.D., and Margaret A. Riley, M.D.
December 15, 2017
Coalition seeks to increase transparency on life science career prospects
Nine U.S. research universities, including the University of Michigan, and a major cancer institute form the Coalition for Next Generation Life Science
December 13, 2017
2017 Dean's Awards: Research Honorees (with video)
Basic Science Research Award recipients Anthony Antonellis, Ph.D., and Peter K. Todd, M.D., Ph.D.; Clinical Research Award recipient Daniel J. Clauw, M.D.; Health Services Research Award recipient M.E. Michele Heisler, M.D., MPA; Innovation and Commercialization Award recipients Shaomeng Wang, Ph.D., and Kevin R. Ward, M.D.; and Distinguished Faculty Lectureship Award in Biomedical Research recipient Peter Arvan, M.D., Ph.D.
December 12, 2017
Surgeons cut opioid prescriptions dramatically, with no increase in pain
Guidelines developed from gallbladder patient data and interviews form the basis of a new effort to right-size opioid prescribing for many operations
December 11, 2017
Medical research and innovation going strong at U-M, with record year for Michigan Medicine
Research funds awarded and spent, and technology transfer, all rise
December 07, 2017
Dee E. Fenner, M.D., named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
She is highly regarded in the field, and has consistently served in leadership roles in numerous prestigious academic and medical organizations
December 06, 2017
2017 Dean's Awards: Clinical Honorees (with video)
Outstanding Clinician Award recipients James D. Geiger, M.D., Rachel L. Glick, M.D., Marie M. Lozon, M.D., and John M. Park, M.D., and Lifetime Achievement Award in Clinical Care recipient Richard H. Simon, M.D.
November 29, 2017
Mission accomplished: Medical School transforms guiding statement
In addition to crafting an updated mission, academic leadership also constructed a set of strategic pillars for the school
November 29, 2017
2017 Dean's Awards: Staff Honorees (with video)
Administrator of the Year recipient Matthew C. Comstock, MBA, MHSA; Professional Staff of the Year recipient Lisa F. Garber, M.A.; and Support Staff of the Year Award recipient Rebecca E. Weeks
November 21, 2017
Two Medical School faculty elected to American Association for the Advancement of Science
E. Neil G. Marsh, Ph.D., and Shawn Xu, Ph.D., honored for their efforts toward advancing science applications that are deemed scientifically or socially distinguished
November 17, 2017
In search of a quiet death
The University of Sao Paulo and U-M Division of Geriatric Palliative Medicine have launched a program where Brazilian residents have come to Michigan to learn the basics of palliative medicine
November 15, 2017
Medical School bestows Dean's Awards on 23 faculty and staff
Program recognizes exceptional accomplishment in the areas of teaching, research, clinical care, community service, innovation and administration
November 02, 2017
Dean’s Frontier Seminar on Nov. 8 will examine opioid epidemic
The seminars showcase and highlight innovations in basic science, translational and clinical research achieved by U-M faculty
November 02, 2017
Medical students connect with peers at third annual Interprofessional Town Hall
Students from health sciences schools discussed the value of interprofessional education (IPE) and collaborative care for improved patient outcomes and population health
October 31, 2017
Medical School website earns CASE V Gold Award
Member institutions are honored for their creative efforts in communications, alumni relations and development
October 25, 2017