https://www.usf.edu/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usSun, 06 Sep 2026 02:26:28 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-ranks-no-1-in-the-nation-for-second-straight-year.aspxThe 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.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:06:40 USF Health Morsani College of Medicine ranks No. 1 in the nation for second straight year in Medical School Excellence IndexThe 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.Exterior of the USF Health Downtown buildinghttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-ranks-no-1-in-the-nation-for-second-straight-year.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-expands-nutrition-education.aspxThe 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.Story by Freddie Coleman and Cody Hawley: Photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 02 Sep 2026 09:15:58 Morsani College of Medicine expands nutrition education to better prepare future physiciansThe 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.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/morsani-college-of-medicine-expands-nutrition-education.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-welcomes-newest-physician-assistant-students-at-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxStudents, 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.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanThu, 27 Aug 2026 19:12:01 USF Health welcomes newest physician assistant students at Commitment to the Profession CeremonyStudents, 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.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-welcomes-newest-physician-assistant-students-at-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,PA Programhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/simulation-training-in-tanzania.aspxIn 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 educationRyan RossyTue, 25 Aug 2026 08:30:42 USF Health expands emergency medicine simulation training in Tanzania ahead of Africa Cup of NationsIn 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 educationUniversity of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/simulation-training-in-tanzania.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usfhealth-lupus-clinic.aspxUSF 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.Ryan RossyMon, 24 Aug 2026 10:41:37 Comprehensive lupus nephritis clinic brings coordinated specialty care to USF Health patientsUSF 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.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usfhealth-lupus-clinic.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Carehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grand-rounds-grand-legacyThe 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.External ArticleThu, 20 Aug 2026 07:45:13 USF Health receives $5 million gift to name Tyson-Martin Eye Institute, expand ophthalmology care and educationThe 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.Moez Limayem, Suzi Martin and Toby Tysonhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grand-rounds-grand-legacyMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-research-reveals-new-clues-about-how-space-travel-may-affect-womens-health.aspxUSF 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.Dave ScheiberWed, 19 Aug 2026 19:54:19 USF Health research reveals new clues about how space travel may affect women’s healthUSF 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.Sunrise over Earth’s horizon with the Milky Way and a star-filled sky visible from space.https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-health-research-reveals-new-clues-about-how-space-travel-may-affect-womens-health.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/md-phd-student-advances-alternatives-to-chemotherapy-through-usf-health-moffitt-partnership.aspxMD-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.Anna MayorWed, 19 Aug 2026 19:21:47 MD-PhD student advances alternatives to chemotherapy through USF Health–Moffitt partnershipMD-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.Researcher operating a laboratory instrument while wearing protective gloves in a biomedical research laboratory.https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/md-phd-student-advances-alternatives-to-chemotherapy-through-usf-health-moffitt-partnership.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-opens-expanded-college-of-nursing-facility-to-strengthen-floridas-healthcare-workforce.aspxThe new facility will grow nursing enrollment and enhance hands-on clinical education at USF, helping to better address the state and region’s urgent need for nurses.Story by Cody Hawley; Photos by Freddie Coleman; Video by Taylor ClarkFri, 14 Aug 2026 13:06:29 USF opens expanded College of Nursing facility to strengthen Florida’s healthcare workforceThe new facility will grow nursing enrollment and enhance hands-on clinical education at USF, helping to better address the state and region’s urgent need for nurses.USF leaders cut the ribbon on the newly expanded College of Nursing facility https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/usf-opens-expanded-college-of-nursing-facility-to-strengthen-floridas-healthcare-workforce.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-researchers-develop-ai-system-that-predicts-acl-injuries-before-they-happen.aspxUSF 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.External ArticleTue, 11 Aug 2026 10:49:39 USF researchers develop AI system that predicts ACL injuries before they happenUSF 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.Close-up of an individual adjusting a wearable support device strapped to another person's knee during a training assessment.https://www.usf.edu/news/2026/usf-researchers-develop-ai-system-that-predicts-acl-injuries-before-they-happen.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/can-dry-needling-relieve-multiple-sclerosis-pain-usf-health-researchers-are-testing-it.aspxUSF Health researchers are studying whether dry needling can safely reduce chronic leg pain and improve mobility in people with multiple sclerosis. Led by Amir Tabatabaei and the USF Health School of Physical Therapy, the study hopes to validate a new approach to managing one of the disease’s most common and disruptive symptoms.Story, Photos and Video by Allison LongTue, 11 Aug 2026 08:26:22 Can dry needling relieve multiple sclerosis pain? USF Health researchers are testing itUSF Health researchers are studying whether dry needling can safely reduce chronic leg pain and improve mobility in people with multiple sclerosis. Led by Amir Tabatabaei and the USF Health School of Physical Therapy, the study hopes to validate a new approach to managing one of the disease’s most common and disruptive symptoms.USF Health Amir Tabatabaei helping research participant Angela Arroyo through physical therapy exercises https://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/can-dry-needling-relieve-multiple-sclerosis-pain-usf-health-researchers-are-testing-it.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy,Researchhttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/112-usf-health-physicians-recognized-among-tampa-bays-top-doctors-for-2026.aspxTampa Magazine's 2026 Top Doctors list is out, and more than 100 USF Health physicians earned spots across 55+ medical specialties.Cody R. Hawley, PhDThu, 06 Aug 2026 14:48:04 Over 100 USF Health physicians recognized among Tampa Bay’s Top Doctors for 2026Tampa Magazine's 2026 Top Doctors list is out, and more than 100 USF Health physicians earned spots across 55+ medical specialties.The Morsani Center for Advanced Healthcare at sunsethttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2026/112-usf-health-physicians-recognized-among-tampa-bays-top-doctors-for-2026.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care