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Medical school graduates embrace uncertainty, humanity, and service at commencement , articleVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine honored its 13th graduating class during commencement ceremonies at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke, celebrating 54 new physicians and the themes of humility, lifelong learning, and compassionate care.
Date: May 09, 2026 - -
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Class of 2026: Luke Arney builds a medical career grounded in community and compassion , articleArney found purpose through personal challenges, mentorship, and caring for patients in his home community. He will begin an internal medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida
Date: May 04, 2026 - -
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Emily Holt Foerst appointed to Virginia Tech Academy of Faculty Leadership , articleThe assistant dean for student affairs, Holt Foerst is the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine’s first faculty member to receive the universitywide recognition.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Medical Student Research Symposium set for March 27 , articleThe annual event at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine showcases medical student research and honors Letters of Distinction recipients.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Medical student explores new noninvasive treatment for oral tumors , articleA Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine student studied histotripsy, a noninvasive ultrasound technology, as a potential treatment for oral tumors, earning a Letter of Distinction at the schools Student Research Symposium.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Medical student investigates brain stimulation therapy for addiction , articleA Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine student is studying transcranial magnetic stimulation as a potential treatment for methamphetamine addiction, earning a Letter of Distinction at the school's Student Research Symposium. .
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Examining pain management for patients with chronic kidney disease , articleA Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine student studied whether switching chronic kidney disease patients from opioids to NSAIDs affects kidney function, earning a Letter of Distinction at the school's Student Research Symposium.
Date: Mar 23, 2026 - -
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Medical students get their golden moment at Match Day 2026 , articleVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine students matched into residency programs across 23 states and Washington, D.C., marking a major milestone in their medical training.
Date: Mar 22, 2026 - -
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Experimental vaccine could help turn the tide on America’s opioid epidemic , articleResearchers discovered a way to use nanoparticles to create a vaccine that prevents specific opioids from causing their signature addictive high. They hope this can be used to curb opioid overdose deaths.
Date: Mar 09, 2026 - -
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Children’s Miracle Network establishes pediatric endowed chair at Carilion Clinic , articleA $1 million Children’s Miracle Network endowment establishes Carilion Clinic’s first pediatric endowed chair, advancing research, education, and children’s health in Southwest Virginia. Dr. Andrew Herman serves as chair of the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine's Department of Pediatrics.
Date: Feb 27, 2026 - -
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Medical student studies genetic risks of chemotherapy drugs , articleVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine student Dulguun Myagmarsuren received the Alpha Omega Alpha Carolyn L. Kuckein Student Research Fellowship for her work examining why some patients experience severe reactions to a chemotherapy drug widely used to treat several cancers.
Date: Feb 25, 2026 - -
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Bodies and Bites blends science and snacks , articleThrough Bodies and Bites, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine students teach kids science and nutrition using experiments and snacks, building STEM skills and healthy habits at Roanoke's West End Center.
Date: Nov 20, 2025 - -
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Medical school strongly represented at AAMC Learn Serve Lead Meeting , articleVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine faculty, staff, and students showcased innovation and leadership at the AAMC Learn Serve Lead meeting in San Antonio, presenting on AI, systems thinking, and faculty development.
Date: Nov 20, 2025 - -
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Study sheds light on overdose suicide attempts among youth and what families can do , articleAs suicide and overdose attempts rise among youth nationwide, researchers at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine are uncovering patterns that could help families prevent tragedy. A study led by Associate Professor Abhishek Reddy links late-night hours, screen use, and easy access to medications to intentional overdose attempts in adolescents.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 - -
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School of Medicine expands research focus with new strategic leadership , articleThe Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine will expand its interdisciplinary health research with a new Smart Health Care Hub and strategic leadership under Tom Martin, strengthening collaborations across medicine, engineering, and design.
Date: Sep 14, 2025 - -
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Medical school expands with largest incoming class in its history , articleThe Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine's Class of 2029 is made up of 56 students and is part of a strategic growth plan aimed at increasing access to medical education and addressing workforce shortages, especially in Virginia and surrounding regions.
Date: Sep 03, 2025 - -
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Golfing for a cause: Swing It to End It supports Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine , articleSwing It to End It, a charitable organization based in Roanoke, has established a fund to support the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine’s work in aging-related education and research. The donation comes ahead of the nonprofit’s 11th annual golf tournament, which raises awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease.
Date: Jul 02, 2025 - -
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Member One pledges $50,000 to support medical school scholarship honoring Henrietta Lacks , articleMember One, a division of Virginia Credit Union, has committed $50,000 over five years to support the Henrietta Lacks Excellence in Medicine Scholarship at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM). The scholarship supports medical students from populations underrepresented in medicine, helping reduce financial barriers for future physicians. It honors the legacy of Henrietta Lacks, a Roanoke native whose cells—taken without her knowledge during cancer treatment—became one of the most important tools in modern medical research.
Date: May 23, 2025 - -
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Award recognizes medical school dean's commitment to community , articleThe Roanoke branch of the NAACP honored Lee Learman a Citizen Award for his outstanding contributions to medicine in the Roanoke Valley during the organization's 25th annual awards banquet.
Date: May 22, 2025 - -
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Sanjay Kishore to speak at medical school commencement , articleKishore, a physician and heath care access advocate, will urge graduates to lead with compassion and serve marginalized communities at Saturday's ceremony for the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.
Date: May 07, 2025 -
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