School of Medicine

Peter Setlow portrait in front of Department of Molecular Biology and Biophysics sign

Peter Setlow, at 50 Years and Counting: ‘I Really Like Doing Research’

What started in a trailer in 1971 would turn into a prolific scientific career spanning five decades. UConn Health’s longest-serving employee reflects on the institution’s evolution over his tenure and what’s driven him to stay. And he’s not getting fitted for a gold watch anytime soon either.

Taking the Bite Out of Pain Management

A UConn School of Dental Medicine team is focused on effective pain-management protocols, education, and outreach

A UConn Health mobile vaccine clinic in East Hartford.

UConn Health 2021 Milestones

As we approach the end of 2021, we review the milestones that challenged and inspired us throughout the year.

A Growing Public Health Mission Since 1971

50 years later UConn School of Medicine's Department of Public Health Sciences is still growing strong and staying true to its basic science roots. Meet the Department's 7 new faculty members.

group portait of MS team with plaque

UConn MS Care Earns Elite National Designation

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society recognizes the UConn Health Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology Center as a Center for Comprehensive MS Care.

UConn Researcher Finds Inspiration in the Refrigerator

From dessert to 3D bio-printed foam scaffolds placed where human tissue has been removed or damaged

New Microscope Technology Can Detect Tumor Cells in the Blood

UConn Health researchers presented their latest CLINBREAC trial study results showing the power of a new microscope to identify hard to find circulating tumor cells (CTCs) in the blood of breast cancer patients. They presented the findings on Dec. 8 at the American Association for Cancer Research SABCS 2021 Symposium in San Antonio, Texas.

Which Patients Benefit Most from Immunotherapy? This Tool Can Tell

Identifying effective treatments early can save cancer patients from months of fruitless therapies

UConn Health Minute: Complex Spine Disorders

A complex spine disorder is a serious condition that can be painful and limit your daily activities. Because it’s more difficult to treat, UConn Health has assembled a collaborative, multidisciplinary team who can expertly handle all aspects of your care.  

Awards and Honors

Read about the latest accolades received by our faculty and trainees.