UTHSC News


Students to Participate in National Healthcare Competition

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Six students from UTHSC have been selected to enter a national competition focusing on improving healthcare quality.


UT Cancer Institute Opens Seventh Facility in Bartlett

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The UT Cancer Institute announces its newest, state-of-the-art, cancer treatment facility at 2996 Kate Bond Road, Bartlett, with an open house from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6.


Researcher Targets Complications of Diabetes

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Edwards A. Park, PhD, UTHSC professor, has been awarded a three-year American Diabetes Association grant totaling nearly $300,000 to study hyperglycemia, which is repsonsible for many complications associated with type II diabetes.


Center for Biodefense and Security Established at UTHSC

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The UT Health Science Center has established the Mid-South Center for Biodefense and Security to coordinate federal, regional and state resources as well as increase support for activities directly impacting homeland security.


Students Present Community Outreach Activities

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UTHSC students will be presenting their service-learning projects in the lobby of the 920 Madison Ave. Building from noon to 2p.m. on Thursday, March 17.


Research to Prevent Blindness Grant Supports UT Ophthalmology

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Alessandro Iannaccone, MD,UTHSC associate professor of ophthalmology, has received a prestigious Research to Prevent Blindness Career Development Award for $200,000.


Trustees Approve Pharmacy Class Size Request

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The UT Board of Trustees unanimously approved a request from the College of Pharmacy to significantly increase class size during its quarterly meeting held in Chattanooga.


Beizai Receives National Recognition

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UTHSC assistant professor, Kristin S. Beizai, MD, has received the prestigious Nancy C.A. Roeske Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Medical Student Education from the American Psychiatric Association.