LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 12, 2021) — Moderna’s KidCOVE trial is currently underway to test the dosage and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 6 months through 11 years old.
College of Medicine Recognized for Diversity and Inclusion Efforts with Prestigious Award
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine has received the 2021 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.
USA Drone Port pioneers aerial drone messaging to support public awareness about healthcare options
By Robert Donnan
USA Drone Port
The USA Drone Port has teamed up with the UK Center of Excellence in Rural Health (UKCERH) to test innovative aerial drone technologies that can increase public awareness about healthcare services, including Covid-19 vaccination opportunities, across Eastern Kentucky as well as in neighboring counties in West Virginia.
Saha Aortic Center presents awards recognizing clinical service, education, and research
The Saha Aortic Center presented awards recognizing excellence in clinical service, research, and education at the University of Kentucky as it pertains to aortic health and treatment.
The Saha Aortic Center Award in Clinical Care
Physiology Trainee Courtney Kloske Leads Formation of WIMS Mentoring Program
From October 2021 WIMS Newsletter
United Way Employee Giving Campaign 2021
United Way of the Bluegrass Employee Giving Campaign launches October 11.
Dear College of Medicine,
I’m excited to announce that Monday, October 11, marks the start of our United Way of the Bluegrass Employee Giving Campaign!
We are glad to continue the College of Medicine’s proud tradition of giving back to the community through United Way of the Bluegrass.
CEC Leader Dr. Stanifer 'Proud Daughters are Doing Their Part' in Vaccine Research Trial
National Hispanic Heritage Month: Q&A with Dr. Alexandra Kejner
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed Sept. 15 – Oct. 15. In the following Q&A, Alexandra Kejner, MD, assistant professor of head and neck surgical oncology and microvascular reconstruction, discusses what the month means to her and what she wants others to know about being Hispanic.
Q: How do you identify? What is your national/cultural background?
October 28: Physiology Research Retreat
Click here to view the official event page
The Physiology Research Retreat is the marquee research event for the entire department. This one day event include scientific talks, trainee presentations, collaborative activities, and a judged poster session with recognition for outstanding presenters.
'UK at the Half': Michael Rankin Transforms Medical Education in Kentucky
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 11, 2021) — For this "UK at the Half," Michael D. Rankin, M.D., a 1980 graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine discusses his time at UK and how it inspired him to lead the charge for the college's growth.
During the UK game on Saturday, Rankin was recognized for his monumental $22 million gift commitment that will transform medical education in Kentucky.
UK Study Suggests Personalized Medicine May be the Future of Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 8, 2021) — A recently released paper from the Department of Physiology and Sanders-Brown Center on Aging (SBCoA) at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine suggests that your genetics can influence your response to Alzheimer’s disease pathology.
