May 22, 2026
Penn State College of Medicine has appointed Indira U. Mysorekar, PhD, as vice dean for research, basic science and graduate studies.
May 21, 2026
A new study led by researchers from Penn State College of Medicine found that switching to a pod-based salt-nicotine e-cigarette could improve the odds of quitting cigarette smoking while meaningfully lowering exposure to harmful chemicals.
May 18, 2026
For the fourth consecutive year, Penn State Health has been recognized by VETS Index for its commitment to hiring, retaining and supporting veterans. The College of Medicine also was honored.
Penn State Health has consolidated all psychiatric and behavioral health services under a single identity, integrating former Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute inpatient and outpatient services to enhance coordinated, evidence-based care and its academic mission.
May 13, 2026
Longtime Penn State Health supporters Rocco Ortenzio, who passed away in 2024, and his wife, Nancy Ortenzio, have again played a significant role in advancing cardiovascular care at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.
May 6, 2026
Four Penn State Health hospitals earned an “A” safety grade for spring 2026 from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.
May 5, 2026
Charles “Nick” Zawatsky, an MD/PhD student in the Medical Scientist Training Program, has received a fellowship from the NIH to support his research training.
May 4, 2026
Justen Aprile, MD, faculty member, and Julia Dunbar, MD, resident, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program for May.
Apr 23, 2026
Penn State College of Medicine has launched a new wave of interdisciplinary research through its inaugural Research Momentum Team Grants.
Apr 22, 2026
Laura Laucks’ daughter was around 14 years old when her periods started disrupting her life. Heavy bleeding, severe cramps and migraine headaches made her miss classes. “She wasn’t comfortable sitting […]
