News: Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV
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Clinical Translational Research Infrastructure Network to expand research capacity at UNLV and 12 partner institutions with the aim of improving the health of residents.
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The first colorectal surgeon to practice in Nevada says that teaching is what keeps him young.
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A member of the UNLV School of Medicine's inaugural class reflects on past adversities that led to success.
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UNLV School of Medicine's Dr. Laura Shaw has tips to get parents and kids alike back in the school-time swing.
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An unexpected health diagnosis prompted Dr. Amber Champion to rethink her career plans.
UNLV’s first class of surgical residents move forward into their careers.
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Donors step up to support UNLV programs that serve the community in the aftermath of October 1 shooting.
A new study will examine the outcomes of two female sterilization options to help women make more informed decisions.
For children with rare conditions, UNLV Medicine surgeon restores the ability to show happiness.
Thirty-eight faculty will receive a combined $332,270 in seed funding for their research, scholarship, and creative activity.
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Helping build a medical school from scratch is a rare opportunity this new staffer says she couldn’t ignore.
Although high school teachers discouraged him, Michael G. Scheidler was determined to become a doctor.