Articles by Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV
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Breaking The Cycle of Poor Diet to Promote Long-Lasting Health
Med School Students Take Special “Health Meets Food” Class
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School Of Medicine Expands Foundational Science Faculty
Two new profs look forward to helping students achieve their medical dreams.
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UNLV Physician Urges More Compassion for Patients with Disabilities
Lessons learned from her brother, Michael, prompted Dr. Kate Martin to develop an Honors College course that will urge students to consider the needs of those with differences.
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Childhood Fascination with Microscope Leads to Career in Medicine, Research
Endocrinologist discusses link between diabetes and COVID-19.
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Rare Condition That Affects Children May Be Related to Covid-19
Colleagues from the UNLV School of Medicine have penned a paper on Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children.
Med School Class of '24 Arrives at UNLV
Students begin their medical school studies despite COVID-19.
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UNLV Surgeon in High Demand for Life-Changing Procedure
A two-hour procedure performed by Dr. Annabel Barber of the UNLV School of Medicine dramatically improved patient Joan Anderson’s life.
Local Student Helping Lead UNLV School of Medicine Toward Historic Graduation
Toyokazu “Chris” Endo plans to feed his appetite for service by becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon.
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UNLV Pediatrician Breaks Down Language, Cultural Barriers
Dr. Mayra Jones-Betancourt takes seriously her role as the Latino Medical Student Faculty Advisor at the medical school.