News: Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV
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A UNLV alum and current med school student says the Engelstad Scholars Program solidified his desire to help others.
School granted provisional accreditation by Liaison Committee on Medical Education, remains on track to earn full accreditation by 2021-22.
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A veteran doctor, a young surgeon, and a student discuss their experiences and the future of medicine.
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UNLV Medicine pediatrician feels called to aid underserved children
Donors are honored for their continuing support of the university and its programs.
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Tanya Stringer of UNLV Medicine uses a childhood mantra to keep her on track.
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U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada addresses health care costs, including insurance and medicine.
A collection of news stories capturing the excitement of UNLV’s campus in June, July and August.
Arlene Kageyama-Chikami hopes that the donation she made in her and her late husband's names will result in improved medical care and more physicians for Southern Nevada.
UNLV's newest class of medical school students pledge to foster an environment of inclusivity and diversity in medicine.
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Dr. John Fildes continues the vision for establishing UNLV's academic medical center.
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Inspired by a '00s movie and a grandfather she never met, Alexis Hilts found her path to medical school.