Topic: health and medicine

Isa Avenido, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Class of 2028 student
People | September 30, 2025

Medical student Maria Isabelle Avenido is inspired to pursue a medical career where the emphasis is for equitable access.

From left to right: Aditi Singh, MD; Kate Martin, MD; Kavita Batra, PhD; and Deborah Kuhls, MD
Research | September 2, 2025

The medical school is dedicated to expanding its research curriculum, shaping the future of graduate medical education (GME).

Messenger RNA
Research | August 26, 2025

UNLV research team develops mRNA cocktail to intravenously and directly reach the pancreas, allowing for potentially revolutionary treatment options; lead researcher Chandra Bhattacharya becomes university's first to earn national award. 

Jaineet (Jai) Chhabra, MD, and two “Dr. Jai Basketball: It’s for Everyone!” camp attendees practicing their basketball fundamentals.
Business and Community | August 9, 2025

Medicine resident launches basketball camp to combine athletics, medicine, and mentorship to support children with autism. 

Medical resident taking a woman's pulse
Business and Community | August 5, 2025

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine and UNLV Health are united in their continued goal of providing Southern Nevadans with the best care possible.