Alumna recognized in Crain’s 40 under 40

Congratulations to NEOMED alumna Poojajeet Khaira, M.D. ’02, who was recognized among the 2025 “40 Under 40” by Crain’s Cleveland Business. Dr. Khaira is a fourth-year psychiatry resident physician with The MetroHealth System in Cleveland. She was named academic chief resident for MetroHealth earlier this year. She also serves as co-chair of the American Psychiatric

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First-Generation Celebration inspires connection through shared journeys

The First-Generation Medical Professionals (FGMP) student organization hosted the 2nd Annual First Generation in Medicine Celebration, honoring the resilience, community and accomplishments of students, faculty and alumni who are the first in their families to pursue a career in medicine. The evening brought together members of the NEOMED community to share stories, support one another

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A Thanksgiving message from President Langell

Dear NEOMED Community, As we head into the holiday, I want to take a moment to wish each of you a very Happy Thanksgiving. This season is a wonderful reminder to pause and appreciate the many blessings in our lives—especially the people who bring joy, support and meaning to our days. Along with our families

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Medical students reflect on ACC event

The program presented by the Ohio Chapter of American College of Cardiology was a unique opportunity to learn from leading female cardiologists, network with peers and gain valuable insights into the field.

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NEOMED students at premiere nephrology conference

NEOMED students proudly represented the College of Medicine at the American Society of Nephrology’s Kidney Week 2025, held Nov. 5–9 in Houston, Texas. ASN Kidney Week is the world’s premier nephrology conference, drawing thousands of physicians, scientists and trainees for teaching sessions, poster presentations and global networking. Working under the mentorship and leadership of M4

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New issue of Burn Surgery Research and Innovation Highlights

A new issue is available of Burn Surgery Research and Innovation Highlights, a newsletter developed by students from the NEOMED College of Medicine while working with burn surgeon Deepak Ozhathil, M.D., at Akron Children’s Hospital. Read the latest issue.

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From setback to surgical scholar: Joseph Fahmy, M.D. ’19

Dr. Fahmy is pairing surgical training with health-policy research.

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Swift response, safe return

NEOMED Police Officer Trent Alberts locates a missing child, reuniting her with her family.

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UH innovator is next VITALS speaker

David Sylvan, chief strategy, innovation and marketing officer of University Hospitals, joins VITALS | Visionary Health Leadership in Action at noon, Thursday, Dec. 4, via Zoom.

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Recognizing NEOMED’s longest serving Trustee

Sharlene Ramos Chesnes, president and CEO of TrueNorth Global LSP, was recognized at her last meeting of the NEOMED Board of Trustees in September. Ramos Chesnes had served as a Trustee since 2013, making her the longest serving Trustee in NEOMED history. “In her tenure, Sharlene has provided visionary leadership as chair of the trusteeship

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