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Fall Advisory Board Meeting Focuses on Gratitude for the Past and Present, Excitement for the Future

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Photo of Laurie Powell and Chancellor Peter Buckley

During its fall meeting Friday, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board honored a vital partner in mental health care in Memphis, received exciting news about the fiscal year 2025 preliminary financial results, and heard an update on the new $350 million College of Medicine Interdisciplinary Building proposed for the Memphis campus.   Chancellor Peter Buckley,… Read More


Healthy Smiles, Full Hearts Tackling Tennessee’s Dental Care Shortage

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Dr. Cutshaw providing patient care alongside a colleague

Recent College of Dentistry alumnus Dillon Cutshaw, DDS, knows a trip to the dentist may sometimes be benched in favor of life’s necessities. “We can go to the dentist every six months,” he says. “It’s not you having to decide between this tooth hurting versus not buying food the next day. For a lot of… Read More


Pathologists’ Assistant Program Reaches Milestone in Accreditation and Growth

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Photo of Pathologists' Assistant students receiving instruction

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Pathologists’ Assistant Program, the newest program in the College of Health Professions, has reached a significant phase in its development, receiving full accreditation while continuing to grow and achieve strong outcomes for its students. The program, which trains students to dissect human surgical specimens, perform intraoperative procedures, and… Read More


UT Health Science Center Pediatric Physician Recognized for Championing Community Care

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Dr. Burroughs-Ray and Dr. Finkel pose in front of a chamber pop-up banner.

Desiree Burroughs-Ray, MD, is committed to improving health care both inside the hospital and out. “I really like to look at health on a community level,” she said. “Seeing how we can impact the health of our patients not just in the clinic or hospital, but also by connecting with the people they live with… Read More


Advisory Board to Meet Friday, Nov. 14

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Photo of Madison Plaza Buildings

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board will meet Friday, Nov. 14, at 11 a.m., in the Mooney Library, 875 Monroe Ave., on the Memphis campus. On the agenda:  While the meeting will be conducted in person, it will also be available to view online. The webcast link, more information about the UT Health… Read More


Tennessee Rural Health Care Center of Excellence Seeks Grant Applications for Rural Initiatives

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Photo of a nursing student taking blood pressure at a rural Women's Health Expo.

The Tennessee Rural Health Care Center of Excellence at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center has launched its grant application process for organizations seeking funding for projects that provide solutions to health care concerns in rural communities across the state. The Center of Excellence is seeking proposals for both planning grants and implementation grants. The planning… Read More


UT Health Science Center’s Liza Makowski, PhD, Helps Lead Global Conversation on GLP-1 Drugs and Cancer Risk

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Portrait of Dr. Liza Makowski

Blockbuster drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound have transformed obesity care for millions of Americans, making them some of the most talked-about medical breakthroughs of the decade. Yet several questions remain, including their long-term effects on cancer risk. A new commentary co-authored by Professor Liza Makowski, PhD, associate director for Education and Development in the… Read More


Pro Bono Pediatric OT Clinic’s Art Auction Continues Sold-Out Streak

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Students in the Rachel Kay Stevens Therapy Center

The Rachel Kay Stevens Therapy Center (RKSTC) recently wrapped up its annual art auction, raising more than $5,000 to provide free occupational therapy services for underserved children in the community. The clinic is still accepting financial donations. Additionally, artists or programs interested in participating next year are encouraged to connect with RKSTC to learn more… Read More