Topic: health and medicine

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People | January 16, 2019

Second-year UNLV medical student is on his way to achieving his dream of becoming a doctor.

Man in doctor's coat
People | January 9, 2019

Dr. John Fildes' youthful interest in medicine turned into a successful lifelong career.

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Research | December 26, 2018

In 2018, faculty and students collaborated with one another and international colleagues on scientific exploration that sought to help people make sense of themselves and the world around them.

Makayla Palmer poses in the Xeric Garden on UNLV's campus.
People | December 10, 2018

A health economist in the Lee Business School, her research interests center around policies addressing the health of low-income and at-risk infants and children.

Sinatra's at Wynn Las Vegas (Jeff Green Photography)
Campus News | December 5, 2018

On a trip to Wynn Las Vegas, UNLV medical students learn that choosing healthier options doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor.

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People | November 28, 2018

At UNLV, physician Buddhadeb Dawn is able to combine his talent for program-building with his passions for research and patient care.

UNLV School of Medicine
People | November 21, 2018

The new chair of the School of Medicine’s ob/gyn department says that even after decades, delivering babies still is exciting.

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Business and Community | November 15, 2018

With a focus on recruiting students with strong Nevada ties, the School of Medicine is cultivating a commitment to the community in future doctors, says John Moran III.

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People | November 8, 2018

With the stamina of a triathlete, Kimberly Case-Nichols manages the logistics of clinic consolidations and facility expansions at the UNLV Medical School.