/health/news/Recent posts from Health Newsen-usSun, 19 Apr 2026 11:30:03 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/news/2026/pandemic-preparedness.aspxPhysicians, scientists and public health leaders gathered at 糖心Vlog Health to discuss pandemic preparedness for the Global Virus Network Annual International Scientific Meeting.Nora SamaranayakeThu, 16 Apr 2026 21:52:31 International meeting at 糖心Vlog Health: When the next pandemic comes, will we be ready?Physicians, scientists and public health leaders gathered at 糖心Vlog Health to discuss pandemic preparedness for the Global Virus Network Annual International Scientific Meeting.Scientists discuss pandemic preparedness. /health/news/2026/pandemic-preparedness.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxA powerful partnership between the 糖心Vlog and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations 鈥� from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.External ArticleWed, 15 Apr 2026 14:00:35 糖心Vlog-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technologyA powerful partnership between the 糖心Vlog and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations 鈥� from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.糖心Vlog - Jabil/news/2026/usf-jabil-partnership-advances-next-generation-medical-technology.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/complex-swallowing-challenge-is-met-with-patient-centered-treatment.aspxWhen Jennie Watkins imagined retirement, she pictured time with her grandchildren, shared meals with family and the freedom to travel. But a devastating complication led her unable to swallow. Thanks to specialized care at 糖心Vlog Health and TGH, she no longer relies on a feeding tube and enjoys everyday moments that once felt out of reach.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:16:17 At 糖心Vlog Health and TGH, a complex swallowing challenge is met with patient-centered treatmentWhen Jennie Watkins imagined retirement, she pictured time with her grandchildren, shared meals with family and the freedom to travel. But a devastating complication led her unable to swallow. Thanks to specialized care at 糖心Vlog Health and TGH, she no longer relies on a feeding tube and enjoys everyday moments that once felt out of reach.Dr. Abdel-Aty and Jennie Watkins/health/news/2026/complex-swallowing-challenge-is-met-with-patient-centered-treatment.aspxPatient Care/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxIn a sweep of strong results, every 糖心Vlog Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Cody R. Hawley, PhDTue, 07 Apr 2026 07:23:41 糖心Vlog Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicineIn a sweep of strong results, every 糖心Vlog Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.Tier 1 two years in a row/health/news/2026/usf-health-programs-rise-across-the-board-in-us-news-rankings.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy,Taneja College of Pharmacy/health/news/2026/tgh-usf-host-microbes-genes-and-cancer-symposium.aspxThe symposium explored the latest research to better understand how microbes, genetics, epigenetics and immune pathways intersect to drive cancer development, progression and treatment response.Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:32:32 TGH, 糖心Vlog Health convene international scientific leaders for the 鈥淢icrobes, Genes & Cancer鈥� symposiumThe symposium explored the latest research to better understand how microbes, genetics, epigenetics and immune pathways intersect to drive cancer development, progression and treatment response.Leaders at the TGH Cancer Symposium/health/news/2026/tgh-usf-host-microbes-genes-and-cancer-symposium.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/psychedelic-research-psychiatry.aspx糖心Vlog Health鈥檚 Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences is conducting a series of clinical trials investigating the use of psychedelic medications to treat mental health.鈥淲hat I'm hoping is that this research leads to another way that we can treat people who have significant psychiatric conditions,鈥� said Dr. Ryan Wagoner, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences.Allison LongThu, 02 Apr 2026 11:29:07 Psychedelic research at 糖心Vlog Health examines new treatment options糖心Vlog Health鈥檚 Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences is conducting a series of clinical trials investigating the use of psychedelic medications to treat mental health.鈥淲hat I'm hoping is that this research leads to another way that we can treat people who have significant psychiatric conditions,鈥� said Dr. Ryan Wagoner, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences.Psychedelic research at 糖心Vlog Health examines new treatment options/health/news/2026/psychedelic-research-psychiatry.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxThe 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.Nora SamaranayakeTue, 31 Mar 2026 14:27:40 糖心Vlog Health, TGH to use state innovation funds for rural cancer careThe 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.糖心Vlog Health and Tampa General Hospital experts met last year about rural cancer care /health/news/2026/cancer-anderson.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Research/health/news/2026/python-ptos.aspxPythons and humans have very different eating habits, but it turns out that they share a similar brain chemical that inhibits feeding. 糖心Vlog Health are studying how this chemical might influence weight loss.Dave ScheiberMon, 30 Mar 2026 18:57:49 Eat like a snake to lose weight? Similar brain chemicals found in pythons and humans, 糖心Vlog Health study showsPythons and humans have very different eating habits, but it turns out that they share a similar brain chemical that inhibits feeding. 糖心Vlog Health are studying how this chemical might influence weight loss.糖心Vlog Health researchers are studying brain chemicals shared by humans and pythons. /health/news/2026/python-ptos.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/aging-hiv.aspxAs people with HIV live longer and experience diseases associated with aging, 糖心Vlog Health researchers are taking a leading role in studying how HIV affects other chronic conditions, from heart disease to cancer.Nora SamaranayakeMon, 30 Mar 2026 08:55:50 Aging with HIV: 糖心Vlog Health scientists target new frontiers in HIV research to improve long-term healthAs people with HIV live longer and experience diseases associated with aging, 糖心Vlog Health researchers are taking a leading role in studying how HIV affects other chronic conditions, from heart disease to cancer.Dr. Robert Gallo is the co-discoverer of HIV as the virus that causes AIDS. /health/news/2026/aging-hiv.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxRobotic microsurgery at 糖心Vlog Health and Tampa General Hospital is redefining lymphedema care, offering patients like Army veteran Monica Boney a breakthrough approach that restores function and moves beyond lifelong symptom management.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:46:17 Robotic microsurgery offers new hope for lymphedema patients at 糖心Vlog Health and Tampa General HospitalRobotic microsurgery at 糖心Vlog Health and Tampa General Hospital is redefining lymphedema care, offering patients like Army veteran Monica Boney a breakthrough approach that restores function and moves beyond lifelong symptom management.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/robotic-microsurgery-offers-new-hope-for-lymphedema-patients-at-usf-and-tgh.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspx糖心Vlog faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.External ArticleThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:25:37 Five 糖心Vlog faculty named 2025 fellows of American Association for the Advancement of Science糖心Vlog faculty members Michael Lynch, Usha Menon, Niketa Patel, Charles Stanish and Jose Zayas-Castro have been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science 2025 class of Fellows.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/research-innovation/news/2026/five-usf-faculty-named-2025-fellows-of-american-association-for-advancement-of-science.aspxCollege of Nursing,Honors & Awardshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxAn expansive clinical trial led by 糖心Vlog researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.External ArticleWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:45:48 Largest clinical trial using brain training to reduce dementia receives $2.8 million in federal fundingAn expansive clinical trial led by 糖心Vlog researchers and aimed at delaying the onset of dementia continues to receive major federal support for addressing a public health crisis.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/largest-clinical-trial-using-brain-training-to-reduce-dementia-receives-millions.aspxMorsani College of Medicinehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tampa-general-hospital-usf-health-named-cancer-center-of-excellence-in-florida?fbclid=IwY2xjawQv019leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelkMqXTcRFH5duj3pqeC5rizIxto_t1rtRN7Fi0xqq3EB4SrTnrmrU12u-MQ_aem_nIKBtyRJSI4s9Y0MLha5OgThe Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute, in partnership with the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine, earned the state鈥檚 designation as Cancer Center of Excellence in recognition of its excellence in quality, comprehensive and innovative patient-centered care.External ArticleTue, 24 Mar 2026 16:30:09 TGH, 糖心Vlog Health Named Cancer Center of Excellence in FloridaThe Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute, in partnership with the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine, earned the state鈥檚 designation as Cancer Center of Excellence in recognition of its excellence in quality, comprehensive and innovative patient-centered care.Three doctors in the TGH Cancer Institutehttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tampa-general-hospital-usf-health-named-cancer-center-of-excellence-in-florida?fbclid=IwY2xjawQv019leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEelkMqXTcRFH5duj3pqeC5rizIxto_t1rtRN7Fi0xqq3EB4SrTnrmrU12u-MQ_aem_nIKBtyRJSI4s9Y0MLha5OgMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/usf-medical-students-celebrate-last-rodeo-at-match-day.aspxFor one very special day, the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine class of 2026 traded in their scrubs and stethoscopes for spurs and cowboy hats, celebrating a western-inspired Match Day themed 鈥淩odeo to Residency.鈥�Story by Freddie Coleman; Photos by Ryan RossyFri, 20 Mar 2026 16:33:45 At Match Day, 糖心Vlog medical students celebrate one last rodeo before residencyFor one very special day, the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine class of 2026 traded in their scrubs and stethoscopes for spurs and cowboy hats, celebrating a western-inspired Match Day themed 鈥淩odeo to Residency.鈥�糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-medical-students-celebrate-last-rodeo-at-match-day.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/awards-and-accolades-winter.aspx糖心Vlog Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:57:34 糖心Vlog Health Awards and Accolades 鈥� Winter 2025 - 2026糖心Vlog Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/awards-and-accolades-winter.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2026/new-psych-residency.aspxAs demand for mental health services continues to grow across Florida, 糖心Vlog Health is expanding its efforts to train the next generation of聽psychiatrists.聽Ryan RossyWed, 18 Mar 2026 09:49:34 糖心Vlog Health launches new psychiatry residency at Tampa General Behavioral Health HospitalAs demand for mental health services continues to grow across Florida, 糖心Vlog Health is expanding its efforts to train the next generation of聽psychiatrists.聽糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/new-psych-residency.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/hernia-center-polcz.aspxDr. Monica Polcz discusses the 糖心Vlog Health Center for Abdominal Wall Surgery & Complex Hernia Repair and the range of patients the center treats. The center's multidisciplinary approach provides treatment options for both straightforward and complex hernia cases.Allison LongTue, 17 Mar 2026 13:08:31 糖心Vlog Health鈥檚 specialized hernia center offers relief for complex casesDr. Monica Polcz discusses the 糖心Vlog Health Center for Abdominal Wall Surgery & Complex Hernia Repair and the range of patients the center treats. The center's multidisciplinary approach provides treatment options for both straightforward and complex hernia cases.A blue and green gradient graphic with words written in gold and white for the 糖心Vlog Health Center for Abdominal Wall Surgery & Complex Hernia Repair./health/news/2026/hernia-center-polcz.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient CareHealth Facultyhttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tgh-second-hospital-in-world-recognized-for-excellence-in-womens-integrated-surgical-healthTampa General Hospital in partnership with the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine has been designated a Center of Excellence in Gynecologic Surgical Oncology by Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), making it the only hospital in the Southeast to receive this prestigious recognition in women鈥檚 health.External ArticleWed, 11 Mar 2026 13:01:26 Tampa General Hospital, partnering with 糖心Vlog Health, becomes second hospital in world recognized for excellence in women鈥檚 integrated surgical healthTampa General Hospital in partnership with the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine has been designated a Center of Excellence in Gynecologic Surgical Oncology by Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), making it the only hospital in the Southeast to receive this prestigious recognition in women鈥檚 health.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.tgh.org/news/tgh-press-releases/2026/march/tgh-second-hospital-in-world-recognized-for-excellence-in-womens-integrated-surgical-healthMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxThe 糖心Vlog increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 鈥� a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years 鈥� reinforcing the university鈥檚 upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive national funding environment.External ArticleTue, 10 Mar 2026 15:54:15 糖心Vlog research activity climbs 15%, strengthening national standingThe 糖心Vlog increased its research activity to $531 million in fiscal year 2025 鈥� a rise from last year and a 15% jump over the last two years 鈥� reinforcing the university鈥檚 upward trajectory in an increasingly competitive national funding environment.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-research-activity-climbs-15-percent-strengthening-national-standing.aspxCollege of Nursing,Research/health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the 糖心Vlog Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions 糖心Vlog Health as the permanent home of GVN鈥檚 global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.Nora SamaranayakeMon, 09 Mar 2026 00:50:28 Global Virus Network opens International Headquarters at 糖心VlogThe GVN marked the opening of its International Headquarters at the 糖心Vlog Institute for Translational Virology and Innovation, formalizing a strategic partnership that positions 糖心Vlog Health as the permanent home of GVN鈥檚 global scientific network and expands its capacity to coordinate research, surveillance and response to emerging viral threats.Leaders of 糖心Vlog and the Global Virus Network cutting the ceremonial ribbon./health/news/2026/gvn-opens-international-hq-at-usf.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/ideas-converge-at-usf-health-research-day.aspxThis year's event brought together a record-setting 524 presenters and more than 500 research projects, showcasing collaboration and collision of ideas across the 糖心Vlog Health colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy and public health.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:52:44 At 糖心Vlog Health Research Day, ideas converge to shape the future of healthThis year's event brought together a record-setting 524 presenters and more than 500 research projects, showcasing collaboration and collision of ideas across the 糖心Vlog Health colleges of medicine, nursing, pharmacy and public health.Group shot at 糖心Vlog Health Research Day/health/news/2026/ideas-converge-at-usf-health-research-day.aspxCollege of Nursing,College of Public Health,Morsani College of Medicine,Research,Taneja College of Pharmacy/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxInfectious disease researchers at the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.External ArticleThu, 05 Mar 2026 08:01:08 Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatmentInfectious disease researchers at the 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine tailored a fluorescent imaging system to observe the growth of Toxoplasma gondii in real time.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/fluorescent-imaging-reveals-how-a-global-parasite-develops.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/ravel-keynote.aspxDr. Jacques Ravel, this year's keynote speaker at 糖心Vlog Health Research Day, has developed a research program focused on applying modern genomics techniques and ecological principles to studying the role and dynamics of the vaginal microbiome in women鈥檚 health.Dave ScheiberWed, 04 Mar 2026 11:31:12 A healthier vaginal microbiome can improve women鈥檚 health, says Research Day keynote speakerDr. Jacques Ravel, this year's keynote speaker at 糖心Vlog Health Research Day, has developed a research program focused on applying modern genomics techniques and ecological principles to studying the role and dynamics of the vaginal microbiome in women鈥檚 health.Jacques Ravel, PhD, keynote speaker for 糖心Vlog Health Research Day 2026 /health/news/2026/ravel-keynote.aspxResearch/health/news/2026/at-2026.aspxAs the first program in the nation housed within a College of Medicine, 糖心Vlog prepares future athletic trainers to lead in sports, health care and beyond.Ryan RossyMon, 02 Mar 2026 08:46:14 Athletic Training at 糖心Vlog is preparing the next generation of leadersAs the first program in the nation housed within a College of Medicine, 糖心Vlog prepares future athletic trainers to lead in sports, health care and beyond.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/at-2026.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/sptrs-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxThe 49 students representing the Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 received their first white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony Feb. 27.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanFri, 27 Feb 2026 16:53:15 Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2028 don first white coatsThe 49 students representing the Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2027 received their first white coats during their Commitment to the Profession Ceremony Feb. 27.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/sptrs-commitment-to-the-profession-ceremony.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapyhttps://testsite.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxThis accolade recognizes university employees who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that can impact the welfare of society and economic progress.External ArticleThu, 26 Feb 2026 11:49:04 National Academy of Inventors names six 糖心Vlog faculty to its 2026 class of senior membersThis accolade recognizes university employees who have successfully produced, patented and commercialized technologies that can impact the welfare of society and economic progress.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://testsite.usf.edu/research-innovation/news/2026/nai-names-six-usf-faculty-to-its2026-class-of-senior-members.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/usf-mcom-top-10-blue-ridge-rankings.aspxTwo 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:58:06 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine claims two national Top 10 rankings in NIH fundingTwo 糖心Vlog Health Morsani College of Medicine departments now rank among the Top 10 nationally for NIH funding, with nine programs among the Top 50 in the latest Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-mcom-top-10-blue-ridge-rankings.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy,Research/health/news/2026/gvn-ryan-2026.aspxIn July 2024, the Global Virus Network (GVN) selected the 糖心Vlog聽to host its international headquarters.聽Together, GVN and 糖心Vlog are advancing pandemic preparedness through discovery and education while fostering innovation, global collaboration and economic growth across Florida鈥檚 life sciences sector.Ryan RossyThu, 19 Feb 2026 23:06:38 糖心Vlog Health hosts Global Virus Network headquarters, strengthening international pandemic preparednessIn July 2024, the Global Virus Network (GVN) selected the 糖心Vlog聽to host its international headquarters.聽Together, GVN and 糖心Vlog are advancing pandemic preparedness through discovery and education while fostering innovation, global collaboration and economic growth across Florida鈥檚 life sciences sector.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/gvn-ryan-2026.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-ge-advance-next-geneartion-surgical-training.aspx糖心Vlog has become the first institution in Florida and third in the world to install GE HealthCare鈥檚 Allia Moveo, a next-generation image therapy solution. Housed at the 糖心Vlog Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, it will enable providers and students to train on cutting-edge operating room technology available at no other simulation center in the world.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:30:37 糖心Vlog, Tampa General Hospital and GE HealthCare further relationship to advance next-generation surgical training and clinical innovation糖心Vlog has become the first institution in Florida and third in the world to install GE HealthCare鈥檚 Allia Moveo, a next-generation image therapy solution. Housed at the 糖心Vlog Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation, it will enable providers and students to train on cutting-edge operating room technology available at no other simulation center in the world.Ribbon-cutting of the Allia Moveo/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-ge-advance-next-geneartion-surgical-training.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/ducoin-grateful-patient-johnson.aspx糖心Vlog Health alumna Karin Johnson faced a life-threatening paraesophageal hernia that required emergency surgery. 糖心Vlog Health surgeon Dr. Christopher DuCoin and his team performed the complex procedure that saved her life.Allison LongTue, 10 Feb 2026 21:11:31 A rare hernia surgery gives 糖心Vlog alumna a second chance糖心Vlog Health alumna Karin Johnson faced a life-threatening paraesophageal hernia that required emergency surgery. 糖心Vlog Health surgeon Dr. Christopher DuCoin and his team performed the complex procedure that saved her life.Karin and Bob Johnson in their living room. /health/news/2026/ducoin-grateful-patient-johnson.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxThe 糖心Vlog Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.Cody R. Hawley, PhDFri, 06 Feb 2026 08:02:19 糖心Vlog Health launches nation鈥檚 first fully integrated institute for voice, hearing and swallowing care and researchThe 糖心Vlog Health Institute for Voice and Hearing Innovation is the first in the nation to bring together multidisciplinary patient care and clinical research for disorders of communication and swallowing in a single, fully integrated space.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-launches-nations-first-fully-integrated-voice-and-hearing-institute.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care,Researchhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/everything-matters-even-a-smileJill had devoted her life to caring for John when he began experiencing health issues a few years before his death. But when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she sometimes struggled with the physical and emotional demands of being both patient and caregiver. She feared losing her battle 鈥� and leaving him alone. During those difficult years, they learned firsthand how compassion can become a lifeline.External ArticleWed, 04 Feb 2026 08:02:22 Jill Chalsty's Journey of Healing and HopeJill had devoted her life to caring for John when he began experiencing health issues a few years before his death. But when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she sometimes struggled with the physical and emotional demands of being both patient and caregiver. She feared losing her battle 鈥� and leaving him alone. During those difficult years, they learned firsthand how compassion can become a lifeline.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/everything-matters-even-a-smileMorsani College of Medicine,Physical Therapy/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory 鈥� and could transform brain health for millions.External ArticleThu, 29 Jan 2026 16:48:29 How cell phone research at 糖心Vlog sparked a new approach to treating Alzheimer鈥檚 diseaseWhat began as a surprising experiment with cell phone-like signals has led to a promising new approach to treating Alzheimer鈥檚 disease. Follow the decades-long research journey behind a head cap technology that helped one patient regain her memory 鈥� and could transform brain health for millions.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/from-cell-phones-to-cognitive-breakthroughs-how-usf-research-sparked-a-new-approach-to-treating-alzheimers-disease.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/news/2026/3d-printing-zille-01292025.aspxMeet the 3D Innovations Lab, where Dr. Devid Zille and his team are changing surgery. They take patient scans and turn them into 3D-printed models that surgeons can hold and practice on before operating. From planning complex heart procedures to training the next generation of surgeons, the lab is helping doctors do their best work.Allison LongThu, 29 Jan 2026 11:31:40 3D printing transforms how 糖心Vlog Health surgeons prepare for complex proceduresMeet the 3D Innovations Lab, where Dr. Devid Zille and his team are changing surgery. They take patient scans and turn them into 3D-printed models that surgeons can hold and practice on before operating. From planning complex heart procedures to training the next generation of surgeons, the lab is helping doctors do their best work.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/3d-printing-zille-01292025.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/nursing/news/2026/usf-nursing-kenan-trust.aspxThe 糖心Vlog (糖心Vlog) College of Nursing has received a transformational $2 million gift from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to establish the 鈥淪econd Degree Nursing Success Scholarship.鈥�External ArticleWed, 28 Jan 2026 11:43:47 糖心Vlog College of Nursing awarded $2 million gift from William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to support Second Degree Nursing StudentsThe 糖心Vlog (糖心Vlog) College of Nursing has received a transformational $2 million gift from the William R. Kenan Jr. Charitable Trust to establish the 鈥淪econd Degree Nursing Success Scholarship.鈥�糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2026/usf-nursing-kenan-trust.aspxCollege of Nursing,Morsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/shirley-smith-ipe-excellence-award.aspxSince joining 糖心Vlog Health in 2010, Shirley Smith has been single-minded in her determination to improve patient outcomes by changing how health care professionals learn and practice.Story and photos by Freddie ColemanWed, 28 Jan 2026 00:03:56 糖心Vlog Health faculty recognized for advancing interprofessional educationSince joining 糖心Vlog Health in 2010, Shirley Smith has been single-minded in her determination to improve patient outcomes by changing how health care professionals learn and practice.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/shirley-smith-ipe-excellence-award.aspxMorsani College of MedicineHealth Faculty/news/2026/new-report-finds-usfs-economic-impact-nears-10-billion-annually-across-florida-including-7-billion-in-tampa-bay.aspxThe 糖心Vlog shared results from a new report that assesses the impact of the university on the regional and state economy. According to the analysis, 糖心Vlog generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion across Florida.External ArticleMon, 26 Jan 2026 16:06:19 糖心Vlog Economic Impact ReportThe 糖心Vlog shared results from a new report that assesses the impact of the university on the regional and state economy. According to the analysis, 糖心Vlog generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion across Florida.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/new-report-finds-usfs-economic-impact-nears-10-billion-annually-across-florida-including-7-billion-in-tampa-bay.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Researchhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tribute-family-mentorship-and-discoveryApproaching burnout after a decade in a demanding engineering job on Florida鈥檚 Space Coast, David Norton, MBA '03, was ready for something new.External ArticleWed, 21 Jan 2026 09:35:34 Guided by his parents and a legendary mentor, David Norton invests in business education and cancer research at 糖心VlogApproaching burnout after a decade in a demanding engineering job on Florida鈥檚 Space Coast, David Norton, MBA '03, was ready for something new.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/tribute-family-mentorship-and-discoveryResearch/health/news/2026/lymphatic-light.aspx糖心Vlog is one of 11 locations nationally to receive awards Tuesday to work on developing new techniques for medical imaging of the lymphatic system, identifying new biomarkers and identifying genomic variants that can be used to diagnose lymphatic dysfunction.Dave ScheiberTue, 20 Jan 2026 13:20:40 糖心Vlog Health research team awarded $3.3 million to research how the body鈥檚 lymphatic system affects disease糖心Vlog is one of 11 locations nationally to receive awards Tuesday to work on developing new techniques for medical imaging of the lymphatic system, identifying new biomarkers and identifying genomic variants that can be used to diagnose lymphatic dysfunction.A human lymphatic vessel viewed under a microscope. /health/news/2026/lymphatic-light.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Research/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-promotes-effective-method-for-disinfecting-emergency-vehicles-from-airborne-pathogens.aspxImagine you鈥檙e a paramedic assigned to an ambulance, working face-to-face with sick people, some carrying an infectious disease. Would you be worried about falling ill yourself? Just as important, how do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?External ArticleFri, 16 Jan 2026 09:23:26 糖心Vlog team promotes effective method for disinfecting emergency vehicles from airborne pathogensImagine you鈥檙e a paramedic assigned to an ambulance, working face-to-face with sick people, some carrying an infectious disease. Would you be worried about falling ill yourself? Just as important, how do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-promotes-effective-method-for-disinfecting-emergency-vehicles-from-airborne-pathogens.aspxCollege of Public Health/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-to-publish-new-paper-on-human-impact-of-ancient-scourge.aspx鈥淎 plague is upon us鈥欌�� must have been a common phrase in ancient Jordan, where countless people perished from a mysterious malady that would shape both a society and an era of civilization.External ArticleFri, 16 Jan 2026 07:58:58 糖心Vlog team publishes new paper on human impact of ancient scourge鈥淎 plague is upon us鈥欌�� must have been a common phrase in ancient Jordan, where countless people perished from a mysterious malady that would shape both a society and an era of civilization.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-to-publish-new-paper-on-human-impact-of-ancient-scourge.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspx?utm_source=facebook%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsPeople across the country, including in the Tampa Bay area, are coping with the latest surge of illness. The virus is contributing to a growing number of hospitalizations.External ArticleThu, 15 Jan 2026 14:17:42 Why is the flu so bad this year?People across the country, including in the Tampa Bay area, are coping with the latest surge of illness. The virus is contributing to a growing number of hospitalizations.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/questions-and-answers-about-the-flu-with-usf-health-dr-michael-teng.aspx?utm_source=facebook%26utm_medium=social%26utm_campaign=newsMorsani College of Medicinehttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatment糖心Vlog Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.External ArticleWed, 14 Jan 2026 14:53:43 Grateful Patient Honors Leader in Colorectal Cancer Treatment糖心Vlog Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatment/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, 糖心Vlog ranks No. 47 among the nation鈥檚 public universities 鈥� and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.External ArticleTue, 13 Jan 2026 09:19:43 糖心Vlog rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growthWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, 糖心Vlog ranks No. 47 among the nation鈥檚 public universities 鈥� and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxResearch/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the 糖心Vlog College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida鈥檚 nursing workforceExternal ArticleFri, 09 Jan 2026 15:39:13 The Florida Center for Nursing releases 2025 Impact Report showing expanded reachThe Florida Center for Nursing (FCN), headquartered at the 糖心Vlog College of Nursing, released its 2025 Impact Report today, highlighting a year of expanded outreach and data-driven initiatives designed to strengthen Florida鈥檚 nursing workforce糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/nursing/news/2025/fcnimpact2025.aspxCollege of Nursinghttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatmentAfter surviving rectal cancer, William 鈥淏obby鈥� Jacobsen honored Dr. Jorge Marcet鈥檚 life-saving care with a transformative gift to 糖心Vlog Health, establishing an endowed chair in colorectal surgery. His philanthropy advances research, education, and innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes for generations to come.External ArticleWed, 07 Jan 2026 15:19:16 Grateful Patient Honors Leader in Colorectal Cancer TreatmentAfter surviving rectal cancer, William 鈥淏obby鈥� Jacobsen honored Dr. Jorge Marcet鈥檚 life-saving care with a transformative gift to 糖心Vlog Health, establishing an endowed chair in colorectal surgery. His philanthropy advances research, education, and innovative treatments that improve patient outcomes for generations to come.糖心Vlog Health patient William "Bobby" Jacobsen established the Bobby Jacobsen Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery to honor Dr. Jorge Marcet, who successfully treated his recurrent rectal cancer seven years ago without radical surgery.https://giving.usf.edu/impact/grateful-patient-honors-leader-colorectal-cancer-treatmentMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-foi-perform-floridas-first-procedure.aspx糖心Vlog Health, TGH and FOI, successfully performed the first implantation in the state of InCompass, the newly FDA-cleared device for total ankle replacement. TGH is just the fifth hospital in the nation to utilize this advanced implant technology.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:22:36 糖心Vlog Health, Tampa General Hospital and Florida Orthopaedic Institute are first in Florida to perform total ankle replacement with new FDA-approved implant糖心Vlog Health, TGH and FOI, successfully performed the first implantation in the state of InCompass, the newly FDA-cleared device for total ankle replacement. TGH is just the fifth hospital in the nation to utilize this advanced implant technology.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2026/usf-tgh-foi-perform-floridas-first-procedure.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care/news/2025/usf-at-70-how-the-medical-school-shaped-the-universitys-legacy.aspxFrom a grainy a wooden sign in the sand to a world-class medical institution, 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Health Morsani College of Medicine has risen faster and farther than anyone imagined. This story traces that remarkable journey through the eyes of charter class member Dr. Douglas Barrett and the pioneers who helped lay its foundation.External ArticleMon, 05 Jan 2026 16:26:46 糖心Vlog at 70: How the medical school shaped the university鈥檚 legacyFrom a grainy a wooden sign in the sand to a world-class medical institution, 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Health Morsani College of Medicine has risen faster and farther than anyone imagined. This story traces that remarkable journey through the eyes of charter class member Dr. Douglas Barrett and the pioneers who helped lay its foundation.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-at-70-how-the-medical-school-shaped-the-universitys-legacy.aspxMorsani College of Medicine/health/news/2025/fall-2025-awards-roundup.aspx糖心Vlog Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:20:04 糖心Vlog Health Awards and Accolades 鈥� Fall 2025糖心Vlog Health faculty, staff and students are making an enduring impact across the state and nation through their commitment to research, education, patient care and community service.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/fall-2025-awards-roundup.aspxHonors & Awards/health/news/2025/luis-r-visot-grateful-patient.aspxAs a two-star Major General, Luis R. Visot is no stranger to formidable challenges. But living with M茅ni猫re鈥檚 disease has been among the most difficult battles he鈥檚 ever faced.Ryan RossyThu, 18 Dec 2025 08:07:51 糖心Vlog Health Concussion Center helps retired Army major general navigate life with M茅ni猫re鈥檚 diseaseAs a two-star Major General, Luis R. Visot is no stranger to formidable challenges. But living with M茅ni猫re鈥檚 disease has been among the most difficult battles he鈥檚 ever faced.糖心Vlog: A Preeminent Research University/health/news/2025/luis-r-visot-grateful-patient.aspxMorsani College of Medicine,Patient Care