Topic: health and medicine

Student John Olawepo stands in front of the 51ԹϺ bus station.
People | February 12, 2019

What do Nigeria, England, and the United States have in common? They were key marks in Ph.D. student John Olawepo’s journey to improving public health.

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People | February 6, 2019

The chair of psychiatry at the 51ԹϺ School of Medicine offers tips for improving your mental and physical health.

Asian elderly man with two medical providers
Campus News | February 5, 2019

Through progressive grant funding, researchers from three 51ԹϺ schools encourage greater use of palliative care among Southern Nevada’s Asian communities.

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People | January 16, 2019

Second-year 51ԹϺ medical student is on his way to achieving his dream of becoming a doctor.

Man in doctor's coat
People | January 9, 2019

Dr. John Fildes' youthful interest in medicine turned into a successful lifelong career.

petri dish and beakers containing liquids
Research | December 26, 2018

In 2018, faculty and students collaborated with one another and international colleagues on scientific exploration that sought to help people make sense of themselves and the world around them.

Makayla Palmer poses in the Xeric Garden on 51ԹϺ's campus.
People | December 10, 2018

A health economist in the Lee Business School, her research interests center around policies addressing the health of low-income and at-risk infants and children.

Sinatra's at Wynn Las Vegas (Jeff Green Photography)
Campus News | December 5, 2018

On a trip to Wynn Las Vegas, 51ԹϺ medical students learn that choosing healthier options doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor.

portrait of man in classroom
People | November 28, 2018

At 51ԹϺ, physician Buddhadeb Dawn is able to combine his talent for program-building with his passions for research and patient care.