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Fifty years later, landmark Robert Gallo discovery recognized as a foundation for modern cancer immunotherapy
A groundbreaking discovery by Dr. Gallo half a century ago helped establish the scientific foundation for modern cancer immunotherapy. Now, two of the world’s leading immunologists are revisiting the discovery and its enduring impact on medicine in a new Landmark Perspective in Science.
September 10, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health accelerated residency gives physical therapy students a head start on specialty training
Graduates of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program have traditionally faced two choices: either enter the workforce immediately or spend another year or more in specialty training. At the USF Health School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, students interested in orthopaedics have another option.
September 10, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy
Morsani College of Medicine welcomes Class of 2030 at White Coat Ceremony
In front of friends, family, mentors, staff and faculty, 140 new medical students received their first white coat and recited the Oath of Commitment, symbolizing their transition into the healthcare profession.
September 4, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranks No. 1 in the nation for second straight year in Medical School Excellence Index
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine has been ranked the No. 1 medical school in the country for the second consecutive year in the 2026 Medical School Excellence Index. USF was the only institution to receive a perfect score of 100.
September 3, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
Morsani College of Medicine expands nutrition education to better prepare future physicians
The Morsani College of Medicine has more than doubled the required nutrition instruction across its four-year MD curriculum, increasing from 36 to 76 instructional hours.
September 2, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health welcomes newest physician assistant students at Commitment to the Profession Ceremony
Students, staff, faculty and friends filled the University of South Florida School of Music auditorium to welcome 50 new physician assistant students during the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Physician Assistant Program Class of 2028 Commitment to the Profession Ceremony.
August 27, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, PA Program
USF Health expands emergency medicine simulation training in Tanzania ahead of Africa Cup of Nations
In July, faculty and simulation experts from the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS) traveled to Tanzania to support that effort, teaching local healthcare educators the foundations of simulation-based education
August 25, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
Comprehensive lupus nephritis clinic brings coordinated specialty care to USF Health patients
USF Health is bringing rheumatology and nephrology together to provide patients with a fully integrated approach to diagnosing, treating and managing lupus nephritis and its kidney complications.
August 24, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Patient Care
USF Health receives $5 million gift to name Tyson-Martin Eye Institute, expand ophthalmology care and education
The gift from USF alums Suzi Martin and her son, “Toby” Tyson, will also name future satellite clinics, establish the Tyson-Martin Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology, enhance the Ophthalmology Medicine Fund and create the Dr. Suzi Martin Endowed Ophthalmic Technician Training Program.
August 20, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
USF Health research reveals new clues about how space travel may affect women’s health
USF Health researchers have uncovered new evidence that spaceflight conditions may affect women’s health, offering insights into how altered gravity and stress influence the vaginal microbiome during space travel.
August 19, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
MD-PhD student advances alternatives to chemotherapy through USF Health–Moffitt partnership
MD-PhD student Vincent Lok is advancing cancer immunotherapy research and exploring innovative alternatives to chemotherapy that harness the body's immune system to fight cancer.
August 19, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF researchers develop AI system that predicts ACL injuries before they happen
USF researchers are developing an AI-powered wearable that uses machine learning and real-time feedback to help identify risky movements and reduce the risk of ACL injuries before they occur.
August 11, 2026Morsani College of Medicine