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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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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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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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Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., appointed assistant dean for global health research
Lyle C. Roll Professor Akbar K. Waljee, M.D., from the departments of Learning Health Sciences and Internal Medicine, has been appointed assistant dean for global health research in the Medical School
New Medical School Distinguished University Professors Roger D. Cone, Ph.D., and Mark A. Fessler, Ph.D.
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Two faculty with Medical School ties named distinguished university professors
The Board of Regents approved the appointments July 18 for Professor of Molecular and Integrative Physiology Roger D. Cone, Ph.D., and Professor of Radiology and Biomedical Engineering Jeffrey A. Fessler, Ph.D., to one of U-M’s most prestigious honors: the Distinguished University Professorship (DUP).
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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
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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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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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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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New Women's Leadership Program marks inaugural cohort graduation
Three women from a partner institution in China have become the first to complete a year-long program designed to hone their leadership skills.
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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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Audrey DeSchryver: Exploring the impact of diet
Audrey DeSchryver is an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Seeley Lab, Michigan Summer Undergraduate Research Experience: Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases (M-SURE) Program
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Anjola Onadipe: Reflecting on the purpose of medicine
Anjola Onadipe graduated in 2019 from Minnesota State University, Mankato and came to Michigan to attend the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, during which time he developed a strong connection with the Michigan students community.
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Jasnoor Singh: Remixing past and present
Jasnoor (he/him/his) lived in Canton, MI and graduated from University of Michigan College of Engineering ('21).
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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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