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Medical school launches first data science-focused center on immunology , articleThe new center is the first in the Jeffrey Modell Foundation's international network focused specifically on informatics and data science. Its designation signals a shift in how researchers approach immunology, using large-scale data to better understand immune disorders and improve patient care.
Date: Apr 22, 2026 - -
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Medical Student Collaborates with Biomedical Engineers to Create a Device That Helps Cancer Patients , videoDuring her four years at VTCSOM, Jenia Molotkova worked with Biomedical Engineering students at Virginia Tech to clinically test a device they created called the Lymphavibe. This device helps cancer patients treat swollen and painful upper extremities at home, allowing them to do everyday tasks with less pain. Jenia was awarded a 2026 Medical Student Research Symposium Letter of Distinction for her research.
Date: Mar 25, 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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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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‘Curious Conversations’ podcast: Abhishek Reddy talks about adolescent suicide, screen time, and sleep , articleReddy joined the podcast to talk about his study that links late-night hours, screen use, and easy access to medications to intentional overdose attempts in adolescents. He offers proactive strategies for families as well as some good sleep hygiene practices for people of all ages.
Date: Oct 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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Late-night screen use, easy access to medications tied to teen suicide attempts, study finds , articleVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine child and adolescent psychiatry physician Abhishek Reddy shares details about his team’s research that examines the time of day, screen use and medication type related to overdose suicide attempts. “The main goal in identifying these factors is to help develop ways to reduce the number of suicides and self-harm among children and adolescents,” he said.
Date: Sep 25, 2025 - -
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VTCSOM faculty member co-chairs international conference on artificial intelligence , articleNicholas Rider, a faculty member in Health Systems and Implementation Science at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, recently co-chaired an international conference in New York that focused on ways health systems can leverage artificial intelligence to improve patient outcomes.
Date: Apr 23, 2025 - -
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Tracking traumatic brain injuries , articleLiliana Ladner is a Letter of Distinction recipient for her study on patients with severe traumatic brain injuries and their long-term prognosis. A fourth-year medical student, her work will be presented at the annual Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Medical Student Research Symposium on Friday, March 28, in Roanoke.
Date: Mar 25, 2025 - -
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Using an immune system to target cancer , articleMonica Gerber is a Letter of Distinction recipient for her study that focused on using a pediatric patient's immune system to target their cancer. A fourth-year medical student, her work will be presented at the annual Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Medical Student Research Symposium on Friday, March 28, in Roanoke.
Date: Mar 25, 2025 - -
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Medical student focuses research on blood vessels , articleFarah Iqbal is a Letter of Distinction recipient for her study of blood flow during pregnancy. A fourth-year medical student, her work will be presented at the annual Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine Medical Student Research Symposium on March 28 in Roanoke.
Date: Mar 24, 2025 - -
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Research team studying technology implementation in health care awarded new round of Destination Area 2.0 funding , articleFeaturing faculty from four Virginia Tech colleges, the transdisciplinary group aims to use their research to improve patient outcomes and clinician experience.
Date: Mar 18, 2025 - -
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Taking a shot at shaping the future of medicine , articleTara Menon, a first-year student at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, has developed an entrepreneurial mindset that she hopes to use to impact patients' health.
Date: Nov 06, 2024 -