White coats a symbol of compassion, commitment
Focusing on patients as people as well as the data of their lab tests and medical histories is the foundation of true patient care. This advice, shared with […]
Dr. H. James Brownlee, family medicine leader and trusted mentor, retires
Over 21 years at USF’s medical school, H. James Brownlee, MD, distinguished himself through his pursuit of excellence and passion for teaching and patient care. He officially retires […]
New USF medical students belong to a record-setting class [Multimedia]
The 179 new University of South Florida medical students who donned their first white coats Friday evening are part of a class that has already broken records. The […]
Rare diseases research can also serve the “greater good”
In this issue’s letter, I want to discuss the value of studying, and aiming to cure, rare diseases. This is prompted by a recent New England Journal of […]
USF awarded $2.24 M grant to improve care for older adults
USF Health will team with Tampa Family Health Centers to build a health care workforce integrating primary and geriatric care Tampa, FL (Aug. 13, 2015) — The University […]
USF Health launches Epic electronic health records system
USF Health converted to Epic electronic health records (EHR) system at all its clinical sites Aug. 1, launching a new era of efficiency, improved patient care and safety, […]
USF and cancer advocacy organization FORCE awarded $1.45M to advance clinical research network
PCORnet will focus on questions and outcomes that matters most to patients and their caregivers to help shape the future of hereditary cancer research Tampa, FL (Aug. 12, […]
Dr. Yu Chen receives USF Excellence in Innovation Award
Yu Chen, PhD, an associate professor in the Morsani College of Medicine’s Department of Molecular Medicine, was among five USF faculty members who recently received the university’s Excellence […]
Dr. Karen Bruder guides USF Health into Epic, knowing its potential for improving patient safety
This story is part of a series highlighting faculty who are shining examples of quality and compassionate patient care and patient safety. Every day, these health care providers […]
USF Health Clinics in South Tampa closed today (Aug. 3) due to street flooding
Tampa, FL (Aug. 3, 2015) — The following USF Health patient care clinics are closed today, Monday, August 3, due to heavy rains and street flooding in the […]
USF Public Health first in state to launch new master’s curriculum
The changes reflect the national push to provide today’s public health professionals with real-world concepts that meet today’s public health needs. The USF College of Public Health is the […]
Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute CEO champions funding for dementia research
David Morgan plays a leading role in an ambitious national research movement to help stop Alzheimer’s disease by 2025 In a year’s time Alzheimer’s disease affects more Americans […]
Long-time clinician, researcher, supporter and teacher Allan Goldman, MD, will retire July 31
Across 41 years, Allan Goldman, MD, has treated patients, taught and advised students and residents, chaired the Department of Internal Medicine, directed Graduate Medical Education, connected with alumni, […]
USF Health academic partners ranked top hospitals by U.S. News
At nationally ranked Tampa General Hospital, USF physicians play leadership roles in eight of 10 medical specialties ranked top or high performing by U.S. News & World Report […]
Dr. Birk and Dr. Borlongan named Distinguished USF Health Professors
Two Morsani College of Medicine faculty members whose work bridges the basic and clinical sciences — David Birk, PhD, and Cesario Borlongan, PhD — were recently designated as […]
Researchers focus on translating science into better health for mothers and babies [Multimedia]
From molecular discoveries to health policy applications, Drs. Maureen Groer and William Sappenfield have built impressive careers working to improve perinatal care. Many parents may never understand how […]
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