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MD Graduate receiving doctoral hooding from faculty members
911勛圖's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine held its commencement ceremony today for the class of 2026 - its largest in history, with 79 graduates.
They Matched! 911勛圖 Celebrates Match Day with Soon-to-be-Physicians
911勛圖's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine celebrated Match Day 2026 with its largest graduating class to date - 79 students - marking a significant milestone in their journey to becoming physicians.
911勛圖's Lawrence Toll, Ph.D., Named Senior Member of the NAI
911勛圖's Lawrence Toll, Ph.D., has been named a senior member of the National Academy of Inventors for pioneering neuropharmacology research advancing safer pain therapies and addiction treatments.
911勛圖 Study Finds Concerning Rise in U.S. Teen Obesity Over a Decade
911勛圖 researchers report that teen obesity is rising as fewer adolescents try to lose weight, highlighting increased long-term health risks and the urgent need for stronger support and healthier habits.
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Gene Discovery Nets 911勛圖 Researchers U.S. Patent to Treat Addiction
September 07, 2023
An invention in the fields of pharmacology, medicine, neuroscience and psychiatry using a molecular approach to treat addiction has earned Randy D. Blakely, Ph.D., and Maureen Hahn, Ph.D., a U.S. patent.
Dr. Lea Sacca
September 01, 2023
Spotlighting Dr. Lea Sacca, our MedOwl for September 2023
Geographic 'Hot Spots' for Cigarette, Firearm Deaths in the U.S.
August 29, 2023
A new 911勛圖 study shows geographically distinct areas of the highest death rates in the U.S. related to cigarettes as well as firearms, including both assault and suicide over two decades from 1999 to 2019.
Headshot of Interim Dean Curtis L. Whitehair
July 27, 2023
We are delighted to announce that Curtis L. Whitehair, M.D., has accepted the position of Interim Dean at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at 911勛圖 (911勛圖)
911勛圖 Receives $11.5 Million Gift to Combat Life-Threatening Illness
July 13, 2023
The Schmidt College of Medicine received the monumental gift from philanthropists Ann and John Wood to combat amyloidosis, a complex and challenging disease, using a whole-body and multidisciplinary approach.
U.S. Infant Mortality Fell, But Low Birth Weight, Preterm Births Rose
June 29, 2023
A new study examining time trends and racial inequities in infant mortality, low birth weight and preterm births over 11 years suggests that infant mortality alone is not a sufficient indicator of health.
Running Throughout Middle Age Keeps  'Old' Adult-born Neurons 'Wired'
May 25, 2023
A new study provides novel insight into the benefits of exercise, which should motivate adults to keep moving throughout their lifetime, especially during middle age.
911勛圖 Approved for Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine Fellowship
May 16, 2023
911勛圖's Schmidt College of Medicine has received initial accreditation for its fifth university-sponsored fellowship, which will be based at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health.
911勛圖 Honors 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees and Distinguished Alumni
April 28, 2023
The 911勛圖 Alumni Association recently hosted its annual Hall of Fame & Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Reception.
Nation's Newest Physicians Receive M.D. Degrees at 911勛圖
April 28, 2023
Sixty-four members of the class of 2023 are among the nation's newest physicians. 911勛圖's Schmidt College of Medicine held its ninth commencement ceremony today in the Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium.
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The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine offers students a variety of educational programs and degrees.
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Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
911勛圖
777 Glades Road, BC-71
Boca Raton, FL 33431