News: Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV

An assortment of fruits, vegetables, and nuts
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Med School Students Take Special “Health Meets Food” Class

side-by-side images of a man and a woman
People |

Two new profs look forward to helping students achieve their medical dreams.

A doctor stands next to a piece of medical equipment
People |

Doctor tracks down the UNLV administrator who helped him succeed years ago.

portrait of woman
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Lessons learned from her brother, Michael, prompted Dr. Kate Martin to develop an Honors College course that will urge students to consider the needs of those with differences.

two men in front of research poster
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Endocrinologist discusses link between diabetes and COVID-19.

man holding doctor coat over his arm.
People |

Students begin their medical school studies despite COVID-19.

Gastroparesis illustration. Text: Loss of muscles to move food through the digestive. Damages vagus nerves. Food stays in the stomach too long (bezoars). Closed sphincter. Delayed gastric emptying.
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A two-hour procedure performed by Dr. Annabel Barber of the UNLV School of Medicine dramatically improved patient Joan Anderson’s life.

Medical students talking
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Toyokazu “Chris” Endo plans to feed his appetite for service by becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon.

Dr. Mayra Alejandra Jones-Betancourt with her husband and daughter
People |

Dr. Mayra Jones-Betancourt takes seriously her role as the Latino Medical Student Faculty Advisor at the medical school.

man riding bike in woods
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Dr. Mitchell Lyons was inspired by sister's doctor to pursue a career in medicine.

closeup of someone wearing a UNLV School of Medicine doctor's coat
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A bequest from Patrick Thomas Rose will help Nevadans seeking medical degrees.

building rendering
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Recently released artist's renderings show plans for the building that is scheduled to be under construction in February 2021.