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From a dedicated benefactor, a final gift
The University of South Florida received a $6.5 million estate gift that will go toward the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Center & Research Institute. The gift comes from a recently deceased anonymous benefactor who had regularly donated to the Byrd Alzheimer’s Center in smaller increments since 2002. However, a gift of this size was unexpected.
November 18, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
IPE Day 2024 addresses nutrition, food insecurity, community health
IPE Day 2024 meets Iron Chef. This year's event focuses on how food scarcity and food deserts play a role in community health and long-term patient outcomes.
November 15, 2024College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, PA Program, Physical Therapy
USF and TGH partner with robotics company to become the first to bring life-saving surgical technology to Tampa Bay
The agreement with Medical Microinstruments will help elevate the standard in reconstructive oncology and the care of cancer patients in Florida. It was signed during a special ceremony in Italy, as part of a week-long trade mission led by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
November 15, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
MD/PhD program recruits the toughest students – and USF Health wants more of them
These students are willing to spend twice as long in medical school as they prepare to become physician scientists with an MD/PhD.
November 15, 2024Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health hosts ribbon-cutting for expanded Chalsty Pediatric Clinic after $1 million gift from Chalsty family
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to showcase the newly renovated Chalsty Pediatric Clinic, made possible thanks to a generous $1 million gift by Jill Chalsty and her late husband, John Chalsty.
November 14, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
USF Diabetes Center advances care through pioneering research
The USF Diabetes & Endocrinology Center conducts research that impacts diabetes care. The Center is testing Medtronic's newest sensor system for children ages 2-6, participates in TrialNet studies that help delay Type 1 diabetes onset, and continues work with EDIC to understand long-term diabetes outcomes. Our research provides participants with education, monitoring, and access to new treatments while helping advance care for future patients.
November 14, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
USF student intersects medicine and law
Ahmed-Zayn Mohamed's remarkable journey from USF's youngest graduate to a resident in medicine and practicing lawyer blends two powerful fields into a career focused on innovation and patient care. Mohamed’s story showcases the power of ambition, a supportive academic environment and a unique vision for the future.
November 13, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
Hippocratic tree and commemorative bust unveiled at dedication ceremony
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine joins an prestigious group of medical schools to house a Hippocratic tree seedling and bust of Hippocrates.
November 5, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
MCOM assistant professor named Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year
Dr. Shannon Bailey, assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, was recently recognized as the Tampa Bay Tech Educator of the Year.
November 4, 2024Honors & Awards, Morsani College of Medicine
USF volunteers support Tampa Bay through hurricane disaster relief
As Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across USF and USF Health came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the USF Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
October 30, 2024College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health awarded $10 million to establish the Florida Center for Emergency Medical Services
Policy and workforce study institute, located in burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, will monitor and enhance EMS services statewide.
October 29, 2024Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health receives $3.75 million NIH award to research whether Long COVID may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
The National Institute of Health has awarded a $3.75 million research grant to a USF Health researchers team to study Long COVID and its potential link to serious neurological impacts that can ultimately lead to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
October 25, 2024Morsani College of Medicine, Research