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In the ‘VAL’ – Learning the Virtual Way
UConn Health’s Virtual Anatomy Lab, the “VAL,” allows medical and dental students to solidify their learning of anatomy along with introducing them to new imaging technology. Step into the lab to observe first-hand how the students – and ultimately their patients - benefit from what the VAL has to offer.
Make-Up Artist Makes Cancer Patients’ Day
Make-up artist Russell Garuti was inspired to become a volunteer with the American Cancer Society’s Look Good Feel Better program after his mother died of cancer. See how Russell works his magic on cancer patient Victoria Brown who is currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment at UConn Health.
First Phase of Dental Care Center Completed
The first phase of UConn Health's renovated Dental Care Center is completed with the latest technology and patient care amenities.
UConn Health Physician Offers First-Person Account from the Hurricane Zone
UConn Health’s Dr. Natalie Moore is in the U.S. Virgin Islands offering medical assistance to residents who’ve been pummeled by Hurricane Irma and now Maria. Moore is the first International Disaster Emergency Medicine Fellow at UConn Health and is also a UConn Masters of Public Health candidate.
Important Points about Prostate Cancer
During Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, UConn Health urologists answer questions about the latest information concerning diagnosis and treatment.
Jill Nichols and Sharon Kocay Art on Display at UConn Health
Jill Nichols’ painting career emerged from a commercial art background. Her works reveal the transience of life, unveil the hauntingly familiar, and revere the wonders found in daily encounters. Imbuing paint with color and light, she captures her profound appreciation and reverence of nature. Her distinctive marks add a directness and freshness to her range […]
Graduate Student Research Day Awards 2017
Graduate students at UConn Health celebrated their research at the 34th annual Graduate Student Research Day on June 26.
UConn Health Chefs Offer Grilling Guidelines and Delicious Dessert for Next BBQ
Just in time for your July 4 barbeque, UConn Health Chefs have created a delicious dessert designed to cook on your grill and also offer some grilling guidelines for your next cookout.
Hospital CEO Departs for New Challenge
After seven plus years of leadership and a long record of accomplishments, Anne Diamond announced this week she will be stepping down in August as CEO of UConn John Dempsey Hospital to pursue a new career challenge.
Simulation Center Offers Safe Learning for Students and Clinicians
The new Clinical Simulation Center at UConn Health provides students and healthcare providers a hands-on learning experience in a safe environment.