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Founded in 1807, we are the 1st public medical school in the US & a leader in medical education, research & healthcare.

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🚨 NEWS: @genomescience.bsky.social awarded $14.5M by
the NIH to lead Human Virome Program data center!

The team will build tools to explore how viruses living in and on our bodies shape health. 🦠💻

🔗 bit.ly/43Z3l9f

#NIH #Research #Genomics #Science #News #MedEd #STEM
November 10, 2025 at 9:20 PM
🚨 Leadership News: Dr. Stuart Martin has been named our new Chair of Pharmacology & Physiology!

His discovery of microtentacles on cancer cells is revolutionizing cancer research. Congrats to a true innovator!👏

🔗 bit.ly/3WGeO9U

#CancerResearch #Leadership #MedEd #MedSky #Oncology
November 7, 2025 at 9:17 PM
🚨 New study: Intranasal H5N1 vaccine shows strong immune response & cross-strain protection.

Could this be a game-changer for pandemic preparedness?🦠💉

🔗Published in @natcomms.nature.com: bit.ly/3WJV2u7

#BirdFlu #Vaccines #Research #PublicHealth #MedEd #MedSky
November 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
🚨 New study from links chronic skin condition prurigo nodularis to hidden kidney damage.

Researchers found elevated biomarkers in patients—suggesting systemic inflammation may harm kidneys even without diagnosed disease.

🧬 More: bit.ly/4nDTVHw

#Dermatology #Research #MedEd #Medsky
November 3, 2025 at 10:11 PM
🇬🇭 The University of Ghana Medical Centre Transition Committee visited us to explore governance, service delivery & research integration.

A key step in transforming UGMC into an academic medical center. We cannot wait to continue this partnership!

#GlobalHealth #Ghana #MedEd #Medsky
October 30, 2025 at 8:28 PM
🎥 Dean Gladwin on Tom Golisano’s $50M gift:
“This will allow us to improve the lives of our children.” 💬

📍Welcome to the University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital

#Philanthropy #ChildrensHealth #Healthcare #MedEd #Medsky
October 29, 2025 at 8:26 PM
🚨A record $50M gift from Tom Golisano will transform pediatric care in Maryland!

Our Children's Hospital is now University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital, joining a national alliance to advance innovation in children’s health.

🔗 shorturl.at/g7ijA

#ChildrensHealth #MedEd #MedSky
October 28, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Dr. Irina Burd, Chair of OB/GYN & Reproductive Sciences, is the new President of @sriwomenshealth.bsky.social. 👏✨
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She’s driving innovation in maternal-fetal health, education, and entrepreneurship.

🔗 bit.ly/3Wlz28D

#WomenInScience #MaternalHealth #MedED #MedSky
October 23, 2025 at 8:24 PM
📈 Our new study shows disordered gambling in Maryland has risen 42% since mobile sports betting was legalized.

15% of sports bettors meet criteria for problem gambling.

Know the signs. Get help: 1-800-GAMBLER

🔗https://bit.ly/472XdPo

#Gambling #Maryland #SportsBetting #Research #MedEd #MedSky
October 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Esa Davis on being elected to the National Academy of Medicine! 🎉👏

Her work in maternal health & health equity is shaping guidelines and improving lives nationwide.

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Davis's accomplishments: bit.ly/3WdlBaV

#NAM #HealthEquity #MedEd #MedSky #Leadership
October 21, 2025 at 5:08 PM
🚨 Leadership Update: Dr. Paul Staats has been named our new Chair of Pathology!

He’ll also lead pathology services at UMMC & across UMMS hospitals.

A visionary in diagnostic excellence, education & innovation. 👏

🔗 bit.ly/4n99jLM

#Pathology #Leadership #Healthcare #MedEd
October 15, 2025 at 9:07 PM
🚨 Breakthrough in #VaccineResearch!

UMSOM scientists successfully tested a vaccine that protects against both typhoid & invasive Salmonella.

✅ 100% immune response
✅ Safe & well-tolerated
🌍 Huge potential for global pediatric health

🔗 bit.ly/4heMBjV

#MedEd #MedSky #Science #PublicHealth #Vax
October 14, 2025 at 9:36 PM
New Faculty Orientation is underway today at the School of Medicine! 🩺🌟

Excited to welcome brilliant minds joining our mission to educate, innovate, and heal.

#NewFaculty #MedEd #MedSky #Maryland
October 6, 2025 at 7:08 PM
October 2, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Big congrats to Dr. Thomas M. Scalea on his induction into the @facs.org Academy of Master Surgeon Educators®! 👏 🎉

As an Academy Member, he’ll help shape surgical education worldwide. 🌍 🏥 🩺

🔗 Learn more: shorturl.at/Tl3oX

#MedEd #ShockTrauma #MedSky #Surgeon #ACS #Award #HigherEdSky
October 2, 2025 at 11:11 PM
The FDA recently advised caution with acetaminophen during pregnancy due to possible associations with autism—not proven causation.

Dr. Margaret McCarthy explains in @nam.edu why medical advice should be personalized.

🔗 shorturl.at/gK6J6

#Autism #Pregnancy #FDA #Science #MedSky
September 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Dean Mark Gladwin paused his morning run to thank Wayne Little from the City’s “cleaning and greening” team for keeping the Inner Harbor beautiful. 👟🌿

Huge thanks to Wayne and the crew for making Baltimore shine!👏🌟

#DeanGladwinOnTheMove #CommunityHeroes #Baltimore
September 24, 2025 at 2:55 PM
📣 Dean Mark Gladwin delivered the 2025 State of the School Address yesterday, spotlighting a year of bold innovation:

🚀 BS-MD program launch
🏢 New 4MLK building
🌾 Rural-MD Scholars
💡 Innovation Alliance
🎉 Welcomed Class of 2029
🧬 Breakthrough research

Leading with purpose, innovation & heart. ❤️
September 19, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Bradley A. Maron on his Investiture as the Melvin Sharoky, MD Professor of Medicine! 👏 🎓🩺

A leader in pulmonary hypertension & precision medicine, Dr. Maron continues to shape the future of healthcare.

#MedEd #PrecisionMedicine #AcademicLeadership
September 16, 2025 at 9:23 PM
September is #SuicidePreventionMonth♥️
One conversation can change — or even save — a life.

This month, we encourage everyone to check in, listen deeply, and share hope.

Call, text, or chat 988 to speak to a trained crisis counselor offering support 24/7.

#MentalHealth #Support #BeTheDifference
September 12, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🚨 New tech at @umaryland.edu! Our Confocal Microscopy Core now features a STED microscope—1 of only 6 in MD.

🎥 Watch how STED reveals red blood cell proteins (Piezo1 & Myosin IIA) in stunning detail vs. confocal.

#STED #Microscopy #Science #CellBiology #Neuroscience #Research #MedEd #MedSky
September 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🚨 Federal funding cuts hit hardest where it matters most.

This word cloud shows the top impacted terms—vaccines, mental health, underserved, and more.

🔴 Red = targeted terms for reduced funding
🟡 Yellow = medical terms not targeted by government

#PublicHealth #Data #MedSky #Research
September 10, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Dr. Stefan Kappe, PhD, joins us as Director of the Center for Vaccine Development & Global Health! 🌍💉🌟

A global leader in malaria vaccine research, he brings expertise in parasite genetics & translational science.

Welcome to Maryland, Dr. Kappe! 👏

#GlobalHealth #Vaccines #Research #PublicHealth
September 9, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Maryland ranks #2 in happiness nationwide! 🥈🌟

At the School of Medicine, we know health = happiness. Our research in emotional & physical well-being helps Maryland thrive.

Let’s keep building a healthier, happier future. ♥️

#PublicHealth #MentalHealth #Wellness #Maryland
September 8, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Thinking beyond clinical practice?

Dr. Omer Awan says on @medpagetoday.com that residency is the perfect time to build leadership skills.

Read his advice on how to build the skills needed to lead a department in the Q&A!

🔗 bit.ly/46npH5X

#MedEd #ResidencyTips #Healthcare #Leadership
September 5, 2025 at 11:07 PM