Announcements
Registration Open for 2026 WVU Endocrinology & Diabetes Conference
Registration is now open for the 2026 WVU Endocrinology & Diabetes Conference, hosted by the WVU Department of Medicine on Friday, Oct. 30, at the Erickson Alumni Center in Morgantown. The biennial conference will feature engaging education, cutting-edge research, hands-on workshops and multidisciplinary lectures focused on endocrinology, diabetes and metabolic disorders. The conference is designed for physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, learners and other health care professionals interested in the latest information in adult endocrinology and diabetes management. Attendees will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge, connect with colleagues, and learn about current developments in endocrinology and diabetes care. Sign up here: https://wvuhscce.wufoo.com/forms/endocrinology-diabetes-conference-2026/
Medicine Grand Rounds: Dr. Elnicki to present Oct. 9
David Elnicki, M.D., MACP, professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, will present at the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Medicine Grand Rounds.
SOLE profile photo submission standards updated for students, faculty and staff
Students and employees now follow different processes to submit SOLE profile photos. Please review the updated SOLE Profile Photo Submission Standards for students and faculty.
School of Medicine M.D. Class of 2029 to host 5K and 10K fundraiser Oct. 4
West Virginia University School of Medicine Class of 2029 M.D. students will host a 5K and 10K fundraising event Sunday, Oct. 4, on the Rail Trail at Edith Barill Riverfront Park in Star City, West Virginia.
WVU Health Sciences to host Global Health Week Oct. 5-9, 2026
The West Virginia University School of Medicine Global Health Program will host Global Health Week Oct. 5-9 with daily presentations at noon in room 1905 of the Health Sciences Center highlighting current topics and the future of health care worldwide.
WVU Vascular Surgery Fellows Present Quality Improvement Projects
The West Virginia University vascular surgery fellows presented quality improvement projects at the national Vascular Quality Initiative meeting in conjunction with the Vascular Annual Meeting (VQI@VAM) in Boston, Massachusetts.
Kidney disease through two lenses: A patient’s journey and a physician’s insight
The WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU will host “Kidney Disease Through Two Lenses: A Patient’s Journey and a Physician’s Insight” by Tyler Skidmore, MD, on Wednesday, October 7, at 2:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Recruiting those in their third trimester of pregnancy up to 6 weeks postpartum for a research study
Researchers at West Virginia University are studying movement and health during the postpartum period, beginning at 6 weeks postpartum.
"Unplug & Unwind" at BeWell's September wellness event
"Unplug & Unwind" at BeWell's September wellness event on Monday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Commons.
FSAP Support Squad Book Club: "Grit" begins Oct. 15
Faculty and staff are invited to join the WVU Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) book club to discuss Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth every Thursday at 4 p.m., beginning Oct. 15 through Nov. 19 on Zoom.