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Virginia Tech’s program prepares undergraduates for medical school success
Read full article: Virginia Tech’s program prepares undergraduates for medical school successVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is helping undergraduates who know they want to go to medical school have a competitive edge.
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Bradley Free Clinic host oral health day for refugees
Read full article: Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Bradley Free Clinic host oral health day for refugeesVirginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine students and dentists with the Bradley Free Clinic hosted an oral health day for refugees on Saturday.
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine providing free physicals to Roanoke students
Read full article: Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine providing free physicals to Roanoke studentsStudents at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine are providing free physicals to Roanoke City students ahead of the upcoming school year.
Kaine recognizes Roanoke business owner during Hispanic Heritage Month celebration
Read full article: Kaine recognizes Roanoke business owner during Hispanic Heritage Month celebrationSenator Kaine is hosting an event Monday in Richmond to recognize those who have done extraordinary work in Virginia over the last year – some of whom are local, according to the Senator’s office.
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine sees 48% increase in applications amid coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine sees 48% increase in applications amid coronavirus pandemicROANOKE, Va. – A new wave of healthcare workers is coming as more students are applying to medical schools nationwide. Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine gained an extra 2,075 applications this year. Dan Griffin, a third-year medical student, said it’s a call to action to combat this pandemic. Associate Dean for Admissions Dr. Melanie Prusakowski agrees as she feels the pandemic sparked more students’ interest in the field. “There is this focus on wanting to try to create a more inclusive and equitable community,” Karimian said.
Veterans art on display serves a healing purpose
Read full article: Veterans art on display serves a healing purposeROANOKE, Va. – On Tuesday, the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSM) unveiled an exhibit featuring work by veterans with PTSD and other physical or brain injuries. The exhibit, titled “Creative Forces: An Exhibit in Healing,” includes photos, sculptures and paintings by artists from all over Virginia, including from the Roanoke Valley. This show is co-hosted by The Art League of Alexandria and the Salem VA Medical Center. The art exhibit will run through mid-May and is open to the public. To learn more about dates, times and getting to the exhibit, click here.