April 2023
Can the complex biological changes in a bear’s body during hibernation teach us something about reducing damage to human patients’ heart? Read about a study by Dr. Paul Iaizzo from the Visible Heart®️ Laboratories that has major implications for human care. READ MORE>>
Dr. Nancy Ascher, a former General Surgery Chief Resident and past Clinical Director of the Liver Transplant Program, is a pioneer in organ transplantation and the first woman in the world to perform a liver transplant. Learn more about outstanding female faculty in Surgery. LEARN MORE>>
Dr. David Boulware from the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine was featured in a TIME article on Health and COVID-19 that focused on using antiviral drugs to potentially reduce the risk of developing Long COVID. READ MORE>>
Donor and recipient families and others gathered to raise the Donate Life flag at the Lion's Gift of Sight Eye Bank. Donate Life Month honors eye, organ, tissue, blood and bone marrow donors. Currently, more than 2,300 Minnesotans are waiting for a second chance. Learn more about becoming a registered eye, organ and tissue donor. LEARN MORE>>
With climate change being described as "the greatest threat to global health in the 21st century" by the WHO, a new student group from the Medical School is working to ensure that all future physicians have the knowledge to face the health and equity impacts of climate change head on. READ MORE>>
Dr. Jerica Berge of the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health has been awarded the title of Distinguished McKnight University Professor, one of the highest recognitions offered at U of M, and one that remains throughout the faculty member's tenure here. READ MORE>>
Dr. David Boulware was elected as a new member of the AAP (Association of American Physicians), an honorary medical society founded in 1885 for “the advancement of scientific and practical medicine.” He joins 15 other Medical School faculty in the AAP. LEARN MORE>>
The AAI (American Association of Immunologists) recognized Dr. Yoji Shimizu and 18 other members as "Distinguished Fellows of AAI Class of 2023" for their notable careers and scientific contributions. Dr. Shimizu is in the the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. READ MORE>>
The annual PRESS (Pediatric Research, Education, and Scholarship Symposium) showcases the breadth and depth of research completed by all levels of learners. Congratulations to the many medical students, residents, fellows, graduate students and post-docs who participated! LEARN MORE>>
Eighteen finalists competing for the 2023 Young Investigators Awards presented cutting-edge science at the ACC (American College of Cardiology)/WCC (World Congress of Cardiology) Scientific Sessions. Dr. Felipe Kazmirsczak from the Department of Medicine was awarded second place in the Basic & Translational Science category. LEARN MORE>>
