When it comes to keeping athletes safe, most people think about such injuries as concussions or broken bones. But heart health is just as important, according to Dr. Ray Stewart, assistant professor of sports medicine with the College of Community Health Sciences. In a recent Grand Rounds lecture to CCHS faculty, residents and medical students,…
The College of Community Health Sciences welcomed a new fellow to its Behavioral Health Fellowship – Dr. Ijeoma Okeke. She began her training in July. The Behavioral Health Fellowship is one of seven fellowships offered by the College. CCHS also has fellowships in obstetrics, sports medicine, emergency medicine, geriatrics, hospital medicine and pediatrics. Each fellowship…
The Department of Translational Science and Medicine at the College of Community Health Sciences hosted “Polymers for Advanced Technologies Symposium: Energy, Health, and Electronics” June 30. The one-day symposium, held at the Bryant Conference Center on The University of Alabama campus, brought together leading scientists to share research about how polymer science is shaping innovations…
Thirty-five high school students from rural Alabama participated in summer programs at the College of Community Health Sciences to learn about the need rural communities have for more doctors, dentists and other health-care professionals. Through the Rural Health Scholars Program, Rural Dental Health Scholars Program and the Medical Opportunities and Outreach in Rural Education Scholars…
Twenty-three physicians were recognized at the 50th annual graduation ceremony of The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency Program and Fellowships held June 29 at UA’s Bryant-Denny Stadium. The 16 graduating residents completed three years of specialty training in family medicine through the residency program. Many will begin their medical practices this summer in…
Evaluating the effects of COVID-19 on pregnant women, chronic wound management and barriers to HPV immunization were among the topics presented May 20 at the College of Community Health Sciences Resident and Fellow Research Day. Dr. Tamer Elsayed, director of The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency Program, said the research addresses timely and…
The Mediterranean diet could help reduce the severity of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms and improve overall health, according to research conducted by Dr. Stephanie Smith, a recent graduate of the Behavioral Health Fellowship at the College of Community Health Sciences. Smith will soon join University Medical Center, which the College operates, as a family…
The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency Program, operated by the College of Community Health Sciences, marked its 50th anniversary with a weekend of events June 13-15. The celebration brought together alumni, retirees, faculty, staff and current residents for a welcome reception, Continuing Medical Education seminars, and a Gala and Awards Dinner. The three-year…
The University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences recently welcomed the 2025 Class of the Tuscaloosa Rural Pre-Medical Internship, a summer program for college students in pre-medical studies who are interested in rural primary care. The seven-week program allows students to learn about the health needs of rural Alabama residents, particularly in family medicine,…
CCHS in 2024 provided medical learning opportunities to 302 students studying in health-care fields at The University of Alabama and other colleges and universities.
