Building endurance and strengthening mindset

There are many ways students might relax before beginning their third year of medical school. They might take a summer vacation, catch up on some pleasure reading or engage in a summer research project. Or they could run 100-mile race in 90-degree heat. That last one might not be appealing unless you’re third-year medical students

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Summer offered abundant research opportunities for students

Students from the across the University participated in summer research projects in NEOMED’s pharmaceutical sciences labs, exploring different aspects of neurodegenerative diseases and other topics. Below are reflections on projects from several participating students. JIBRAN ADIL Jibran Adil, a second-year student in the College of Medicine, spent his time researching the effects of Parkinson’s pathology

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Dean of Bitonte College of Dentistry highlights community impact in interview

Sorin Teich, D.M.D., M.B.A., dean of the Bitonte College of Dentistry, shared his thoughts on welcoming the inaugural class and the impact the College will have on the community, in a recent interview with Second Wave digital magazine. “We are very focused on educating these students to become competent practitioners who will address at least

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NEOvations announces new leadership team and bold community-centered vision

NEOvations Bench to Bedside, Northeast Ohio Medical University’s premier student-led innovation initiative, proudly announces its new leadership team for 2025-2026. With a strong mix of returning experience and new energy, this year’s team is ready to expand the program’s reach both within NEOMED and throughout the surrounding communities. Leadership Team: President: Mitchell Bailey (M2) Vice

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Medical students join Future Leaders Council of AMCNO

The Future Leaders Council of the Academy of Medicine of Cleveland and Northern Ohio offers medical students, residents and academy members opportunities for education, leadership development and networking.

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In the news: Certified Mental Health Assistant program featured

NEOMED’s Certified Mental Health Assistant (CMHA) program is being developed to provide focused training in mental health to fill a vital workforce gap. Randon Welton, M.D., Margaret Clark Morgan Endowed chair and professor of psychiatry and CMHA program director, discussed the shortage of mental health workers and how the new two-year master’s degree program will

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NEOMED faculty join research podcast

Jennifer Reneker, Ph.D., and Rachel Bracken, Ph.D., were guests on the first episode of season 2 of From Research to Real Life.

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Psychiatry chair candidate presentations this week

Two candidates for the position of psychiatry chair in the College of Medicine will present on the topic “Enhancing Mental Health Care Access Through Undergraduate Psychiatry Education” this week. All are invited to attend. Doug Smith, M.D., DLFAPA, will present Thursday, Aug. 14, from 11-11:45 a.m. in RDEC and via Zoom. To join by Zoom,

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Save the date for next OPCSMH symposium

Please save the date for the Ohio Program for Campus Safety and Mental Health’s 3rd Annual Suicide Prevention Symposium on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 at the University of Mount Union. The theme of this year’s symposium is “Beyond the Game: Teaming up for Suicide Prevention” and will focus on supporting the mental health and well-being

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Belinda Sasala selected to next class of Leadership Portage County

Leadership Portage County has announced its class of 2026, and we’re proud to share that Belinda Sasala, curriculum manager in the College of Medicine, has been selected to represent NEOMED as part of this dynamic group of leaders. Over the course of a nine-month interactive program, participants explore the county’s key opportunities and challenges while

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