Announcements
CED and Augusta Levy introduce new Wheeling support group for parents of children with disabilities
The WVU CED and the Augusta Levy Learning Center are offering a new monthly Circle of Parents Support Group in Wheeling, WV. The first meeting happens on July 16, 2024, with monthly meetings happening every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2:30 p.m.
WVU in the News: WVU researchers developing home sleep apnea test device to offer help to more patients
Dr. Sunil Sharma, division chief and professor in the WVU School of Medicine, discusses his research on sleep apnea with The Dominion Post.
WVU in the News: Fentanyl overdoses may cause brain injury
Dr. James Mahoney, associate professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting by Psychology Today about fentanyl overdoses.
WVU in the News: WV Poison Center director named Distinguished Mountaineer
Elizabeth Scharman, executive director of the West Virginia Poison Center and professor in the WVU School of Pharmacy, has been named a Distinguished Mountaineer by Gov. Jim Justice.
Dr. Gina Graziani: Possibilities of positive change are infinite
Below are comments from Dr. Gina Graziani, Chair of Pediatric Dentistry at West Virginia University School of Dentistry, on Friday, June 28, 2024 at a reception for the launch of a pediatric residency program.
WVU Health Sciences students demonstrate Mountaineer values
Across West Virginia University, the campus community is driven by our Mountaineer values – service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation. The WVU Health Sciences Student Advisory Board recently put those values into action by showing their appreciation for the facilities management team.
WVU in the News: PEIA says cost for weight loss drugs is crushing, but people also want and need access
Dr. Laura Davisson, director of Medical Weight Management and professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting by MetroNews about weight loss medication.
Urologist Stanley J. Kandzari, M.D., retires after 54 years with WVU
Stanley J. Kandzari, nicknamed “Coach,” will retire after 54 years at the West Virginia University School of Medicine in what's now known as the Department of Urology.
WVU in the News: Endoscopy procedures are incredibly wasteful—they don’t have to be
Dr. Swapna Gayam, an associate professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to reporting from Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News about the environmental impact of endoscopy procedures.
WVU in the News: Rural doctor shortage is impacting patient care, outcomes
Brianna Sheppard, director of WV Area Health Education Centers, contributes to reporting from Farm & Dairy about rural healthcare.