David Glenn Weismiller

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Professor, Department of Family and Community Medicine

Expertise: Preconception health, Smoking and pregnancy, Perinatal education strategies, Sports concussions, Medical curriculum development and evaluation

Biography

Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV professor David G. Weismiller is a nationally known expert on family medicine, fertility, and maternal health.

Renowned for his work in medical education and faculty development, Weismiller presents continuing education courses to doctors through the American Academy of Family Physicians “Board Review Express Course Series,” which he founded in 2005. He also has educated colleagues through an AAFP webcast series covering multiple topics, ranging from geriatrics and primary care to treatment of blood cholesterol and sports concussions.

Weismiller has authored numerous publications on issues related to women’s and children’s health, and he is an advocate for empowering individuals to make sound health care choices. He was recognized in 2018 as a “Best Doctor” in Desert Companion’s Annual List.

Education

M.D., Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
Residency, University of Virginia Health System

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UNLV doctor makes sense of science behind Trump linking Tylenol to autism

Backlash has been quick and forceful, according to CNN, as other parts of the world woke up to President Donald Trump’s comments blaming – without solid evidence – acetaminophen and certain vaccines for autism in children.

UNLV professor discusses new twice-yearly injection to prevent HIV

New reports are out about the FDA approving a twice-yearly injection to help prevent HIV. Joining us on ARC Las Vegas to talk more about this development is Professor of Family Medicine, Dr. David Weismiller, of the UNLV Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

Potential side effects of COVID-19 vaccine detailed in new report

A new report has emerged detailing potential side effects associated with the COVID-19 vaccine. The findings have sparked discussions among medical professionals and the public alike. Dr. David Weismiller weighed in on the report's implications. The report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the vaccine's effects, contributing to ongoing research and understanding of its impact.

Doctor talks long Covid-19 impact prominence 5 years after pandemic declared

The World Health Organization characterized Covid-19 as a pandemic on March 11, 2020. Since then, scientists don’t fully understand why some people develop disabling chronic conditions after the initial viral infection, according to reporting from NBC News.