Chosen for a Reason
Oct 3rd, 2019
Second-year medical student Tawanna Charlton stays motivated with scholarship support By: Tyler Francischine
The new faces of research
Oct 3rd, 2019
Meet the nine pre-doctoral fellows of the UF graduate program in biomedical sciences By: Tyler Francischine
Practice makes perfect
Oct 3rd, 2019
UF Center for Experiential Learning and Simulation hosts open house, simulation trainings By: Tyler Francischine
Leading with compassion
Oct 3rd, 2019
Second-year medical student Silvio Martinez builds relationships to create change By: Tyler Francischine
Honoring excellence
Oct 3rd, 2019
2019 Honors Convocation awards medical students’ achievements By: Tyler Francischine
An Activist for Equity
May 10th, 2019
Aparna Sethumadhavan begins her medical training with help from scholarship By: Tyler Francischine
Watch Match Day Live!
Mar 12th, 2019
Feb. 20, 2019 — On Friday, March 15, students from the UF College of Medicine class of 2019 will discover where they will spend the next few years of their medical careers. Some of the students’ friends and family (plus faculty, staff and alumni) are unable to share in the excitement. That is why we will bring…
Driven by Personal Motivation
Mar 10th, 2019
13 medical students awarded for their research contributions during annual ceremony
Sparking Innovation and Collaboration
Mar 3rd, 2019
UF College of Medicine Research Poster Session fosters inspiration, conversation across scientific disciplines By: Tyler Francischine
Dr. Kyle Rarey Receives 32nd Award for Excellence in Teaching!
Nov 30th, 2018
This award provides national recognition to faculty members who have distinguished themselves in medical student education. Kyle E. Rarey, PhD, Professor, Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology and Department of Otolaryngology, Director, Center for Anatomical Sciences Education, University of Florida College of Medicine.
Jun 27th, 2018
We are excited for you to join us and begin your medical education at UF College of Medicine! Please be sure to check the Office of Student Affairs website for 1st Year Orientation To- Do’s! There is an orientation checklist and orientation schedule available for you to review. Moreover, there are required documents that you…
Apr 10th, 2017
UF Health Shands Hospital has surpassed all pediatric heart transplant programs in the nation — with zero deaths over a two-and-a-half year period. Results were featured in a report released in January by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients, a database that analyzes and evaluates organ transplantation programs across the nation.
'>A DAY TO REMEMBER
Mar 13th, 2017
On Friday, March 17, students from the UF College of Medicine's class of 2017 discovered where they will complete their residency training.
Mar 7th, 2017
The University of Florida College of Medicine has maintained its historically high standing in the U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings of the nation’s top medical schools.
Feb 22nd, 2017
Feb 17th, 2017
For UF College of Medicine student Hunter Pattison, MS4, there’s more to the medical school experience than studying and taking exams.
UF Mobile Clinic caters to needs of uninsured
Feb 9th, 2017
If you’re sick, but you don’t have health insurance and going to the doctor is just not in the budget, you can get free health care through the University of Florida Mobile Outreach Clinic and the Equal Access Clinic. Click here to read this story!
Feb 1st, 2017
UF Health Shands Hospital has surpassed all pediatric heart transplant programs in the nation with zero deaths over a two and a half year period, according to a report released on Jan. 7 by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients, or SRTR, a database that analyzes and evaluates organ transplantation programs across the nation. Click…
A SMILE TO REMEMBER
Jan 18th, 2017
Late associate dean for student and alumni affairs, leaves lasting impact on the UF College of Medicine, click here to read his story!
Celebrating a Legacy
Jan 4th, 2017
Since 1956, the UF College of Medicine has graduated more than 5,800 physicians, 1,658 physician assistant and 1,183 PhD scientists and has trained tens of thousands of resident physicians. UF College of Medicine faculty are national leaders in fundamental, translational and clinical research. Click here to read more about UF COM’s 60th anniversary celebrations.
Research Spotlight: Michael Okun, MD
Dec 21st, 2016
From National Geographic: At the University of Florida, Parkinson’s disease patient Russell Price undergoes surgery to implant a deep brain stimulation (DBS) lead that will deliver electrical impulses to motion-controlling parts of his brain, treatment which has been shown to provide substantial relief from symptoms in appropriately selected patients. Additional improvement in some patients…
Dec 14th, 2016
Duane Mitchell, M.D., Ph.D., a faculty member in the Lillian S. Wells department of neurosurgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine, discusses his research involving immunotherapy for brain cancer. To see more Research Landscapes, click here!
Student Spotlight: Xavier Williams ’19
Dec 7th, 2016
When faced with hardship, University of Florida College of Medicine student Xavier Williams, MS2, keeps a clear mind by reminding himself that passion and motivation trump all else.
Student Spotlight: Chris Henson ’20
Dec 6th, 2016
Second chances in life are reminders that patience and hope can eventually lead to desired outcomes. For first-year UF College of Medicine student Chris Henson, two second chances landed him where he is today. Click here to read his story.
Heart to Heart
Dec 1st, 2016
UF surgeons and dedicated medical teams give miracle conjoined twins a chance at a full life through ground-breaking procedures.
One Step Closer
Nov 29th, 2016
To civilians, a doctor’s white coat symbolizes authority, professionalism and honor. To medical students on their way to becoming physicians, the white coat serves as a promise to uphold these values, no matter what. Please click through here to read more!
Student Spotlight: Kathy Ehresmann ’20
Nov 9th, 2016
Many UF College of Medicine students can recall the moment in their past when they realized medicine was their future. For U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Kathleen Ehresmann, MS1, that moment occurred at 500 feet. Read more of her story to medical school here!
Student Spotlight: Ansley Schulte ’18
Nov 2nd, 2016
It only takes a few dedicated, passionate individuals to make moves that can ignite widespread social change. As former president of the UF HealthQueer Alliance, third-year College of Medicine student Ansley Schulte is devoted to spreading awareness and education about LGBTQ issues in health care.
UF Health Cancer Center selected for unprecedented national pancreatic cancer clinical trial
Oct 26th, 2016
The University of Florida Health Cancer Center has been selected as one of 12 initial clinical trial sites participating in Precision Promise, the first large-scale precision medicine trial designed to transform outcomes for patients with pancreatic cancer. An initiative of the national nonprofit organization Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Precision Promise was announced Oct 4.…
On the horizon
Oct 19th, 2016
In January 2015, UF Health leaders, faculty, staff and community members gathered for the UF Health Heart & Vascular and Neuromedicine hospitals’ groundbreaking ceremony. In December 2017, less than three years later, our shared vision will become a reality as the hospitals open to patients and their families. Click here to read more!
UF receives record $724 million in research funding in FY 2015-16
Oct 13th, 2016
UF’s College of Medicine in Gainesville and Jacksonville brought in $298 million; the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, or IFAS, received $140 million; the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering was at $75 million; and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences received $40 million. The remaining colleges had a combined $171 million. Click this…
Alumni Portrait: Krystal Tomei, M.D. ’06
Oct 5th, 2016
In conjunction with the American Medical Association’s Women in Medicine Month, UF College of Medicine graduate Krystal Tomei, M.D. ’06 shares her life as a pediatric neurosurgeon.
Student Spotlight: Alexis Germain ’20 – The Path Ahead
Oct 5th, 2016
Alexis Germain is ready to begin her studies at the UF College of Medicine. Check out this link to read more of her story!
Recent Graduate Spotlight: Sam Lipten ’16
Oct 4th, 2016
UF College of Medicine class of 2016 graduate Sam Lipten has some words of wisdom for current and prospective students: keep the focus on the patient.
Student Spotlight: Altelisha Taylor ’19
Oct 4th, 2016
Second-year College of Medicine student Altelisha Taylor says the key to academic success is an open mind.