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'Mi doctorita': Medical resident fosters mentorship for Latinx community at IU School of Medicine

Mariel Luna Hinojosa, MD, is on a mission to have more Hispanic students become doctors--and to create supportive environments for them in academic medicine. Only 6% of U.S. physicians are Hispanic, and just 2.4% are Latina.

Laura Gates | Sep 18, 2023

Hugo and Alejandra Rodriguez in white coats

Hispanic Heritage Month: Mexican American siblings share what it means to become doctors

Siblings Alejandra and Hugo Rodriguez share the experiences that influenced their passions, leading both to pursue medical degrees at Indiana University School of Medicine.

Laura Gates | Sep 08, 2023

Quick thinking: New resident finds connections between fencing and medicine

Whether she’d be holding an epee or a scalpel, Rita Somogyi likes situations that keep her on her toes and moving quickly. She likes being part of a team that can win in competition or work together to find solutions to patients’ problems.

Caitlin VanOverberghe | Jun 28, 2023

Victoria Ochs presents her research at the ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting.

IU student’s research highlights gaps in pediatric diabetes care

A recent study by Indiana University School of Medicine student Victoria Ochs focused on CGM alarm use among pediatric patients and revealed significant gaps in the proper use of CGM alarms, indicating a need for more guidance and training.

Jackie Maupin | Jun 20, 2023

APAMSA builds community, highlights diversity among Asian Pacific Americans in medicine

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. IU medical students of AAPI heritage share their experiences with the APAMSA student interest group, created to address the unique health challenges of AAPI communities in Indianapolis and beyond.

Laura Gates | May 23, 2023

headshots of the md/phd elite 50 winners

Meet the MSTP’s Elite 50 Recipients

Three MD/PhD students from the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) were recognized among this year's Elite 50 recipients, the best of the best among IUPUI's graduate and professional students.

IU School of Medicine | May 22, 2023

Ryley Bugay in white coat; Bugay with Philippines flag

IU School of Medicine-Evansville student to compete in FIFA Women's World Cup

IU School of Medicine-Evansville student Ryley Bugay will play on the Philippines Women’s National Football Team in the FIFA Women’s World Cup this summer.

Laura Gates | May 15, 2023

Purva Patel in cap and gown with American and Indian flags

Class of 2023 MD graduate: 'Grateful to be living out my dream'

2023 MD graduate Purva Patel will begin her Internal Medicine Residency with IU School of Medicine in July. She shares her story of immigrating from India and her passion for cardiovascular health.

Laura Gates | May 08, 2023

2023 PhD grad hopes to 'be part of a big win' in neurodegenerative disease

Lauren Hirschfeld, PhD, spoke at the Class of 2023 commencement ceremony May 8. Her advice to graduates: "Never stop asking, 'Why?'"