Announcements
WVU Medicine to relocate, expand WVU Eye Institute
The WVU Eye Institute, the most comprehensive ophthalmology group in the state, will expand its clinical, educational, and research efforts when it moves into its new location at the intersection of Van Voorhis Road and Elmer Prince Drive in Morgantown.
Community invited to Champagne for SANEs fundraiser
The WVU Council for Gender Equity will host its eighth annual event from 4-9 p.m. April 25 at Table 9 to benefit the West Virginia Foundation for Rape Information and Services’ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner’s Fund.
WVU Medicine to invest nearly $400 million in West Virginia’s healthcare infrastructure
The West Virginia University (WVU) Health System Board of Directors approved on Wednesday (April 17) a nearly $400 million strategic capital budget that will accelerate the Health System’s growth and infuse West Virginia with several new healthcare facilities positioned across multiple parts of the state, including Morgantown, Fairmont, the Elkins corridor, Princeton, and Bluefield.
Scholarships available to cover tobacco treatment training program fee
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry is offering scholarhsips for an online, self paced continuing education opportunity for participants hoping to become a certified tobacco treatment specialists.
New clinical research agreement service launching May 1 to support WVU researchers
To further support researchers and their clinical research studies, West Virginia University is launching an enhanced service for negotiation for new clinical study agreements, new amendments to clinical study agreements, and clinical data use agreements.
Dental and medical professionals unite to promote oral healthcare
West Virginia University School of Dentistry students and faculty were invited to participate in the March Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Rural Community Health Scholars Interprofessional Student Immersion event in Greenbrier County.
Third annual Community Health Expo planned
Complementary health services and health and wellness-related information will be available from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, April 28, outside the Student Recreation Center.
Simulation specialist utilizes experience, curiosity to advance training at WVU Health Sciences
With an interest in education and a desire to help people, West Virginia University Health Sciences Simulation Research Specialist Jason Craig has dedicated his career to serving the public. Reflecting on his journey, he emphasizes the importance of adaptability for young people considering a career in healthcare.
High school students interested in nursing invited to free day camp at WVU School of Nursing
The WVU School of Nursing will be hosting its second Day Camp on Saturday, June 1, 2024, for high school students who are interested in exploring nursing as a career.
WVU ophthalmology residents achieve national success through participation in research
The schedule of an ophthalmology resident can be a demanding one, with academic pursuits such as participation in research having to be juggled between clinical duties and other learning objectives.