/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usSat, 22 Feb 2025 06:01:42 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 11 Feb 2025 13:00:15 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchÎÞÂëרÇø has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.Research at a lab and microscope/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/academy-of-distinguished-educators-induction-2023-2024.aspxThe Morsani College of Medicine recognizes master educators at Academy of Distinguished Educators induction ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 05 Feb 2025 11:34:18 Morsani College of Medicine welcomes newest inductees of Academy of Distinguished EducatorsThe Morsani College of Medicine recognizes master educators at Academy of Distinguished Educators induction ceremony.distinguished educators with dr. lockwood and dr. bognar/health/news/2025/academy-of-distinguished-educators-induction-2023-2024.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxPeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researcher.Kurt LoftThu, 23 Jan 2025 00:37:04 COVID-19 may provide new clues on how to treat deadly lung diseasePeople who contract lung disease symptoms from COVID-19 may offer new hope for people who contract the deadly lung disease for other reasons, says a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researcher.Dr. Jose Herazo-Maya conducts research on pulmonary fibrosis, a deadly lung disease./health/news/2025/pulmonary-fibrosis.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanWed, 22 Jan 2025 08:25:32 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health pioneer recognized for years of dedication to interprofessional educationDawn Schocken was recognized for her tireless commitment to the mission of interprofessional education at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/dawn-schocken-ipe-award.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-mom-gives-back-after-lifesaving-care-usf-health-tgh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIR3ixleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSAiou9UG7E5s-G47uqu9M5-xayPCa1A2qJ3U-i61Q4poa4C0J6AQZQ7ZQ_aem_JQ5px-wYGsqwZTkApTB9bAAnja Crist's life took an unexpected turn after the birth of her son, leading to a medical emergency that changed everything. Thanks to the exceptional care from Tampa General Hospital and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health, she found a way to give back in a meaningful way.External ArticleFri, 17 Jan 2025 15:51:52 A grateful mom gives back after lifesaving care from ÎÞÂëרÇø Health, TGHAnja Crist's life took an unexpected turn after the birth of her son, leading to a medical emergency that changed everything. Thanks to the exceptional care from Tampa General Hospital and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health, she found a way to give back in a meaningful way.Anja Crist and her family walking on a beachhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-mom-gives-back-after-lifesaving-care-usf-health-tgh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIR3ixleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSAiou9UG7E5s-G47uqu9M5-xayPCa1A2qJ3U-i61Q4poa4C0J6AQZQ7ZQ_aem_JQ5px-wYGsqwZTkApTB9bAMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 H5N1: How worried should we be?Experts from ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.External ArticleTue, 31 Dec 2024 16:25:03 How to stick to your New Year’s resolutions according to ÎÞÂëרÇø Health expertsÎÞÂëרÇø researchers share tips to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and improve your health.A man tying his shoelaces before a run/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxA ÎÞÂëרÇø Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.External ArticleThu, 19 Dec 2024 16:04:01 How gift giving boosts your health and well-beingA ÎÞÂëרÇø Health expert explains how the simple act of giving can do more than spread holiday cheer and why it is the best gift you can give yourself this season.A person in red exchanging a wrapped gift/news/2024/how-gift-giving-boosts-your-health-and-well-being.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspx2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and dean of the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine.Lisa Greene SmithThu, 19 Dec 2024 14:35:13 2024 marks a decade of growth for ÎÞÂëרÇø Health under leadership of Charles J. Lockwood2024 marks ten years of leadership for Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and dean of the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine.Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM /health/news/2024/lockwood-decade.aspxMorsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video produced by Diamond View StudiosMon, 16 Dec 2024 23:28:54 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health launches state-funded hyperbaric oxygen therapy trial with first patientFlorida House Speaker Paul Renner visited the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Center, which is at the center of a state-funded $28 million study researching the effectiveness of treating Florida veterans with traumatic brain injury.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/speaker-renner-visits-hbot-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Research/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 16:21:32 COPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turfAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?Researcher in front of a poster/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxCollege of Public Health,Research/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. ÎÞÂëרÇø Health partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 11 Dec 2024 08:36:29 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health models civic dialogue, free speech at COVID Conversations conferenceNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. ÎÞÂëרÇø Health partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.A participant at the conference asks a question, with an audience behind her/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxThe interdisciplinary research led by ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 14:26:23 How ultra-processed foods may drive colorectal cancer riskThe interdisciplinary research led by ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute highlights the need to reevaluate the core components of the Western diet and paves the way for a new therapy called resolution medicine.Ganesh Halade and Timothy Yeatman in their lab/news/2024/how-ultra-processed-foods-may-drive-colorectal-cancer-risk.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during ÎÞÂëרÇø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.External ArticleTue, 10 Dec 2024 09:00:10 ÎÞÂëרÇø sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during ÎÞÂëרÇø’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.Two researchers in a lab/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch/health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Allison LongThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:32:05 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health and Tampa VA announce revolutionary skin cancer detection technologyDr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin.Dr. Thomas Beachkofsky uses the Line-Field Confocal Optical Coherence Tomography (LC-OCT) system to capture real-time 3D images of a patient’s skin./health/news/2024/derm-lcoct.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 05 Dec 2024 00:18:12 Award-winning writer recognized as ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Culture ChampionAward winning writer Dave Scheiber was recognized as a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Culture Champion for telling the story commemorating the 50-year journey of the Morsani College of Medicine.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/dave-scheiber-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Ybor Youth Clinic receives Gold Adolescent-Centered Environment Certification from the Adolescent Health InitiativeThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Ybor Youth Clinic has been awarded Gold Certification as an adolescent-centered health clinic from the Adolescent Health Initiative, becoming the first in Florida to receive this honor and reflecting the clinic's commitment to the highest standards of care.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ybor-youth-clinic-recieves-ace-cert.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxResearchers at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Cody R. Hawley, PhDMon, 02 Dec 2024 14:00:00 Landmark AI project led by ÎÞÂëרÇø Health harnesses voice to diagnose disease, releases first dataResearchers at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health, as part of a multi-institutional project investigating voice as a biomarker for disease, have published the first clinically validated voice dataset to an online AI platform where it will be an invaluable resource for researchers across the globe.Dr. Yael Bensoussan at a podium with a Bridge2AI backdrop/health/news/2024/bridge2ai-voice-data-release.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxA new peer-reviewed study by ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.Kurt LoftMon, 25 Nov 2024 10:32:38 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researchers turn to podcasts to share information on infectious diseasesA new peer-reviewed study by ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researchers describes the advantages of podcasts for sharing credible information about infectious disease and includes a handy guide to leading podcasts in the field.A podcasting mic sits open in a conference room /health/news/2024/podcasts-infectious.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.Ryan RossyWed, 20 Nov 2024 00:39:04 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health honors Patti Lane with a Culture Coin for excellence in coordinating patient careFor her exceptional commitment to patients and her embodiment of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health’s core values, Lane was recently nominated as a Culture Champion.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/cc-patti-lane-2024.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient CareHealth Facultyhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftThe ÎÞÂëרÇø received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.External ArticleMon, 18 Nov 2024 09:30:46 From a dedicated benefactor, a final giftThe ÎÞÂëרÇø received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.Researchers at the Byrd Institute are working toward a cure for Alzheimer's diseasehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/dedicated-benefactor-final-giftMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Ryan RossyFri, 15 Nov 2024 16:46:49 IPE Day 2024 addresses nutrition, food insecurity, community healthIPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/ipe-day-2024.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,PA Program,Physical Therapy/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.External ArticleFri, 15 Nov 2024 15:23:52 ÎÞÂëרÇø and TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa BayThe agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Representatives from the ÎÞÂëרÇø, Tampa General Hospital and Medical Microinstruments pose with the Symani Surgical System/news/2024/usf-and-tgh-partner-with-robotics-company-to-become-the-first-to-bring-life-saving-surgical-technology-to-tampa-bay.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Dave ScheiberFri, 15 Nov 2024 09:15:49 MD/PhD program recruits the toughest students – and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health wants more of themThese students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.Natasha Ram, an MD/PhD students, speaks about her educational experience/health/news/2024/md-phd-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ÎÞÂëרÇø will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.External ArticleThu, 14 Nov 2024 14:07:49 ÎÞÂëרÇø researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA groundbreaking new study conducted by the ÎÞÂëרÇø will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.Four young boys on their phones while sitting on a gray sofahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.Cody R. Hawley, PhDThu, 14 Nov 2024 13:22:10 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health hosts ribbon-cutting for expanded Chalsty Pediatric Clinic after $1 million gift from Chalsty familyThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.The newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic was made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill and John Chalsty/health/news/2024/chalsty-pediatric-clinic-ribbon-cutting.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Diabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Allison LongThu, 14 Nov 2024 10:01:58 ÎÞÂëרÇø Diabetes Center advances care through pioneering researchThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Diabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.Dr. Henry Rodriguez, clinical director of the ÎÞÂëרÇø Diabetes & Endocrinology Center and professor of pediatrics with the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/diabetes-research-11142024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÎÞÂëרÇø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.External ArticleWed, 13 Nov 2024 10:16:07 ÎÞÂëרÇø student intersects medicine and lawAhmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from ÎÞÂëרÇø's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.Ahmed-Zayn Mohamed looking at a computer screen with medical information/news/2024/usf-student-intersects-medicine-and-law.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine joins an prestigious group of medical schools to house a Hippocratic tree seedling and bust of Hippocrates.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman, Video by Allison LongTue, 05 Nov 2024 08:25:01 Hippocratic tree and commemorative bust unveiled at dedication ceremonyThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine joins an prestigious group of medical schools to house a Hippocratic tree seedling and bust of Hippocrates.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/hippocratic-tree-and-hippocrates-bust-dedication-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/bailey-named-tech-educator-of-the-year.aspxDr. Shannon Bailey, assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine, was recently recognized as the Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 15:54:47 MCOM assistant professor named Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the YearDr. Shannon Bailey, assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine, was recently recognized as the Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year.Dr. Shannon Bailey honored at the Tampa Bay Tech Awards/health/news/2024/bailey-named-tech-educator-of-the-year.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across ÎÞÂëרÇø and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the ÎÞÂëרÇø Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).Ryan RossyWed, 30 Oct 2024 09:55:59 ÎÞÂëרÇø volunteers support Tampa Bay through hurricane disaster reliefAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across ÎÞÂëרÇø and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the ÎÞÂëרÇø Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxPolicy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 29 Oct 2024 15:43:10 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical ServicesPolicy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide.Policy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide./health/news/2024/usf-health-to-establish-flcems.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxThe National Institute of Health has awarded a $3.75 million research grant to a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researchers team to study Long COVID and its potential link to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.Dave ScheiberFri, 25 Oct 2024 14:45:29 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health receives $3.75 million NIH award to research whether Long COVID may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and dementiaThe National Institute of Health has awarded a $3.75 million research grant to a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health researchers team to study Long COVID and its potential link to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.Dr. Subhra Mohapatra leads a team with a new NIH grant studying Long COVID and its potential links to Alzheimer's disease./health/news/2024/long-covid-grant.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/kunhua-song-aha-fellow.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø Health Heart Institute associate professor elected as an American Heart Association Fellow.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanTue, 22 Oct 2024 00:05:47 Heart Institute associate professor elected as American Heart Association FellowÎÞÂëרÇø Health Heart Institute associate professor elected as an American Heart Association Fellow.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/kunhua-song-aha-fellow.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/pa-program-class-of-2026-white-coat-ceremony.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø Health welcomed 49 new physician assistant students during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanMon, 07 Oct 2024 17:08:03 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health welcomes new physician assistant studentsÎÞÂëרÇø Health welcomed 49 new physician assistant students during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/pa-program-class-of-2026-white-coat-ceremony.aspxPA Program/health/news/2024/wendy-steiger-culture-coin.aspxWendy Steiger, assistant registrar, was recently recognized as a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Culture Champion for her professionalism and initiative.Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:43:48 MCOM registrar recognized as culture championWendy Steiger, assistant registrar, was recently recognized as a ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Culture Champion for her professionalism and initiative.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/wendy-steiger-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2024/fpta-honors.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø Health faculty, student and alumnus were recognized at the 2024 FPTA conference for excellence in teaching, clinical instruction, and student achievement.Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:09:29 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Celebrates Multiple FPTA HonorsÎÞÂëרÇø Health faculty, student and alumnus were recognized at the 2024 FPTA conference for excellence in teaching, clinical instruction, and student achievement.Dr. Jeannie Stephenson was honored with an "Award for Excellence in Academic Teaching" award at the FPTA conference./health/news/2024/fpta-honors.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2024/barry-sirard-culture-champion.aspxSELECT medical student is recognized as a culture champion for his professionalism.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:42:29 SELECT student recognized as culture champion for providing compassionate careSELECT medical student is recognized as a culture champion for his professionalism.Barry Sirard and Robert Barraco/health/news/2024/barry-sirard-culture-champion.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/white-coat-tcop-09202024.aspxKicking off the start of both their professional training and career journeys, 82 students in the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Taneja College of Pharmacy Class of 2028 attended the annual White Coat Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 19, 2024.Allison LongFri, 20 Sep 2024 23:18:45 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Taneja College of Pharmacy Welcomes Class of 2028 with White Coat CeremonyKicking off the start of both their professional training and career journeys, 82 students in the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Taneja College of Pharmacy Class of 2028 attended the annual White Coat Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 19, 2024.TCOP Student receives his white coat/health/news/2024/white-coat-tcop-09202024.aspxTaneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2024/nishit-patel-40-under-40.aspxDr. Nishit Patel earns a spot on a prestigious list.Story by Freddie ColemanTue, 17 Sep 2024 10:02:54 MCOM’s Dr. Nishit Patel earns spot on prestigious listDr. Nishit Patel earns a spot on a prestigious list.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/nishit-patel-40-under-40.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/microtia-toman-usfh.aspxDr. Julia Toman of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health discusses microtia, a congenital condition affecting ear development. Learn about the latest surgical advancements offering life-changing options for patients, improving both appearance and functionality. Dr. Toman explains various presentations of microtia, surgical approaches, and the importance of awareness among healthcare providers.Allison LongMon, 16 Sep 2024 15:24:22 New surgical hope for patients with microtiaDr. Julia Toman of ÎÞÂëרÇø Health discusses microtia, a congenital condition affecting ear development. Learn about the latest surgical advancements offering life-changing options for patients, improving both appearance and functionality. Dr. Toman explains various presentations of microtia, surgical approaches, and the importance of awareness among healthcare providers.Grade 3 microtia also known as "peanut ear."/health/news/2024/microtia-toman-usfh.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/familymedsep2024.aspxIn a time when access to comprehensive and compassionate health care can be a challenge, ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Family Medicine stands out by simplifying care for all families. For one single mother and her two children, the team at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health has proven to be more than just medical providers -- they've become a true support system.Ryan RossyMon, 09 Sep 2024 14:28:51 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Family Medicine simplifies care for a single mother’s familyIn a time when access to comprehensive and compassionate health care can be a challenge, ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Family Medicine stands out by simplifying care for all families. For one single mother and her two children, the team at ÎÞÂëרÇø Health has proven to be more than just medical providers -- they've become a true support system.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/familymedsep2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2024/class-of-2028-white-coat-ceremony.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø Health's 130 newest medical student received their first white coats at the Class of 2028 White Coat Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman and Ryan RossyFri, 06 Sep 2024 15:34:20 Medical students receive first white coatsÎÞÂëרÇø Health's 130 newest medical student received their first white coats at the Class of 2028 White Coat Ceremony.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/class-of-2028-white-coat-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/rep-kathy-castor-tours-fmri-2024.aspxThe new fMRI will expand research grant opportunities for ÎÞÂëרÇø faculty and studentsWed, 04 Sep 2024 16:45:02 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health hosts U.S. Rep Kathy Castor for tour of newly installed functional MRIThe new fMRI will expand research grant opportunities for ÎÞÂëרÇø faculty and studentsÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/rep-kathy-castor-tours-fmri-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/mcom-white-coat-ceremonies-of-the-past.aspxHere's a look at White Coat Ceremonies across 50 years for the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 08:43:50 A look back at White Coat ceremonies at the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of MedicineHere's a look at White Coat Ceremonies across 50 years for the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine.ÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/mcom-white-coat-ceremonies-of-the-past.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxThe bridge agreement invests in academic medicine, strengthening integration across the two organizations and deepening their commitment to excellence in quality health careTue, 27 Aug 2024 18:07:53 Tampa General Hospital and ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Enter New Era of Academic Medicine with Increased Investments, Greater Integration, More Exceptional CareThe bridge agreement invests in academic medicine, strengthening integration across the two organizations and deepening their commitment to excellence in quality health careÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/tgh-usfhealth-expand-affiliation-with-bridge-agreement-2024.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/dr-zwygart-joins-mcom-family-medicine.aspxThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Family Medicine welcomes a new education leaderStory by Freddie ColemanThu, 22 Aug 2024 10:36:39 Family Medicine residency program welcomes new education leaderThe ÎÞÂëרÇø Health Morsani College of Medicine Department of Family Medicine welcomes a new education leaderÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/dr-zwygart-joins-mcom-family-medicine.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/mcom-student-affairs-welcomes-new-leader.aspxDr. Christopher Jackson takes the helm of the MCOM Office of Student Affairs.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanMon, 19 Aug 2024 08:53:41 MCOM Student Affairs welcomes new leaderDr. Christopher Jackson takes the helm of the MCOM Office of Student Affairs.Dr. Christopher Jackson Portrait/health/news/2024/mcom-student-affairs-welcomes-new-leader.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2024/usf_health_faculty_fill_create_award_teams.aspxÎÞÂëרÇø researchers were recently awarded $1 million in seed funding through CREATE awards to catalyze new researchTue, 13 Aug 2024 13:46:29 ÎÞÂëרÇø Health faculty among teams selected for new CREATE Awards that will help solve critical challengesÎÞÂëרÇø researchers were recently awarded $1 million in seed funding through CREATE awards to catalyze new researchÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf_health_faculty_fill_create_award_teams.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxDr. Sten Vermund will join ÎÞÂëרÇø in January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experienceBy Sarah WorthThu, 08 Aug 2024 09:02:15 ÎÞÂëרÇø names new dean for the ÎÞÂëרÇø Health College of Public HealthDr. Sten Vermund will join ÎÞÂëרÇø in January, bringing decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experienceÎÞÂëרÇø: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2024/usf_names_new_public_health_dean.aspxCollege of Public Health