/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usMon, 21 Jul 2025 19:08:28 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2025/nicolemisner-cc-2025.aspxFor her dedication to pediatric patient care, education and research, Misner was awarded a culture coin by Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, dean of the Morsani College of Medicine and executive vice president of ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health.Ryan RossyTue, 15 Jul 2025 13:07:36 Nicole Misner receives ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Coin for advancing pediatric nutrition and community healthFor her dedication to pediatric patient care, education and research, Misner was awarded a culture coin by Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, dean of the Morsani College of Medicine and executive vice president of ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health.Nicole Misner holding culture coin/health/news/2025/nicolemisner-cc-2025.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/casanova-culture-coin.aspxJesse Casanova, associate director of International Programs at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health International, was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University. The first ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ medical student has already begun research in Japan as a result of these partnerships.Allison LongWed, 09 Jul 2025 11:35:58 Jesse Casanova receives ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Coin for exemplary leadership during international delegationJesse Casanova, associate director of International Programs at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health International, was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University. The first ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ medical student has already begun research in Japan as a result of these partnerships.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/casanova-culture-coin.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/jataya-jackson-culture-champion.aspxJataya Jackson, simulation operations specialist at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, was recently named a ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for her extraordinary journey from undergraduate student to medical student.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 09 Jul 2025 09:57:08 CAMLS simulation specialist, future medical student recognized as ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture ChampionJataya Jackson, simulation operations specialist at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, was recently named a ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for her extraordinary journey from undergraduate student to medical student.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/jataya-jackson-culture-champion.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-perform-worlds-first-bloodless-heart-liver-transplant-surgery.aspxTransplant surgeons at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital have successfully performed the world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgery.Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:00:46 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ, TGH successfully perform world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgeryTransplant surgeons at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital have successfully performed the world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgery.Transplant surgeons at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital have successfully performed the world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgery. /health/news/2025/usf-tgh-perform-worlds-first-bloodless-heart-liver-transplant-surgery.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/hauser-tremor-2025.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health's Dr. Robert Hauser surveyed hundreds of patients with Parkinson's disease and found that tremors pose a greater burden on their quality of life than previously reported.Dave ScheiberMon, 30 Jun 2025 08:53:01 New ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health study recognizes the burden of tremor for Parkinson’s disease patientsľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health's Dr. Robert Hauser surveyed hundreds of patients with Parkinson's disease and found that tremors pose a greater burden on their quality of life than previously reported.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/hauser-tremor-2025.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2025/usf-to-advance-its-position-as-a-leader-in-mental-and-behaviora-health.aspxThe Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.External ArticleWed, 25 Jun 2025 16:52:54 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ to advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl RousonThe Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-to-advance-its-position-as-a-leader-in-mental-and-behaviora-health.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/genshaft-and-greenbaums-latest-gift-taneja-college-pharmacy-caps-decades-long-journeyJudy Genshaft and husband Steven Greenbaum’s recent $250,000 gift — which named the Dr. Judy Genshaft & Mr. Steven Greenbaum Dean’s Suite & Atrium — makes possible an array of cutting-edge features for both high-profile areas of the Tanjea College of Pharmacy.External ArticleTue, 24 Jun 2025 11:26:04 Genshaft and Greenbaum’s latest gift to Taneja College of Pharmacy caps a decades-long journeyJudy Genshaft and husband Steven Greenbaum’s recent $250,000 gift — which named the Dr. Judy Genshaft & Mr. Steven Greenbaum Dean’s Suite & Atrium — makes possible an array of cutting-edge features for both high-profile areas of the Tanjea College of Pharmacy.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/genshaft-and-greenbaums-latest-gift-taneja-college-pharmacy-caps-decades-long-journeyTaneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxAudiology researchers at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ ARCT Lab are studying how improving hearing can have surprising benefits for patients' overall health and wellbeing -- including lowering the risk of dementia.Dave ScheiberMon, 23 Jun 2025 18:37:11 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health clinical trial reveals how hearing aids improve brain health and quality of lifeAudiology researchers at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ ARCT Lab are studying how improving hearing can have surprising benefits for patients' overall health and wellbeing -- including lowering the risk of dementia.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/audiology-research.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/usf-health-awards-and-accolades-spring-2025.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:43:43 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Awards & Accolades - Spring 2025ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/usf-health-awards-and-accolades-spring-2025.aspxHonors & Awards/health/nursing/news/2025/pepin-week.aspxFor the third consecutive year, the University of South Florida College of Nursing and Pepin Family Foundation teamed up to provide local high school students with first hand nursing experience. The Pepin Family ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Nursing Pathway Summer Program is made possible by funds from the Pepin Family Foundation.External ArticleFri, 20 Jun 2025 11:58:59 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ and Pepin Family Foundation introduce local teens to nursingFor the third consecutive year, the University of South Florida College of Nursing and Pepin Family Foundation teamed up to provide local high school students with first hand nursing experience. The Pepin Family ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Nursing Pathway Summer Program is made possible by funds from the Pepin Family Foundation.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2025/pepin-week.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-fht-announce-early-stage-innovation-fund-awards.aspxReflecting the breadth of innovation emerging across the university, these projects address critical global challenges — from advancing healthcare training and personalized education to revolutionizing diagnostic technologies, wearable rehabilitation, environmental monitoring and next-generation security solutions.External ArticleFri, 20 Jun 2025 11:18:06 Early-Stage Innovation Fund awards advance breakthrough technologies in healthcare, education and securityReflecting the breadth of innovation emerging across the university, these projects address critical global challenges — from advancing healthcare training and personalized education to revolutionizing diagnostic technologies, wearable rehabilitation, environmental monitoring and next-generation security solutions.ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Research & Innovation Facility/research-innovation/news/2025/usf-fht-announce-early-stage-innovation-fund-awards.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/camls-emergency-training-rural-areas.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty and simulation experts brought immersive simulation training directly to health providers in two rural areas as part of the CAMLS Without Walls initiative, addressing barriers to continuing medical education.Story, photos and video by Lauren SiegalMon, 16 Jun 2025 00:28:54 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health brings critical emergency medicine training to rural communitiesľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty and simulation experts brought immersive simulation training directly to health providers in two rural areas as part of the CAMLS Without Walls initiative, addressing barriers to continuing medical education.Three emergency medical providers outside, training a simulation mannequin /health/news/2025/camls-emergency-training-rural-areas.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/jamaica-gvn.aspxDengue and other infectious disease challenges were among the issues discussed at the Global Virus Network Regional Meeting for the Caribbean and Latin America. Nora SamaranayakeTue, 10 Jun 2025 08:17:00 Tracking dengue’s rise in Florida discussed at Global Virus Network eventDengue and other infectious disease challenges were among the issues discussed at the Global Virus Network Regional Meeting for the Caribbean and Latin America. ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and GVN scientists presented research at the GVN regional meeting./health/news/2025/jamaica-gvn.aspxCollege of Public Health,Researchhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/quiet-generosity-lasting-impactJenny Chen, a first-year student at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, will forever remember the surreal moment she opened her email and saw the congratulatory subject line. Chen was unaware she was even being considered for the Dr. Jack F. Ross Medical Scholarship when she started classes in 2024, but a jaw-dropping message suddenly filled her screen.External ArticleThu, 05 Jun 2025 17:12:10 Quiet generosity, lasting impact: Dr. Jack Ross Medical Scholarship empowers future physiciansJenny Chen, a first-year student at the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, will forever remember the surreal moment she opened her email and saw the congratulatory subject line. Chen was unaware she was even being considered for the Dr. Jack F. Ross Medical Scholarship when she started classes in 2024, but a jaw-dropping message suddenly filled her screen.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/quiet-generosity-lasting-impactHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/honors/news/2025/dr-bailee-olliff-practices-medicine-with-purpose.aspxBecoming a physician is commonly associated with years of rigorous training, sleepless nights, and relentless dedication. But what happens after the white coat ceremony and the letters "M.D." follow your name? For many, the challenge shifts from earning the title to enduring the daily grind.External ArticleThu, 05 Jun 2025 13:55:27 2025 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Outstanding Young Alumni Award Recipient Dr. Bailee Olliff Practices Medicine With PurposeBecoming a physician is commonly associated with years of rigorous training, sleepless nights, and relentless dedication. But what happens after the white coat ceremony and the letters "M.D." follow your name? For many, the challenge shifts from earning the title to enduring the daily grind.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/honors/news/2025/dr-bailee-olliff-practices-medicine-with-purpose.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/acc-17davis.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health recently opened its new Acute Care Clinic at the 17 Davis Medical Building, marking a major step in expanding access to timely outpatient care across the Tampa Bay region.Ryan RossyThu, 05 Jun 2025 00:34:36 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Family Medicine opens Acute Care Clinic to expand access to timely outpatient servicesľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health recently opened its new Acute Care Clinic at the 17 Davis Medical Building, marking a major step in expanding access to timely outpatient care across the Tampa Bay region.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/acc-17davis.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/culturecoin-perez-colon.aspxElimarys Perez-Colon, MD, associate professor of Internal Medicine with the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, was recently named a ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to global health, mentorship and service.Ryan RossyFri, 23 May 2025 08:47:50 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health recognizes Dr. Elimarys Perez-Colon with culture coin for leading medical mission in ColombiaElimarys Perez-Colon, MD, associate professor of Internal Medicine with the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, was recently named a ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to global health, mentorship and service.Dr. Perez-Colon/health/news/2025/culturecoin-perez-colon.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-complete-first-tricvalve-procedure-florida-fda-early-feasibility.aspxInterventional structural cardiologists at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and TGH have completed the first procedure in Florida under the FDA Early Feasibility Study pathway for the TricValve® System.Fri, 09 May 2025 09:20:38 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital Complete First TricValve® Procedure in Florida in FDA Early Feasibility StudyInterventional structural cardiologists at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and TGH have completed the first procedure in Florida under the FDA Early Feasibility Study pathway for the TricValve® System.Tricvalve/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-complete-first-tricvalve-procedure-florida-fda-early-feasibility.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/medicine-commencement-week-2025.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine celebrates Commencement Week 2025, culminating with the graduation ceremony of the country's newest doctors.Story and photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Ryan RossyThu, 08 May 2025 17:09:12 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine celebrates Class of 2025 during Commencement Weekľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine celebrates Commencement Week 2025, culminating with the graduation ceremony of the country's newest doctors.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/medicine-commencement-week-2025.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/nursing/news/2025/tai-diep-road-to-grad.aspxLike many, Tai Diep’s road to graduation from the University of South Florida College of Nursing was a long one. His story starts with humble beginnings, but through perseverance and adaptations, he finds himself ready to walk across the graduation stage and into the healthcare industry as a Bull Nurse.External ArticleWed, 07 May 2025 08:53:34 Persistence and adaptability leads nursing student across graduation stageLike many, Tai Diep’s road to graduation from the University of South Florida College of Nursing was a long one. His story starts with humble beginnings, but through perseverance and adaptations, he finds himself ready to walk across the graduation stage and into the healthcare industry as a Bull Nurse.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2025/tai-diep-road-to-grad.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/rising-bull-in-medicine-whitney-herd.aspxWhitney Herd, doctor of physical therapy student, turned her passion for dance and science into a career in physical therapy.Story and video by Freddie ColemanTue, 06 May 2025 23:17:04 Rising Bull in Medicine: Whitney HerdWhitney Herd, doctor of physical therapy student, turned her passion for dance and science into a career in physical therapy.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/rising-bull-in-medicine-whitney-herd.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/health/nursing/news/2025/shine-science-center.aspxThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing is proud to announce the opening of the Sleep and Health Innovations in Neurobehavioral (SHINE) Science Center, a cutting-edge shared resource center dedicated to advancing sleep research and its profound impact on health across the lifespan.External ArticleMon, 05 May 2025 10:00:14 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Nursing unveils SHINE Science Center to power discovery and innovationThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing is proud to announce the opening of the Sleep and Health Innovations in Neurobehavioral (SHINE) Science Center, a cutting-edge shared resource center dedicated to advancing sleep research and its profound impact on health across the lifespan.SHINE Science Center Team/health/nursing/news/2025/shine-science-center.aspxCollege of Nursing/health/news/2025/sierra-george-cardinale-rising-bull.aspxSierra George Cardinale recently earned her PhD in integrated biomedical sciences from the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine. She navigated significant challenges, including Hurricane Helene and pandemic disruptions, while researching Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium that causes Lyme disease.Allison LongFri, 02 May 2025 09:39:23 Rising Bull in medicine: Sierra George CardinaleSierra George Cardinale recently earned her PhD in integrated biomedical sciences from the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine. She navigated significant challenges, including Hurricane Helene and pandemic disruptions, while researching Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium that causes Lyme disease.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/sierra-george-cardinale-rising-bull.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/josh-alvior.aspxJosh Alvior grew up watching his father care for others. Those early memories inspired him down a path—one that would eventually guide him to the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine.Ryan RossyTue, 29 Apr 2025 11:00:32 Rising Bull in medicine: Josh AlviorJosh Alvior grew up watching his father care for others. Those early memories inspired him down a path—one that would eventually guide him to the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/josh-alvior.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ's Hariom Yadav, PhD, has developed a promising cocktail.Dave ScheiberTue, 29 Apr 2025 08:00:00 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health researchers developing probiotic cocktail that may help ward off dementiaIf unhealthy viruses and bacteria can increase the risk of dementia, can scientists find the right mix of "good" bacteria to lower the risk of cognitive decline? ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ's Hariom Yadav, PhD, has developed a promising cocktail.A magnified image of healthy bacteria /health/news/2025/gut-probiotic-dementia.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.Nora SamaranyakeMon, 28 Apr 2025 19:30:00 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird fluThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.Person in PPE with two chickens/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxHarmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Dave ScheiberMon, 28 Apr 2025 14:34:58 The gut-brain connection: Harmful viruses in the gut may contribute to dementiaHarmful viruses in the gut change as people age, attacking other microorganisms in the gut in a pattern linked to increased risk of dementia.Dr. Hariom Yadav researches how the gut microbiome is linked to the brain. /health/news/2025/gut-virome.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ9ygVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETEwQWt1eXJwS2RLU3A0cDVkAR5pJZ5693bxk7YtbokcbBo-N0qwGGjAxz9fwpRTShFcnzQlpMskgvL8WBP3zw_aem_jySSBSwkknnQQbI3Dhbx5gHealth Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, reducing reported loneliness and increasing access to health information. Enrollment in both programs has grown steadily each year, reflecting ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ's ongoing commitment to promoting public health.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 08:36:33 Five years strong: ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ students improving health outcomes and reducing isolation among older adultsHealth Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ students, reducing reported loneliness and increasing access to health information. Enrollment in both programs has grown steadily each year, reflecting ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ's ongoing commitment to promoting public health.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ9ygVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETEwQWt1eXJwS2RLU3A0cDVkAR5pJZ5693bxk7YtbokcbBo-N0qwGGjAxz9fwpRTShFcnzQlpMskgvL8WBP3zw_aem_jySSBSwkknnQQbI3Dhbx5gCollege of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine/news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.External ArticleThu, 17 Apr 2025 13:07:59 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ celebrates construction milestone for new facility aimed at addressing Florida’s nursing shortageThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health College of Nursing’s new 34,000-square-foot facility is set to transform nursing education, reinforcing the university’s leadership in meeting the state of Florida’s growing demand for qualified nurses.ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ leaders give the "go bulls" sign in front of a silver beam with a topiary of the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ bull "U." /news/2025/usf-celebrates-construction-milestone-for-new-facility-aimed-at-addressing-floridas-nursing-shortage.aspxCollege of Nursing/health/news/2025/muma-center-moves-to-hyde-park.aspxTGH, in partnership with ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health, has acquired a new property set to become the future home of the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Pamela Muma Women’s Health Center and the Chivukula Men’s Center, made possible by a generous donation from Dr. Jagadamba and Krishna Chivukula to the TGH Foundation.Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:00:14 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and Tampa General Hospital to expand services in Hyde Park with acquisition of new propertyTGH, in partnership with ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health, has acquired a new property set to become the future home of the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Pamela Muma Women’s Health Center and the Chivukula Men’s Center, made possible by a generous donation from Dr. Jagadamba and Krishna Chivukula to the TGH Foundation.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/muma-center-moves-to-hyde-park.aspxPatient Care/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-being-recognized-with-research-achievement-and-innovation-excellence-awards.aspxTheir contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.External ArticleTue, 15 Apr 2025 11:19:39 Eleven ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ faculty recognized with research achievement and innovation excellence awardsTheir contributions span a variety of fields in artificial intelligence, disease prevention, family-school partnerships, oceanographic disturbances and semiconductor production.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-being-recognized-with-research-achievement-and-innovation-excellence-awards.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 08 Apr 2025 07:30:00 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine ranked No. 1 in the state, among nation’s top tier by U.S. News & World ReportThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine is the top-ranked medical school in Florida and has been named to the highest tier of medical schools in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.Number one medical school in Florida/health/news/2025/usf-medical-school-earns-highest-ranking-from-usnews.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://youtu.be/C2divli282Q?si=B2WH5tAdFOXwHN1tľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and St. Petersburg College students from Physical Therapy (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs came together for an exciting Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day, focused on improving collaboration, communication, and patient outcomes.External ArticleMon, 31 Mar 2025 11:07:48 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health & St. Pete College PT/PTA Students Team Up for IPE Day to Enhance Patient Care & Teamworkľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health and St. Petersburg College students from Physical Therapy (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) programs came together for an exciting Interprofessional Education (IPE) Day, focused on improving collaboration, communication, and patient outcomes.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://youtu.be/C2divli282Q?si=B2WH5tAdFOXwHN1tMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspx11 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ faculty were inducted, marking the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.External ArticleThu, 27 Mar 2025 14:55:22 Three ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty among 2024 class of Fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science11 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ faculty were inducted, marking the third largest cohort from any university in the nation. Recognition as an AAAS Fellow is a distinguished lifetime honor within the scientific community.11 new fellows of the AAAS/research-innovation/news/2025/eleven-usf-faculty-among-2024-class-of-aaas-fellows.aspxHonors & Awards,Research/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxClass of 2025 medical students celebrate "magical" Match Day and learn where they will spend their residency years.Story by Freddie Coleman: Photos by Freddie Coleman and Allison LongFri, 21 Mar 2025 09:15:32 Class of 2025 medical students celebrate ‘magical’ Match DayClass of 2025 medical students celebrate "magical" Match Day and learn where they will spend their residency years.Match Day 2025/health/news/2025/class-of-2025-medical-school-match-day.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/winter-awards-and-accolades.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:23:39 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Awards & Accolades - Winter 2025ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health faculty, staff and students earned prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to research, education, patient care and community service.ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Honors & Accolades/health/news/2025/winter-awards-and-accolades.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2025/dpt-commitment-to-the-profession.aspxThe Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2025 receives new white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanFri, 14 Mar 2025 14:45:37 Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 don first white coatsThe Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2025 receives new white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/dpt-commitment-to-the-profession.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/health/news/2025/brechot-microbiology.aspxChristian Bréchot, MD, PhD, senior associate dean for Research for Global Affairs and AVP in the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, has been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.Nora SamaranayakeThu, 13 Mar 2025 10:24:58 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health virologist Dr. Christian Bréchot elected a fellow of the American Academy of MicrobiologyChristian Bréchot, MD, PhD, senior associate dean for Research for Global Affairs and AVP in the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine, has been elected a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/brechot-microbiology.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/voice-center-grateful-patient.aspxAfter 30 years of misdiagnosis, Cookie finally discovered why she couldn't breathe properly. ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Voice Center laryngologist Dr. Abdel-Aty provided the "life-changing" answer other doctors missed.Story, photos and video: Allison Long | ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ HealthTue, 11 Mar 2025 21:21:54 After 30 years of misdiagnosis, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health helps patient breathe againAfter 30 years of misdiagnosis, Cookie finally discovered why she couldn't breathe properly. ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Voice Center laryngologist Dr. Abdel-Aty provided the "life-changing" answer other doctors missed.Cookie Huddleston was photographed near a pond in Wesley Chapel. /health/news/2025/voice-center-grateful-patient.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2025/collegia-olympics-2025.aspxThe Morsani College of Medicine crowns a new Collegia Olympic champion and welcomes new collegia board.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 06 Mar 2025 14:42:18 Collegia Olympics crown new championThe Morsani College of Medicine crowns a new Collegia Olympic champion and welcomes new collegia board.Students posing with the Collegia Olympics Cup. /health/news/2025/collegia-olympics-2025.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxRenovations are underway to expand ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.External ArticleThu, 06 Mar 2025 13:18:25 Demand for biomedical engineers drives ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ to expand departmentRenovations are underway to expand ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ’s medical engineering lab space with advanced technology to support a growing number of students and prestigious faculty.A student in a white coat working in a lab/news/2025/demand-for-biomedical-engineers-drives-usf-to-expand-department.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/kaitlin-brandt-culture-champion.aspxMorsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology department administrator was recognized as the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for professionalism, integrity and dedication.Story and photo by Freddie ColemanWed, 05 Mar 2025 17:08:24 OBGYN department administrator recognized as ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture ChampionMorsani College of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology department administrator was recognized as the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Culture Champion for professionalism, integrity and dedication.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/kaitlin-brandt-culture-champion.aspxHonors & Awards,Morsani College of Medicinehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2025/march/providers-leading-academics-state-leaders-address-access-cancer-treatment-rural-communitiesThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ College of Nursing and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute hosted a day of keynotes, presentations and discussions at TGH Brooksville to address the challenges facing cancer patients in rural communities.External ArticleWed, 05 Mar 2025 16:26:37 Nationally-recognized health care providers, leading academics and state leaders address access to cancer treatment in Florida’s rural communitiesThe ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ College of Nursing and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute hosted a day of keynotes, presentations and discussions at TGH Brooksville to address the challenges facing cancer patients in rural communities.Leaders on stage in front of the United States and state of Florida flagshttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2025/march/providers-leading-academics-state-leaders-address-access-cancer-treatment-rural-communitiesCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxExperts from around the world recently gathered at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.Nora SamaranayakeWed, 05 Mar 2025 13:15:02 Global experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomesExperts from around the world recently gathered at ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2025/record-breaking-research-day-showcases-innovation.aspxMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the University of South Florida and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health colleges.Fri, 28 Feb 2025 19:07:32 Record-breaking ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day showcases innovation and discoveryMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the University of South Florida and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health colleges.Parth Shah presenting his research poster/health/news/2025/record-breaking-research-day-showcases-innovation.aspxResearchhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxThe quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.External ArticleThu, 27 Feb 2025 13:46:01 Student veteran and campus first responders help save a lifeThe quick response and emergency training of student veteran Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.Student veteran Teresa Booker was one of the first on the scene and administered CPR to the person experiencing a cardiac emergency.https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/news/2025/usf-health-partners-with-pepperjacks-to-advance-nutrition-education.aspxAfter receiving a prestigious national grant from the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health's Nicole Misner partnered with the Gasparilla Classic Running Association to introduce nutrition education lessons into the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program.Cody R. Hawley, PhDWed, 26 Feb 2025 09:13:16 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health partners with Pepperjack’s Kids Running Program, City of Tampa to advance nutrition educationAfter receiving a prestigious national grant from the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health's Nicole Misner partnered with the Gasparilla Classic Running Association to introduce nutrition education lessons into the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program.Students in the Pepperjack's Kids Running Program cheer on runners in the half marathon./health/news/2025/usf-health-partners-with-pepperjacks-to-advance-nutrition-education.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/floridas-first-behavioral-health-teaching-hospital.aspxTampa General Hospital, Lifepoint Health, and the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine formally cut the ribbon today and celebrated the grand opening of the TGH Behavioral Health Hospital.Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:45:40 Tampa General, Lifepoint Health and ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health celebrate opening of Florida’s first behavioral health teaching hospitalTampa General Hospital, Lifepoint Health, and the ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Morsani College of Medicine formally cut the ribbon today and celebrated the grand opening of the TGH Behavioral Health Hospital.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/floridas-first-behavioral-health-teaching-hospital.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2025/herzog-research-day.aspxDr. Erica Herzog, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches new ways to understand and treat pulmonary fibrosis.Dave ScheiberTue, 25 Feb 2025 09:44:37 Dr. Erica Herzog, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches pulmonary fibrosisDr. Erica Herzog, ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health Research Day keynote speaker, researches new ways to understand and treat pulmonary fibrosis.Yale University's Dr. Erica Herzog /health/news/2025/herzog-research-day.aspxResearch/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxľ¹ÏÊÓƵ has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 11 Feb 2025 13:00:15 ľ¹ÏÊÓƵ Health establishes new center to advance hypertension and kidney disease researchľ¹ÏÊÓƵ has launched a new Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, which will serve as an interdisciplinary hub for cutting-edge medical research into one of the state’s most pressing health challenges.Research at a lab and microscope/health/news/2025/new-hypertension-and-kidney-research-center.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research