Making the Rounds

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No Age Limit on Dreams of Becoming a Doctor
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Dr. Anthony Desoasido of the Kerkorian School of Medicine wasn't about to allow middle age to stand in the way of his long-held dream of becoming a physician.

Program Helps Women Move into Academic Leadership in Health Care
Alison Netski, MD, professor and chair of the department of psychiatry and behavioral health

Dr. Alison Netski of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine is the latest UNLV faculty member to participate in the selective fellowship program.

Residency Slots Key To Fixing Physician Shortage in Nevada
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School of Medicine dean discusses why Nevada lags behind in number of medical school residency positions and what needs to be done.

Religious Faith Leads Student To Pursue Career in Medicine
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Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine student Jacob Villarama took a year off to pray and contemplate which career path to follow.

Commanding the Trauma Bay
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Lt. Col. Stephanie Streit does double duty as military surgeon and Kerkorian School of Medicine professor through unique partnership.

Medical School Faculty Receive Barrick Distinguished Scholar Awards
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Edwin Oh uses genetics to improve health while Katherine Hertlein explores healthy relationships and the connection between sexuality and technology.

Medical Student Overcomes Challenges to Become Advocate For Health Care Equality
A close-up of Sherine Khanbijian

Third-year medical student Sherine Khanbijian refused to let setbacks derail her dream of becoming a physician.

Physician’s Commitment to Serving Southern Nevada Continues After Retirement
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The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine's John Fildes looks back at decades of medical accomplishments.

Physician's Life-and-Death Struggle Provides Insights for More Compassionate Care
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"Walking in his patients' shoes" takes on new meaning for Dr. Alfredo Iardino.