Announcements
WVU School of Medicine Charleston Campus names Campbell associate vice president and dean
The West Virginia University School of Medicine Charleston Campus named James Campbell, M.D., FACP, as the associate vice president and dean, effective August 1.
WVU in the News: It really hurts to think, new study concludes
Stephanie Cox, associate professor in the WVU School of Medicine, tells UPI it makes sense that, when given other choices, most people avoid demanding pursuits.
WVU in the News: Heat waves adversely affect us all, especially athletes
Samantha Scarneo-Miller, assistant professor in the WVU School of Medicine, talks with KCBS Radio about precautions athletes must take to stay safe in the summer heat.
WVU School of Nursing graduate finds her passion while fighting cancer
Elvera Jenkins created a beautiful moment during the May 2024 graduation ceremony when she walked with her daughter across the stage. Her journey to that moment is inspirational, as she has battled cancer since November 2020. After her treatment, she worked at Ruby Memorial Hospital, where every day she would pass through the cancer center: “I felt like it was calling my name,” Jenkins said. “I felt like it wanted me to do something.”
Simulation Certificate Program to be offered in October
The WVU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Information in collaboration with the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) will offer the three-day immersive Simulation Certificate Program Oct. 2-4 for instructors with interest in quality teaching with simulation.
Dorn serves as keynote speaker at convention in the Philippines
Samuel Dorn, DDS, chair of the WVU School of Dentistry Department of Endodontics, recently served as a keynote speaker at the 22nd Biennial Convention of the Endodontic Society of the Philippines.
WVU in the News: HAPI Project helps Appalachian parents, infants and families in need
The Daily Athenaeum reports on the Helping Appalachian Parents and Infants — HAPI — project, an effort led by the WVU School of Medicine and WVU Research Office in partnership with the WVU School of Dentistry.
WVU in the News: In WV, a ban on certain services brings barriers to building trust with people who use drugs
Dr. Judith Feinberg, professor in the WVU School of Medicine, contributes to a report from West Virginia Watch about the ongoing drug and overdose epidemic.
WVU graduate named first administrative fellow for Mon Health System
With a passion for healthcare and a desire to improve health equity across the state, West Virginia University School of Public Health alumna Anna Sellaro has been appointed as the inaugural administrative fellow for Mon Health System.
WVU Health Sciences BeWell team welcomes clinical trainee
BeWell, a satellite office of the West Virginia University Carruth Center, will welcome a new clinical trainee this fall.