News: Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at 51ԹϺ

A rear view of 51ԹϺ students, dressed in red caps and gowns, filtering into the Thomas & Mack Center with the stage in the background
Campus News |

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
People |

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

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Campus News |

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.
People |

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.

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Campus News |

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"
Campus News |

Embracing the idea that we’re “better together,” 51ԹϺ’s academic health center takes another step forward.

Virginia Weidenfeller (left) and Nikkie Preston.
People |

Meet two of the key members of the school of medicine development and alumni relations department.

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Campus News |

A roundup of news about the brights spots on campus.

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Campus News |

A monthly roundup of the top news stories at 51ԹϺ, featuring the presidential election, gaming partnerships, and much more.

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Business and Community |

Brookings Mountain West and 51ԹϺ health care and criminal justice faculty experts partner with Washington think tank on podcast series addressing the opioid abuse epidemic.
 

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People |

From groundbreaking researcher to 51ԹϺ president, Marta Meana reflects on the unexpected moments of her long career.

Erik N. Kubiak, MD
Business and Community |

Dr. Erik Kubiak believes the future of orthopaedics is to become more holistic, to the benefit of patients.