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Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at 51ԹϺ News

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at 51ԹϺ 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

A rear view of 51ԹϺ students, dressed in red caps and gowns, filtering into the Thomas & Mack Center with the stage in the background
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An enduring 51ԹϺ end-of-semester tradition is to highlight exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

David N. Jackson, MD, FACOG
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Dr. David Jackson shares how Gynecologic Surgery and Obstetrics' priorities include training physicians, providing elite care, and establishing transformational research.

51ԹϺ XMAS
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This month’s frosty headlines and highlights from the students and faculty of 51ԹϺ.

Dr. Beverly Neyland (left), professor of pediatrics, and Dr. Rebecca Scherr, interim chair of the department of pediatrics.
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Dr. Rebecca Scherr was not only a patient of Dr. Beverly Neyland's from birth, but a student of hers during her medical school training.

An image of Kirk Kerkokorian Building
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Approach aimed at lifting Nevada from its low rankings in health care access. 

A sign in front of a building reads "51ԹϺ Shadow Lane Campus"
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Embracing the idea that we’re “better together,” 51ԹϺ’s academic health center takes another step forward.

Medicine In The News

Las Vegas Sun

The coastal city of Toyama in western Japan was bright with the pink of blooming cherry blossoms in April as tourists ambled around, taking in the chilly weather while viewing feudal ruins and historic art pieces.

Las Vegas Sun

The coastal city of Toyama in western Japan was bright with the pink of blooming cherry blossoms in April as tourists ambled around, taking in the chilly weather while viewing feudal ruins and historic art pieces.

Las Vegas Sun

The coastal city of Toyama in western Japan was bright with the pink of blooming cherry blossoms in April as tourists ambled around, taking in the chilly weather while viewing feudal ruins and historic art pieces.

Our Community Now

Believe it or not, there are simple bits of everyday magic that are sure to be a huge help in improving your well-being. These easy techniques will allow you to clear your energy and bounce out of a funk to enjoy what's good right now.

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The percentage of children getting flu shots continues to plummet and a record number of kids died from the flu last year. In its weekly flu vaccination dashboard, the CDC reported Wednesday that as of Nov. 30, just over a third of U.S. kids had gotten flu shots, down from 43% at the same time last year.

GVHS Medical Society

GVHS Medical Society fireside chat with Dr. Marc J. Kahn about is journey, vision, and insight as they work towards addressing the challenges and opportunties in healthcare today.

Medicine Experts

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Recent Medicine Accomplishments

Jennifer R. Pharr (Public Health) and Kavita Batra (Medicine) recently published a study titled, "Social–Ecological Determinants of Suicidal Ideation Among Sexual and Gender Minority Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study in the United States," in the Healthcare journal. The study highlights the importance of understanding factors at multiple levels…
Aidy Weeks (School of Medicine Library) and Stephanie Fell (Libraries) are co-authors of an article, "Improving and expanding Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) during times of social change: The Hispanic/Latinx Inclusive Terminologies Project," published in The International Journal of Information, Diversity, & Inclusion. The article…
Manoj Sharma (Social and Behavioral Health; Internal Medicine) coauthored an article titled, “Determinants of Visual Impairment Among Chinese Middle-Aged and Older Adults: Risk Prediction Model Using Machine Learning Algorithms” in the journal, JMIR Aging (Impact factor 5.0) with coauthors from Monash University, University of New Mexico, Alfred…
Emily Ames, Maggie Sanders, Marley Jacobs, and Thomas A. Vida (all Medicine) recently published a narrative review, "Unlocking the Mechanisms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Inflammation and miRNA Insights," delves into the significant challenges hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) poses. This debilitating chronic skin condition causes painful…
Kavita Batra (Medicine) and Jagdish Khubchandani from New Mexico State University co-authored an editorial, "Diet Fads and Supplements: Navigating the Allure, Risks, and Reality," in the Journal of Medicine, Surgery, and Public Health. The editorial explores the history and motivations behind diet fads and supplements, emphasizing the need for…
Kathryn Houk (School of Medicine Library) was interviewed for a New Books Network podcast with co-editors Jordan Nielsen and Jenny Wong-Welch, about their book, Toward Inclusive Academic Librarian Hiring. The recording, hosted by Michael LaMagna, is available on three podcasts: New Books in Library Science, New Books in Education, and…