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March 04, 2022
Visual storyteller: Project combines health, photography
A medical student’s research project in Kenya finds him viewing health through a new lens — the one in his camera.

March 04, 2022
If you build it, they will train: DIY laparoscopy trainer designed for LMIC settings
Sometimes the best way to think outside the box is to just build a brand new box from scratch

February 18, 2022
A conversation with Debra Weinstein, M.D., executive vice dean for academic affairs and chief academic officer
Michigan Medicine Headlines caught up with Weinstein as she acclimates to a new role, new institution and new town, and contemplates Michigan Medicine’s exciting future

February 14, 2022
Arul M. Chinnaiyan, M.D., Ph.D., awarded prestigious Sjoberg Prize for cancer research
Renowned Michigan Medicine researcher is recognized by Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences for pioneering prostate cancer discovery

February 10, 2022
Three U-M medical students increase access to mental health services for their peers
A new initiative provides medical students with confidential psychological care and psychiatric services at no charge

February 03, 2022
Opinion: Don’t overlook homeless as pandemic continues
Medical students Payge Barnard, left, and Gabriella VanAken, right, recently had an editorial published in the Detroit Free Press

February 02, 2022
Joseph C. Kolars, M.D., to lead board of international global health organization
The world’s largest academic global health conference is fast approaching, and with it a leadership change that will find a U-M faculty member in a top organizational role

January 26, 2022
14 Medical School faculty named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Selection as an AAAS fellow is among the most distinct honors within the scientific community

January 18, 2022
Three faculty with ties to Medical School to receive Sarah Goddard Power Award for 2022
University of Michigan honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the betterment of women through their leadership, scholarship or other ways in their professional life

December 16, 2021
Finding your roots: Project allows physician to bring his passions back home
Technology finally caught up with Akbar Waljee's desire to conduct meaningful global health work in his native Kenya

December 15, 2021
$30M gift to establish the Ronald Weiser Center for Prostate Cancer at Michigan Medicine
Gift will elevate patient care through investment in staff, infrastructure, technology and more

December 14, 2021
Can I sign your walking stick? New exhibit highlights a graduation tradition
Long before yearbooks or social media, college and professional school graduates carved their signatures on ceremonial canes to forever remember each other’s friendship

December 03, 2021
Aruna V. Sarma, Ph.D., MHA, appointed assistant dean for research faculty
In her new role, she will lead Michigan Medicine efforts in developing and promoting research track faculty members

November 16, 2021
The Nature Index: Michigan Medicine No. 3 healthcare institution for scientific research in 2020
Compiled by Nature Research, rankings provide an overview of research for institutions and countries based on the number of scientific articles published in 82 high-quality natural-science journals

November 10, 2021
Lori J. Pierce, M.D., earns lifetime achievement award for contributions to radiation oncology
The award is considered the highest achievement for a member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology

November 04, 2021
Data science collaboration to improve health in Kenya garners National Institutes of Health funding
The project will be the first-of its kind initiative in the region, harnessing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other emerging technologies to improve health and care delivery in local communities

October 27, 2021
John Ayanian, Janet Smith to deliver Distinguished University Professorship lectures on Nov. 3
The Board of Regents established these professorships to recognize senior faculty who have exceptional scholarly or creative achievements, national and international reputations for academic excellence and superior records of teaching, mentoring and service

October 21, 2021
Debra F. Weinstein, M.D., appointed as new EVDAA in Medical School and chief academic officer for Michigan Medicine
The EVDAA/CAO is responsible for the educational mission of Michigan Medicine — which includes strategic development, operational oversight, and budgetary accountability — as well as faculty affairs and faculty development activities

October 19, 2021
U-M Pharmacology Chair Lori Isom, Ph.D., elected to the National Academy of Medicine
The academy recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service and who have made major contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care, and public health

September 23, 2021
Board of Regents approves appointment of two Medical School faculty to leadership positions
Karl J. Jepsen, Ph.D., is associate dean for research and Daniel E. Michele, Ph.D., is interim chair of the Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology, both effective Sept. 1

September 23, 2021
Valuing culture and mentorship: Q&A with John Carethers, M.D., chair of Internal Medicine
He discusses his term as chair, the challenges his teams face, where he sees the department going in the future, and what his advice is for the next generation of leaders

September 15, 2021
First-year medical student Sam Grewe wins gold at Paralympics
He competed in the men’s T63 high jump shortly after starting his path forward as an aspiring physician

September 08, 2021
Rajesh S. Mangrulkar, M.D., named director of the U-M Center for Interprofessional Education
The center works to transform collaborative health practice through engaged and experiential learning across disciplines and professions

September 01, 2021
Brain food: Michigan Medicine hosts food drive to help kids learn and serve neighbors in need
Drive-up donation site and online giving effort for Food Gatherers will help address record demand for food and toiletries, and support the health of adults and children

August 11, 2021