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From a COVID-Era Student to Occupational Therapy Instructor at UNLV
Kayla Ford was among the first students in the university's OT program. Now she teaches mental health-related courses in the School of Integrated Health Sciences.
UNLV ENT Surgeon Provides Advanced Cancer Treatment in Southern Nevada
Dr. Suparna Shah is part of the only team in the state performing oral cavity cancer surgeries with reconstruction.
Bridging Military & Civilian Medicine
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program participates in the Las Vegas Military-Civilian Partnership, allowing both military and civilian residents to learn skills they wouldn’t get anywhere else.
How Public Health Officials Are on the Frontlines Against a Diarrhea-Causing Parasite
UNLV epidemiologist Brian Labus and public health alumna Devin Raman explain how disease investigators track outbreaks.
Brain Power Working for Brain Health
The department of brain health is advancing groundbreaking research while helping the community better understand cognitive wellness.
Namesakes: The Yvette Wintermute Legacy Scholarship
UNLV alumna Yvette Wintermute’s legacy of kindness and care continues through scholarships established by her twin sister, fellow alumna Yvonne Hicks.
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