Announcements
Transitional Year Program provides WVU ophthalmology residents with crucial skills ahead of specialized training
As he prepares to wrap up his first year of medical residency in the Transitional Year Residency Program and advance to an ophthalmology residency in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Omar Sadat, M.D., said his experiences through the program have added some crucial tools to his toolbelt for his next three years of specialized training.
WVU researchers develop 3D model to better treat neurological disorders
A 3D model developed by West Virginia University neuroscientists shows how implantable stimulators — the same kind used to treat chronic pain — can target neurons that control specific muscles to provide rehabilitation for people with neurological disorders such as stroke and spinal cord injuries.
Immunology and medical microbiology alum found passion for research at School of Medicine
When Annabelle Smith came to West Virginia University, she knew she wanted to pursue a career in the medical field, but she wasn’t sure what her path would be. While working in the lab at the School of Medicine, she found her love for research.
WVU in the News: WVU School of Nursing partners with Arellano University
WVU Nursing introduced a partnership with Arellano University to offer a new collaborative program for nursing exchange students.
Community-centered hygienist named outstanding dental school alumni
Gina Sharps, long-time dental hygienist and West Virginia University School of Dentistry graduate, received the dental school alumni association's Outstanding Alumni Award at the spring reunion celebration.
Provider and children's oral health advocate named dental school distinguished alumnus
Dr. Michael George, West Virginia University School of Dentistry alumnus, past alumni board president and children's oral health advocate, was selected as the alumni association's Distinguished Alumnus at the organization's annual spring reunion in April.
WVU Division of Physical Therapy holds white coat ceremony, celebrates students’ transition to patient care
The West Virginia University School of Medicine’s Division of Physical Therapy hosted a white coat ceremony for 32 students on May 4 at the Okey Patteson Auditorium in Morgantown.
Dental school seniors recognized for academic achievement, superior skills, community dentistry
Graduates of the Doctor of Dental Surgery program and Bachelor of Science Dental Hygiene program at West Virginia University School of Dentistry celebrated academic and clinical achievement at a senior awards ceremony May 8, 2024.
New mobile teaching kitchen to provide free locally-grown produce, cooking demonstrations across eastern panhandle
West Virginia University’s Farm to You program unveiled a new mobile teaching kitchen. The kitchen will distribute free, locally-grown produce to patients and host student-led cooking demonstrations in the community.
WVU CED shares mental health life hacks for the disability community during Mental Health Awareness Month
Eric Murphy, mental health specialist at the WVU CED, shares info and mental health life hacks for individuals with disabilities.