Dr. Marc J. Kahn

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Chief of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine
Expertise: Medicine, Hematology, Oncology, Health education, Business of medicine

Biography

Dr. Marc J. Kahn is chief of hematology at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine's Department of Internal Medicine. He is a prolific researcher in benign hematology, medical education, and healthcare finance. 

He has served in leadership roles with the Association of American Medical Colleges, American College of Physicians, American Society of Hematology, National Board of Medical Examiners, and the National Residency Matching Program.

Dr. Kahn has authored over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts in addition to 110 book chapters and five textbooks. In 2020, his most recent textbook, “Business Basics of Building and Managing a Healthcare Practice,” was published by Springer Nature.

He formerly served as vice president for health affairs at UNLV and as dean of the university's medical school — developing curricula, clinical programs, and research to elevate healthcare in the region. Prior to joining UNLV in April 2020, Dr. Kahn was a senior associate dean at Tulane University School of Medicine. 

Education

  • M.D., University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
  • M.B.A., Tulane University
  • B.A., Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania

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Are Las Vegas doctors worried about measles exposure rising at airports, tourist spots?
K.S.N.V. T.V. News 3
More than 1,100 measles cases have been reported in the United States this year, and the highly contagious virus has put people at risk while they wait in emergency rooms and doctor’s offices, CNN reports.
UNLV's top blood expert shares 'enthusiasm' over revolutionary Alzheimer's blood test
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There appears to be a breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer's. A new blood test that detects a distinct characteristic of the disease is likely going to change the way doctors diagnose and treat it.
UNLV professor shares medical insight on Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis
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Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer, according to a statement released from his personal office, saying the cancer has spread to Biden's bones. Dr. Marc Kahn, a professor and Chief of Hematology at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, joined ARC Las Vegas to share his insight on the spread of the disease and the former president's diagnosis.
Dr. Marc Kahn of UNLV talks new statistics of overdose deaths dropping in the U.S.
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A new NBC News report shows a 27% decrease in overdose deaths in the United States but even with the decline, the latest numbers are still above prepandemic levels. Two states did not report a decrease, including Nevada.
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UNLV Newsmakers 2025: March
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Campus News | April 3, 2025

The students and faculty of UNLV are springing into headlines around the country.

On the Forefront of Alzheimer's Disease Research
From left to right: Dean Marc J. Kahn, Dr. Jefferson Kinney, Dr. Kate Zhong, Dr. Jeffrey Cummings, and Dr. Mark Guadagnoli at the “Brain Health Frontiers: Tackling Alzheimer's Together” panel discussion.
Campus News | February 18, 2025

The 'Brain Health Frontiers: Tackling Alzheimer's Together' panel discussion highlighted the revolutionary research the Department of Brain Health is conducting to fight Alzheimer’s disease.

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