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Dr. Adam Rodman to deliver Woolliscroft Endowed Lecture on November 17
Adam Rodman, MD, MPH, FACP, a general internist and medical educator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, will deliver the James O. Woolliscroft, M.D. Endowed Lecture in Medical Education from 5-6 p.m. on November 17 in Forum Hall at Palmer Commons.
Medical School News
John Z. Ayanian, MD, MPP, wins national public health policy award
John Z. Ayanian, MD, MPP, has received one of the nation’s top awards for health researchers, as the 2026 winner of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award. The award, which recognizes major contributions to improving public health and health care, is jointly sponsored by RWJF and the AAMC, which is the national organization for medical schools and academic health systems.
Health Lab
Engineered nanoparticles sensitize gliomas to radiotherapy
University of Michigan researchers discovered a new pathway that sensitizes mIDH1 gliomas to radiation in human and mouse mIDH1 glioma cells and mouse models, paving the way for phase 1 clinical trials in humans
News Release
U-M Regents approve Michigan Medicine leadership changes
Two leadership positions for Michigan Medicine approved by U-M Board of Regents
Medical School News
Medical School well-represented among Strategic Initiative Fund’s first recipients
On Aug. 26, the University of Michigan announced 37 projects that will receive $40 million in initial funding from the Strategic Initiative Fund to pursue bold ideas.
Health Lab
New oral nanomedicine boosts effectiveness of cancer immunotherapies
University of Michigan researchers developed an oral drug that can increase the ability of T cells to attack tumors. The drug uses the microbial metabolite 3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, which is derived from dietary fiber.
Medical School News
Medical School News
Dr. Adam Rodman to deliver Woolliscroft Endowed Lecture on November 17
Adam Rodman, MD, MPH, FACP, a general internist and medical educator at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, will deliver the James O. Woolliscroft, M.D. Endowed Lecture in Medical Education from 5-6 p.m. on November 17 in Forum Hall at Palmer Commons.
Medical School News
John Z. Ayanian, MD, MPP, wins national public health policy award
John Z. Ayanian, MD, MPP, has received one of the nation’s top awards for health researchers, as the 2026 winner of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award. The award, which recognizes major contributions to improving public health and health care, is jointly sponsored by RWJF and the AAMC, which is the national organization for medical schools and academic health systems.
Medical School News
Medical School well-represented among Strategic Initiative Fund’s first recipients
On Aug. 26, the University of Michigan announced 37 projects that will receive $40 million in initial funding from the Strategic Initiative Fund to pursue bold ideas.
Medical School News
Michigan Medicine to celebrate GME Professionals Day August 21
Graduate Medical Education (GME) Professional’s Day — August 21 — is a dedicated moment to pause, recognize, and celebrate the extraordinary team members who serve as the backbone of the GME educational mission at Michigan Medicine.
Medical School News
H. David Humes, MD, named 2026 Distinguished University Innovator of the Year
H. David Humes, MD, is being awarded this year’s Distinguished University Innovator of the Year. The award is the highest honor for U-M faculty members who have developed transformative ideas, processes or technologies and shepherded them to market for broad societal impact.
Medical School News
White Coat Ceremony marks start of medical school journey for incoming M1s
On Sunday, July 26, the University of Michigan Medical School community welcomed 183 new medical students during the 30th annual White Coat Ceremony
Points of Blue
Points of Blue
Jacob Mack: Helping Trainees Take the Next Step
Clinical Assistant Professor Jacob Mack, MD, shares his path to Michigan Medicine, his passion for medical education, and how he mentors medical students and residents as they prepare for the next stage of their training.
Points of Blue
Jodi Ehrmann, MD: Shaping Growth, One Day at a Time
Jodi Ehrmann (she/her/hers), MD, is a clinical assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Michigan Medical School. She also serves as assessment clerkship director for pediatrics.
Points of Blue
Making Learning Click: Dr. Virginia Sheffield’s Approach to Medical Education
Dr. Virginia Sheffield is a clinician educator whose impact spans bedside teaching, residency training, and educational innovation. Whether leading residents, teaching on the wards, or caring for patients at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Sheffield is known for creating rigorous and engaging learning environments. Learners consistently describe her as a transformative educator who turns everyday clinical encounters into meaningful teaching opportunities.
Points of Blue
Uzochi Nwoko, MD student: Advocating for patients through medicine, policy and education
Medical student Uzochi Nwoko shares why he chose Michigan, advice on picking a specialty and why he decided to pursue a dual degree.
Points of Blue
The Importance of Asking "What If?" in Medical Education
Alison Affinati, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, is this month's Featured Educator. Learn more about her favorite education practices and some of the lessons she has learned over the years.
Points of Blue
Matt Wixson, MD: Mentoring the next generation of physicians
Meet Matt Wixson, MD, Clinical Associate Professor and Assistant Dean at the University of Michigan Medical School, dedicated to anesthesiology, medical student pathways and mentorship.
Health Lab
Health Lab
Engineered nanoparticles sensitize gliomas to radiotherapy
University of Michigan researchers discovered a new pathway that sensitizes mIDH1 gliomas to radiation in human and mouse mIDH1 glioma cells and mouse models, paving the way for phase 1 clinical trials in humans
Health Lab
New oral nanomedicine boosts effectiveness of cancer immunotherapies
University of Michigan researchers developed an oral drug that can increase the ability of T cells to attack tumors. The drug uses the microbial metabolite 3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, which is derived from dietary fiber.
Health Lab
Medical students develop novel technological solutions for unmet patient needs
University of Michigan medical students showcased AI-driven healthcare innovation projects focused on melanoma support, transplant recovery and primary care access.
Health Lab
Medical student’s invention aims to help infants with jaundice
University of Michigan medical student Daniel John has created BiliRoo, a low-cost, non-electric device designed to treat jaundice in newborns
Health Lab
Sanjay Gupta recounts his U-M years and shares life lessons for medical school commencement
Sanjay Gupta speaks with a Michigan Medicine Medical School graduate with words of wisdom for U-M graduates and his favorite past times of Ann Arbor.
Health Lab Podcast
How Student Debt is Impacting Nursing
Potential limits on borrowing for a nursing education could affect decisions to stay in the profession or seek advanced training.
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