Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV News
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV is becoming a world-class center for medical education, patient care, and research. We aim to prepare Nevada's doctors with the most innovative and technologically advanced forms of medical training while also forming community partnerships to serve the healthcare needs of our diverse and urban population.
Current Medicine News
The students and faculty of UNLV are springing into headlines around the country.
Two classes celebrate different milestones on their journey to become doctors.
UNLV research team says high blood sugar levels appear to weaken function in key part of brain, mimicking Alzheimer’s.
Providing the best patient care requires physicians to stay at the forefront of medical advancements. Continuing medical education ensures they can do just that.
The rosiest headlines and highlights featuring the students and faculty of UNLV.
Dr. Winn Chatham and his team are forging ahead with their research, bolstered by the promise of more rheumatologists practicing in Southern Nevada thanks to the new fellowship program.
Medicine In The News
Friday was a special day for some UNLV students entering the medical field as 68 member of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, class of 2027, received their White Coats.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is pulling back $11.4 billion in funds allocated in response to the pandemic to state and community health departments, nongovernment organizations and international recipients, the Department of Health and Human Services confirmed Tuesday to NBC News.
Nevada continues to have a physician shortage. Our panel of experts share the challenges of attracting and retaining doctors in Nevada. They also explain how they hope Nevada’s lawmakers address these issues during the 2025 Legislative Session.
“The Las Vegas Medical District has been in existence since the 1990s. We’ve been constantly trying to work to develop it,” says Brian Knudsen. “It’s very common in other cities around the country, to concentrate medical care [like we have]. It makes it easier for patients, makes it easier for healthcare professionals, to be in the same area.”
The Southern Nevada Health District has released the 2025 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps report, highlighting how Clark County compares to national health standards.
Beauty is important in our society, but it's made difficult for us to find ourselves beautiful. How can we overcome this? A psychologist offers advice.
