Jennifer Walker


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Educational Passport to Dentistry Event Held for Boys and Girls Club of Hartford

The UConn School of Dental Medicine recently hosted an educational event, referred to as a Passport to Dentistry, for participants of the Boys and Girls Club of Hartford. The event was an opportunity for students of the Boys and Girls Club to become familiar with opportunities in the field of dental medicine.

Preventing Foot Problems for Runners

A foot exam, a good pair of well-fitting running shoes and the correct socks can help prevent some of the issues that happen to your feet when running long distances.

American Geriatric Healthcare Professionals Award Victoria Kozar with the Edward Henderson Student Award

Victoria "Tia" Kozar, a third-year medical student at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, is this year’s recipient of the Edward Henderson Student Award given by the American Geriatric Healthcare Professionals in recognition of her extensive community involvement, significant leadership skills, record of academic excellence, and strong commitment to geriatrics care.

Stroke Patient Reminds Others the Importance of Being Mindful

“I count myself as incredibly lucky I went right to the ER and I was able to have the tPA within four hours,” says Ricki Hellner. “The care at UConn Health was wonderful, I can't say enough good things about it.”

Adeline Martinez is not Letting Multiple Sclerosis Define Her

Adeline Martinez was diagnosed at 30 years old with MS. She comes to work at UConn Health's Nephrology Department even when she may not be feeling well, because she knows that there are patients here that need her and they in turn give her strength.

The Importance of Equity in Policing our Community

Lt. Jennifer Moskowitz, UConn Police Department at UConn Health "we work with many underrepresented communities that must be treated with respect and equity for a successful outcome.

2023 Keynote Speaker for Doctor of Sciences and Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine Commencement

Renée Joskow, D.D.S, M.P.H, Captain, U.S. Public Health Service,  and Special Advisor, National Institutes of Health will be the commencement speaker and honorary degree recipient for the Doctor of Science, Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine commencement, Monday, May 8, Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, at 1:00 p.m.

Flaviah Muchemi – In Pursuit of Life-long Dream to Become A Dentist

Flaviah Muchemi will be the commencement speaker at the UConn School of Dental Medicine graduation ceremony. We caught up with her to learn more about her and her educational journey from a bachelor in nursing to her upcoming dental residency.

UConn Dental Student Takes First Place at National Student Research Competition

Jay Dalal, third year UConn School of Dental Medicine student was awarded first place at the Student Competition for Advancing Dental Research and its Application (SCADA) competition in Portland, Oregon for his experimental study of the most effective active ingredient for dental hypersensitivity.

UConn Health Holding First Interactive Patient Symposium During Parkinson’s Awareness Month

The Movement Disorders Center at UConn Health is hosting the first Interactive Patient Symposium for all patients and caregivers focusing on the importance of wellness in the lives of patients and their caregivers.