Announcements
Dr. Ramazan Gun joins the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
The West Virginia University School of Medicine welcomes Ramazan Gun, M.D., a new head and neck surgeon with the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.
Dental Hygiene student finds her passion through preventive care and competitive cheer
Much like participation on an athletic team, healthcare professions require dedication, hard work and collaboration. At West Virginia University, senior Kyra Kerr has used her experiences in the Dental Hygiene program and as a member of the WVU Competitive Cheer Team to better herself in the classroom and on the competition mat.
WVU and Oman’s National University highlight global accreditation success at international conference
Christopher Martin, M.D., M.Sc., professor in the West Virginia University Schools of Medicine and Public Health and director of global engagement at the WVU Health Sciences Center, recently presented a collaborative success story on medical education at an international conference in Bangkok, Thailand.
WVU in the News: Is Running Really THAT Bad On Your Knees? The Answer May Surprise You.
You’re probably familiar with the idea that running is bad for your knees. It’s a pervasive thought that keeps many folks from going out for a jog.
WVU in the News: Open-ocean swimming has many health benefits — and some risks
It’s great exercise and real mood enhancer. But some hazards — rip currents, wildlife and pollution — are challenging for even the most experienced swimmers.
STEPS Simulation Certificate Program graduates 16th cohort
The WVU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education has graduated its 16th cohort from the Simulation Certificate Program. Participants came from backgrounds of medicine, nursing and nurse anesthesia.
Abstract submissions open for Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium
Faculty and staff are asked to encourage their undergraduate researchers to submit abstracts for the 18th Annual Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium by July 7.
New podcast episode: The weight of grief
Info for the new Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring Samantha Coyne, LEND trainee and WVU Law student.
WVU in the News: New study reveals diverse roots of disordered eating in college students
Elizabeth Claydon, assistant professor at the WVU School of Public Health was lead author on a recent study published in the Journal of Eating Disorders revealing that disordered eating is far more demographically widespread with diverse causes.
WVU’s Purpose2Action program builds purpose and community through mentorship
Connor Stricklen, a recent graduate from the West Virginia University School of Public Health, reflects on his experience at the Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center as part of the WVU Center for Community Engagement's Purpose2Action program.