The life-saving impact of a PA career
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
The University of Iowa Physician Assistant Studies and Services Program has a long history of producing outstanding medical professionals, and Stephen Rumelhart, PA-C, is a shining example of this tradition. A proud alum, Rumelhart’s journey through the world of medicine has been marked by dedication, hard work, and a commitment to patient care.
University of Iowa Distinguished Alumna Kathryn M. Edwards
Monday, September 2, 2024
Kathy Edwards is a world-renowned physician, teacher, mentor, and researcher who has made significant contributions to life-saving advances in vaccines. Throughout her career, she has designed and executed clinical trials and educated others on their conduct to ensure the safety and efficacy of vaccines for influenza, pertussis, pneumococcus, and many other pathogens.
University of Iowa Distinguished Alumnus Jon Lensing
Monday, September 2, 2024
Jon Lensing co-founded OpenLoop in 2019, when he was a medical student at the University of Iowa. As CEO of the telehealth company, he has applied his leadership, research, and technology skills to grow the company nationwide with the vision to bring healing anywhere.
University of Iowa Distinguished Alumnus John J. Callaghan
Monday, September 2, 2024
John Callaghan is a leading expert in hip and knee surgery with hundreds of research and grant credits. Driven by a continual pursuit of knowledge at the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, Callaghan dedicated himself as a faculty member, volunteer, and role model to make a positive global impact in his field.
UI alum innovating health care delivery in southeast Iowa
Friday, August 2, 2024
Maria Story, MD, has launched two significant programs while working with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center: one bringing a home hemodialysis option to southeast Iowa for the first time, and one to help primary care physicians follow patients with chronic illness more effectively and efficiently from home.
Paying it forward as a physician assistant
Monday, July 1, 2024
Jenny Stegen got exactly what she needed at the University of Iowa to return home to northeast Iowa and give back to her community — an education in a top-notch physician assistant training program.
Learning to teach, teaching to learn
Friday, June 7, 2024
Two alumni of the college's Teaching Distinction Track shared how making education a priority in their careers has shaped them as physicians and lifelong learners.
Iowa City Mini Medical School - Collaboration is Power: The Future of Cancer Clinical Trials in Iowa
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 5:15pm to 7:30pm
Iowa has the second-highest and fastest-growing rate of cancer in the nation. What are cancer providers and experts doing to turn the tides? Join us for an interactive Mini Medical School Program to find out.Clinical trials offer hope to patients and families affected by cancer. By participating in trials, patients can access cutting-edge treatments that could be the future standard of care. But accessing these treatments requires doctors to work together with cancer researchers to identify...
2025 Iowa Medicine Alumni Reunion Weekend & Homecoming
Friday, September 26, 2025 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Tentative event schedule. Subject to change as event date nears.Friday, Sept. 26 - $25 ticket price3 p.m. Welcome Reception and Toast to the 50th ClassBig Grove Brewery, Iowa City, Iowa5:45 p.m. Homecoming ParadeDowntown Iowa CityParade float reserved for the 50th reunion class. Other reunion attendees invited to walk in the parade.Saturday, Sept. 27 - Free to attend, RSVP needed8 a.m. Alumni and Friends TailgateMedical Education and Research Facility, Iowa City, IowaUpdates from college...