News
July 14, 2014
Each year, more than 2 million people in this nation are infected with the hepatitis C virus. The group with the greatest number of infected individuals is the baby boomer generation, and now, thanks to a free hepatitis C screening clinic at the University of Arizona Health Network, those who unknowingly carry the silent killer virus, can be screened free of charge.
July 14, 2014
In addition to awarding the college accreditation for a full eight-year cycle, the accreditation authority for MD programs in the U.S. and Canada determined that the college has a number of institutional strengths, including mentorship, counseling, community service and service learning opportunities that are distinctive and worthy of emulation.
July 14, 2014
More than 100 Tucson physicians with the University of Arizona Health Network are ranked among the 2014 Best Doctors in America and are featured in Tucson Lifestyle magazine’s July issue on Best Doctors in Tucson.
July 10, 2014
UA researchers discover one of the mechanisms by which curcumin can prevent cancer cell metastasis in colon cancer.
July 9, 2014
Event celebrates six outstanding Tucson fathers while raising funds to support type 1 diabetes research, clinical programs, faculty recruitment and endowment at the UA Steele Center.
July 7, 2014
The University of Arizona Department of Pediatrics and the University of Arizona Health Network welcome new faculty member Brittany Shutes, MD, assistant professor to the Division of Critical Care.
July 4, 2014
In response to the recommendations of the AHSC advisory councils to bolster support for faculty research efforts, the UA College of Medicine – Tucson Research Office has combined with the new AHSC Research Administration Office.
July 1, 2014
The award will fund public health prevention research at the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health with a focus on reducing health disparities among Latinos living in Southern Arizona.
June 30, 2014
The University of Arizona Sarver Heart Center celebrated the graduation of five fellows from the Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship Program and two from the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Program this June.
June 26, 2014
Agreement to result in enhanced, long-term collaboration between Arizona-based Banner and The University of Arizona
June 24, 2014
Jeff Burgess, MD, MS, MPH, professor of environmental and occupational health at the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, has been appointed Associate Dean for Research.
June 24, 2014
The UA's gene sequencing facility, which specializes in deciphering massive amounts of genetic code in a very short time, has obtained accreditation to expand its services to health care in addition to research.
June 19, 2014
This is the second recognition in 12 months that the Arizona Elks Pediatric Clinic at the University of Arizona Medical Center has received for their excellent immunization rates.
June 18, 2014
University of Arizona and Barrow Neurological Institute neurosurgeons teamed up to perform the corrective procedure.
June 17, 2014
Dr. Heidi McGuigan, medical officer at the U.S. Embassy in Freetown, Liberia, provides health care to U.S. diplomats and their families and teaches the first-ever critical care course for local nurses.
June 12, 2014
Also appointed medical director of solid organ transplantation at the University of Arizona Medical Center.
June 12, 2014
Clowns from the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus will attend the event and provide fun and entertainment for patients and their siblings as well.
June 10, 2014
Autumn Champion, who has a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, returns to the UA to earn her Master of Science, Entry to the Profession of Nursing (MEPN) degree.
June 9, 2014
In a complex, 10-hour operation, surgeons at The University of Arizona Medical Center successfully removed a 47.5-pound tumor from a Tucson woman.
June 9, 2014
Dr. Giovinco’ s work using CT scans to create life-size 3D-printed templates of complex foot and ankle deformities helps doctors prepare for surgery and leads to better patient outcomes and care.
June 9, 2014
Twenty Middle-Schoolers to Gain Clinical Insights and More at UAMC’s 11th Annual Camp Scrubs, June 9-13
June 6, 2014
Construction of Biosciences Partnership Building Set to Begin
June 6, 2014
Dr. Kraft is scheduled to begin his new leadership role in September. He replaces Anne E. Cress, PhD, who has served as interim director of the UA Cancer Center since July 2013.
June 6, 2014
The Arizona Board of Regents approved plans to construct a 10-story, 245,000-square-foot research building...
June 2, 2014
Inspired by their mother to become nurses, a former oncology nurse and current administrator, Jill and Kim Krmpotic live together, study together and work at the same hospital.