UTHSC News


College of Pharmacy Implements Lab Rotation Program for PhD Students

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The UT Health Science Center College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is implementing a new option for PhD students to earn their degree. Previously, direct placement in one specific lab was the only option for prospective PhD students entering the graduate program. However, since the fall of 2023, prospective graduate students can choose their… Read More


HIPAA Privacy Security Breach May Affect Some Patients Treated by UT Health Science Center Physicians at a Memphis Partner Hospital

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A Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) breach was recently discovered, which might affect the privacy and security of certain health information of some obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) patients treated at Regional One Health (ROH). The breach may have included the following patient information: first and last name, medical record number, age, date of… Read More


UT Health Science Center Advisory Board to Hold Special Meeting March 22

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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board will hold a special meeting Friday, March 22, at 11 a.m., in the Mooney Library, 875 Monroe Ave., on the Memphis campus. On the agenda: Chancellor’s report Fiscal year 2024-25 tuition and fee rates Approval of tuition and fee rates While the meeting will be conducted… Read More


College of Health Professions Launches Program to Mentor Students on Health Career Paths

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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Health Professions recently launched the 2024 Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) National Ambassadors Program, an initiative to connect students with mentors in the fields of medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. The HCOP National Ambassadors Program is made possible through a $3.2 million award… Read More


Children with Sickle Cell Disease Need Vision Exams as Often as Adults, Researchers Find

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Researchers at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center have conducted a study to uncover more about sickle cell disease and its impact on vision in children. They found one in three children with sickle cell disease had retinopathy, damage to the retina because of disease. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red… Read More


College of Dentistry’s Growing Impact Showcased in 2024 Dentistry Magazine

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The Winter 2024 issue of the College of Dentistry Magazine highlights how the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Dentistry is increasing its impact by training more students, treating more patients, and opening new clinics across the state. Master’s Degree Opens Doors Learn how a master’s degree from the College of Dentistry has… Read More


Running Mom: Young Patients Inspire Nurse to Pursue Marathons

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As a young nurse at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Christina Wills, DNP, began running to support her patients in the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend. She never really expected to become a dedicated marathon runner. “My commitment to my patients and their families sparked my love for running. The most recent St. Jude Memphis… Read More


Delta Dental of Tennessee Building Wins Best Large Renovation in 2024 Building Memphis Awards

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When the ribbon was cut last April during the grand opening of the new Delta Dental of Tennessee Building at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, it ushered in a new day for the oral health of the people of Tennessee. More than a location for Tennessee’s future dentists to study and… Read More