https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolofMedicine/Medical-Education50 most recent storiesen-USb7459585-b8c9-46b8-b40c-18abb3cbb640https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ferrari-appointed-to-secretary-treasurer-ofamerican-board-of-pediatrics-leadership-boardNorman Ferrari, M.D., chief academic officer and vice dean for medical education and academic affairs for the West Virginia University School of Medicine, has been named the secretary-treasurer of the American Board of Pediatrics.  Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-17T14:13:35-05:00dadc5b39-5c18-4a77-aaca-4c56ce5ba424https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-dr-pyles-to-give-presentation-on-pediatric-heart-healthLee Pyles, M.D., MS, will give a presentation on pediatric heart health during the WVU Walk with a Future Doc session on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 10 a.m.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-17T16:33:03-05:0080e56ce0-9ea6-405b-804a-679de8a15321https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-announces-expansions-of-two-residency-programs-for-2026With the spring semester in full swing and fourth-year medical students eagerly looking ahead to learning their match destinations in March, the West Virginia University School of Medicine is excited to announce expansions to two of its residency programs.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-26T15:51:35-05:00e1ced262-5bb0-4794-b73a-5aca427c8167https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=md-phd-student-combines-research-and-medicine-to-advance-pancreatic-cancer-research-fundingsomdiscoverAlyson Stevens began college with a strong passion for pancreatic cancer research, but little did she know her initial interests would lead her to supporting cancer research efforts at the national level in Washington, D.C.  Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-14T15:43:49-05:0019aada78-f769-48fe-b3da-bbf2bcd72643https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-eastern-campus-launches-grand-rounds-series-with-presentation-on-sleep-medicineThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus will kick off a new grand rounds series with a special presentation on Monday, Feb. 2, from Sunil Sharma, M.D., professor and division chief for the Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care and Sleep Medicine from WVU's main campus.Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-09T10:29:16-05:001e525615-191a-4f5e-91c4-cc893ae596d9https://www.aamc.org/news/medical-schools-focus-prevention-well-treatment-diseaseDuring her general surgery sub-internship at West Virginia University (WVU) School of Medicine, fourth-year medical student Andrea Hincapie-Bendeck assisted in removing part of a patient's bowel, necessitated by a ruptured diverticulum. At discharge, the patient asked the surgical team for information on what to eat.Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-23T11:41:37-05:00361884d3-adb3-4c88-98f3-5374e2cecc3fhttps://wvuf.org/news-and-publications/news/2025/12/11/retired-doctor-pays-it-forward-creates-scholarship-for-wvu-medical-studentssomengageA retired ophthalmologist is celebrating the 45th anniversary of his graduation from the West Virginia University School of Medicine with a $50,000 scholarship gift to benefit future medical students from West Virginia.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-15T08:44:54-05:006bb997f3-e59a-4860-9ec0-a1037229c7e4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-encouraged-to-apply-for-nancy-sanders-memorial-student-global-travel-awards-deadline-dec-14somdiscoverApplications are now open for a travel grant offered by the West Virginia University Health Sciences Global Engagement Office (GEO), which provides funding for students to engage in various global health initiatives.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-24T13:19:57-05:00f8b6746b-bc95-4aa2-8d4d-68646db51f47https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-offers-increased-opportunities-for-residents-and-fellows-through-expansions-tsomenagaeAs medical students around the country participate in interviews to determine where they will complete their specialized medical training, the West Virginia University School of Medicine recently announced increased opportunities through expansions to several graduate medical education programs.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-21T13:15:45-05:0051ecf9d6-90ac-4cd7-a3df-846493f5204ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-eastern-campus-faculty-and-students-connect-with-community-members-through-misomeducateStudents and faculty at the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus are connecting with local community members through a series of educational events called Mini Med School.Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-20T09:07:00-05:00087b4d30-e815-43ce-b418-1f18b5e7b7aahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-program-hosts-second-annual-run-and-walk-eventThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Walk with a Future Doc program hosts its second annual 5K Run and Walk event at Edith B. Barill Riverfront Park in Star City on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon.Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-01T15:52:14-04:006c548f56-2e88-430a-9051-f4618d118603https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=resident-and-fellow-job-fair-set-for-oct-28(Note: this article was originally posted on WVU Medicine Connect. You can view the original article here -- login required.)Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-25T13:38:51-04:000cdcd44b-1c55-4cc7-9df3-2aecfc4ef679https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-dr-oreskovich-to-give-presentation-on-acupunctureJason Oreskovich, D.O., will give a presentation on acupuncture during the WVU Walk with a Future Doc session on Saturday, Sept. 6, at 10 a.m.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-02T16:12:48-04:00aee7b6ae-04b3-46ae-a52f-9ddf4e26a214https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=the-m-d-class-of-2029-takes-first-steps-on-journey-to-becoming-physicianssomeducateOver the past week, first-year medical students have been preparing to start their degree by gaining a foundational understanding of how to find academic success, build their professional backgrounds, and take care of themselves and their peers.Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-01T14:19:51-04:00a3ea035b-e97c-4b20-bf8a-3a70e0d86760https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=two-veterans-and-wvu-medical-students-named-as-pat-tillman-foundation-scholarssomempowerBrentyn Jones and Jerry "Ted" Price, two students enrolled in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Medical Degree program, have been named as Pat Tillman Foundation Scholars and join 40 other military veterans, service members and spouses who aspire to make a positive difference in communities across the nation.Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-28T08:48:57-04:00d156fddc-9d75-489d-a913-89f37576a03dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-trainees-start-next-phase-of-their-careers-atwvu-school-of-medicinesomeducateThe West Virginia University School of Medicine welcomed the newest class of 266 resident and fellow physicians, dentists, clinical psychologists and researchers to the Graduate Medical Education programs at the Morgantown, Parkersburg and Harpers Ferry campuses during a welcome orientation that took place June 23 and 24.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-03T14:38:33-04:00e9ab3359-2adc-4d79-897f-65212c5d7bechttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=madison-seman-receives-pat-fedeles-award-for-compassion-in-physical-diagnosisSecond-year medical student Madison Seman was honored with the 2025 Patricia "Pat" Fedeles Award for Compassion in Physical Diagnosis. The award recognizes a student who consistently demonstrates compassion, friendliness and a caring attitude toward patients, peers, faculty and staff.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-03T11:39:57-04:003ac6935c-59dd-45c2-8f49-1bf45ddfd8cehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-holds-event-forspring-2025-ghhs-inducteesThe West Virginia University School of Medicine recently hosted an event to honor the most recent cohort of the Gold Humanism Honors Society inductees on Saturday, April 26 at the Health Sciences Center in Morgantown.Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-27T08:51:27-04:00536cece1-533b-4178-8d58-e0726a4d61abhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-m-d-student-awards-convocation-honors-medical-education-achievementsThe annual West Virginia University School of Medicine 2025 M.D. Student Awards Convocation was held Thursday, May 15 to honor medical students, faculty, educators and alumni for their achievements throughout the year.Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-27T08:46:57-04:009361c51d-c407-48fa-a62f-78059b306965https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=grand-rounds-to-focus-on-neurodivergence-in-health-professions-educationJoin the next Health Professions Education Grand Rounds on Wednesday, May 21, from noon to 1 p.m. for a virtual session exploring how neurodivergent experiences shape learning and engagement in academic health settings.Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-08T10:06:24-04:0019a11791-9f49-4a89-a18a-07742e72caa9https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2025/04/23/wvu-medicine-chief-medical-officer-creates-scholarship-for-first-generation-md-studentssomempowerSince graduating from the West Virginia University School of Medicine in 1986, Dr. Michael Edmond, a first-generation college student from Monongah, has consistently sent gifts of appreciation back to his alma mater.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-25T14:14:27-04:00ebddb84a-8223-4a52-8e22-4863710f57e4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=huffmyer-named-school-of-medicine-assistant-acgme-dioJulie Huffmyer, M.D., has been named the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education assistant designated institution official for the West Virginia University School of Medicine Graduate Medical Education program effective by July 1.Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-22T15:19:13-04:00053ad4ee-9d7e-4d43-991f-a176ecca31a6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-medical-students-meet-with-legislators-to-discuss-key-healthcare-policies-at-national-medical-adA group of West Virginia University medical students recently attended a national medical advocacy conference, where they had the opportunity to meet with West Virginia's congressional representatives to discuss several important pieces of legislation related to healthcare in the state.Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-15T12:08:45-04:00d47ec408-ea17-4830-8ce6-d43c99d07acdhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-fourth-year-medical-student-looks-to-earn-culinary-medicine-certification-through-culinary-and-lAs she looks ahead to earning her medical degree and transitioning into residency, fourth-year medical student Natalie Mastroianni also looks to earn her certification as a culinary medicine specialist through the School of Medicine's Culinary and Lifestyle Medicine Track (CLMT).Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-15T12:08:26-04:00957e9985-56c9-41f2-a9e9-88956d60cd6chttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ipe-to-host-health-professions-education-grand-rounds-on-april-23The Office of Faculty Development partnered with the Department of Medical Education, the Office of Interprofessional Education and the Medical Education and Administration Fellowship are set to host Health Professions Education Grand Rounds.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-02T13:57:56-04:00fd677c9f-6c95-408e-b193-c276e7cbfa85https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-eastern-campus-class-of-2025-celebrates-match-dayThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus recently celebrated Match Day, where fourth-year medical students received their letters and learned where they will spend the next several years completing their residency training.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-27T13:45:52-04:00f0cf5934-6968-4440-b2e3-3b2d14544a84https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-launches-new-pediatric-cardiology-fellowship-programsomdiscoverApplications are being accepted for a new three-year pediatric cardiology fellowship at the West Virginia University Department of Pediatrics.Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-03-14T13:50:34-04:0083cfba3a-04fb-48db-b788-1caa1cdd5f87https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2025/02/19/finalists-to-compete-in-wvu-mountaineer-mascot-cheer-off-eventsomempowerFour West Virginia University students vying to become the 71st Mountaineer mascot will wear buckskins, a coonskin cap and carry a rifle as they compete in a cheer-off during the men's basketball game against TCU at 9 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 25) in the WVU Coliseum.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-24T08:50:17-05:004f7902a0-810a-42dd-84fb-a60e635685c4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=thankresident-day-celebration-planned-for-residents-at-j-w-ruby-memorial-hospitalResidents are encouraged to stop by the third-floor atrium in J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28 as part of the Thank a Resident Day celebration. A variety of activities are planned throughout the day to celebrate the contributions that residents make. Therapy dogs will be available from 11 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. and representatives for resident support services will be on hand through the day.Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-18T11:52:41-05:0025209c2c-4418-4bcb-a45e-18149b320b42https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-s-warden-elected-chair-ofnational-transitional-year-residency-review-committeMary Warden, M.D., was elected to serve as chair of the Transitional Year Residency Review Committee with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-14T13:40:37-05:006e5636bd-4b2b-4c38-9d90-5ce61464efa9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=faculty-invited-to-support-and-attendm-d-white-coat-ceremony_0The John W. Traubert M.D. White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2027 takes place at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 15 at West Virginia University Canady Creative Arts Center.Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-04T12:19:43-05:004d95fb10-60cb-47a5-abc0-afc372c9357fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=department-of-surgery-launches-new-bariatric-surgery-fellowship-programThe Department of Surgery in the West Virginia University School of Medicine recently announced the foundation of a new Bariatric Surgery Fellowship program that is a one-year, Fellowship Council-accredited post-graduate training program that accepts one fellow per year.Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-17T10:18:27-05:00cbe173ce-0faf-4112-8484-d949cbde2976https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-institute-for-community-and-rural-health-members-awardedThe West Virginia University Institute for Community and Rural Health was recognized at the 32nd Annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference with several awards for individual contributions to rural health and education efforts.Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-05T13:42:42-05:00635f8e6a-22ec-4fb7-9734-cd35ffcffd90https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=rural-track-students-have-received-positivity-and-encouragement-for-overdecade-due-toefforts-of_1somempowerWhen it comes to the student learning experience, the small things matter. Amid classes, examinations, rotations and extensive studying, a friendly face and words of encouragement can significantly impact a busy student.Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-21T13:23:37-05:00fe25fd97-890a-4842-b341-73fbb05446f7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-m-d-alumni-reconnect-to-roots-during-alumni-weekend-activitiessomdiscoverThe annual West Virginia University School of Medicine M.D. Alumni Weekend was held in Morgantown at the Hotel Morgan on Oct. 18-19 to give alumni an opportunity to celebrate achievements, renew relationships and honor the Distinguished Alumnus Award winner, Laurie Gutmann, M.D. during the Alumni Banquet.Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-29T08:23:30-04:00d86d6ec8-fb2b-40b8-b23b-71da12901b00https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/10/11/planned-gift-from-wvu-school-of-medicine-grad-aids-future-studentssomdiscoverA West Virginia University School of Medicine alumnus and his wife are paying tribute to his alma mater with a planned gift to benefit future students.Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-17T11:18:13-04:0028244c31-cdd8-4f6b-907d-d068036a8461https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-medicine-m-d-alumni-weekend-slated-for-oct-18-19somenagaeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine is inviting M.D. alumni back to Morgantown for the annual Alumni Weekend event, which takes place during the University's Homecoming Weekend on Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-03T08:58:31-04:0055a8bc1e-ca0c-4636-ba2a-e45b00e8cbe3https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/09/16/boland-s-legacy-continues-to-grow-at-wvu-school-of-medicine-charleston-campussomhealLongtime Department of Surgery chairman Dr. James Boland continues to influence the WVU School of Medicine Charleston Campus more than 13 years after his death.Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-23T15:33:27-04:00fb91505e-a8fc-4212-95e1-e1147b503a89https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/09/12/wvu-school-of-medicine-alumni-couple-s-gift-aids-md-students-interested-in-researchsomempowerA West Virginia University School of Medicine alumni couple is expanding research opportunities for Mountain State medical students with a $100,000 scholarship gift.Thu, 12 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-23T15:34:04-04:0096141217-6baf-4191-ad80-4e55e928e37bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=article-authored-by-som-faculty-highlighting-clmt-published-in-academic-journalA scholarly article authored by a team of West Virginia University School of Medicine faculty members has been published in a recent edition of the academic journal Medical Education Online.Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-06T10:38:35-04:00920b1aa6-4dbf-4a45-8096-cbaf2e186227https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-program-to-host-first-5k-run-walk-eventThe West Virginia University School of Medicine's Walk with a Future Doc program will kick off the academic year with its first 5K Run & Walk event at the Student Recreation Center on Sunday, Sept. 22, at 9 a.m.Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-05T15:43:58-04:005bd1b362-18a6-4341-9bfa-5401f04a0a70https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-dr-bhagavathi-to-give-presentation-on-health-and-longevitySharathkumar Bhagavathi, M.D., will give a presentation on health and longevity during the WVU Walk with a Future Doc session on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-05T09:15:37-04:00a7020031-3970-439d-964e-0209360592d6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-walk-withfuture-doc-dr-oreskovich-to-give-presentation-on-auricular-acupunctureJason Oreskovich, D.O., will give a presentation on auricular acupuncture during the WVU Walk with a Future Doc session on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 10 a.m.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-12T15:55:29-04:005879485c-9a50-4a4e-82ff-e67e62cd59d2https://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/07/30/-50k-gift-from-wvu-faculty-member-benefits-students-at-eastern-campussomempowerFuture medical professionals studying at the West Virginia University School of Medicine's Eastern Campus will benefit from a faculty member's $50,000 gift. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:19:43-04:009fd34fc1-39ca-4e1a-9f51-fe43cb20d889https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-m-d-class-of-2028-starts-journey-to-becoming-future-physicianssomeducateThe West Virginia University School of Medicine officially welcomes the newest medical students to campus this week during orientation activities. The M.D. Class of 2028 will meet with program leaders, bond with peers and gain useful insight that ensures success over their educational journey.Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:29:56-04:00e3a35c40-c37a-4f02-8af2-9f6b1aa815e0https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/07/11/showing-power-of-community-wvu-alumni-chapter-in-boone-county-marks-milestone-for-student-supportBringing together several generations of West Virginia University supporters, the WVU Alumni Association will celebrate a summer tradition during the 37th annual Boone County Alumni and Friends Pig Roast and Mountaineer Music Frolic on Saturday (July 13) in Boone County. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-15T08:58:57-04:00e48bef9d-26ee-4186-9e42-b6ff1f0ca506https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=graduate-medical-education-welcomes2024-cohort-of-traineessomeducateWest Virginia University School of Medicine's newest class of 236 resident and fellow physicians, dentists and clinical psychologists will begin training in the Graduate Medical Education program at the Morgantown, Parkersburg and Harpers Ferry campuses. The majority will be starting clinical work the first week of July.Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-20T11:48:28-04:00784b66d3-f3ca-48ce-b3e9-7abe78823c46https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/05/28/wvu-researchers-develop-3d-model-to-better-treat-neurological-disorderssomeducateA 3D model developed by West Virginia University neuroscientists shows how implantable stimulators — the same kind used to treat chronic pain — can target neurons that control specific muscles to provide rehabilitation for people with neurological disorders such as stroke and spinal cord injuries.Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-30T09:13:46-04:00834f615c-affb-4dba-b899-ca3273da0019https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=lawrence-set-to-graduate-from-neurosurgery-residency-programsomeducateFor as long as he can remember, Jesse Lawrence, M.D., knew that the best care a patient can receive goes beyond a diagnosis or treatment plan -- that approaching each patient as a person first and a case second matters most to those seeking care.Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-16T13:18:34-04:0034a135d0-5a54-462b-963a-07e9e3cdeb59https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fisher-passes-torch-to-saggio-after-24-years-as-alpha-omega-alpha-faculty-councillorsomeducateFor the past 24 years, Assistant Dean of Continuing Education and Professor of Medicine, Melanie Fisher, M.D., MS.c., has served as faculty Councillor of West Virginia University's School of Medicine Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-08T09:53:19-04:00