Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

With the CTSA funding, UB will build on its strong success improving health outcomes and addressing health disparities in WNY.

White House Honors Dubocovich With Award

1/16/25

Margarita L. Dubocovich, PhD, a SUNY Distinguished Professor of pharmacology and toxicology at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is a recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM).

NEJM Study: For Chronic Subdural Hematomas, Blocking the Artery Supplying the Brain Covering Reduced Re-Operations Threefold

11/20/24

A dramatic reduction in repeat operations in patients surgically treated for chronic subdural hematoma was achieved when the artery supplying the brain covering was blocked, according to results published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Transforming Community Focus of Jacobs School Efforts

11/6/24

Allison Brashear, MD, MBA, opened her 2024 State of the School address, “Transforming the Health of WNY with the Community,” by talking about communities.

UB, Medical Community Mourn Loss of Hopkins

10/7/24

The SUNY Distinguished Professor and world-renowned neurosurgeon best known for changing the way stroke patients are treated died Oct. 5.

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Jacobs School at a Glance

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Founded in 1846, one of the oldest medical schools in the U.S.
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$21.7 million CTSA grant from NIH furthers Buffalo’s health care and research sectors
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UB is one of only two NY public universities in the AAU
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630+ faculty members practice with UBMD and see 490,000+ patients yearly
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Involved in 300+ clinical studies
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14,000+ active alumni in 51 countries
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Secured $74 million in research funding (177+ grants) in 2023
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Redesigned medical curriculum prioritizes innovation
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Home to 26 academic departments
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Conducting research in more than two dozen centers

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“WNY's largest medical group, UBMD, was named one of 10 Companies of the Year for 2024 by Buffalo Business First. ”

1/10/25

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“Brian D. Rambarran, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Urology, flies his plane to save dogs from kill shelters”

8/22/24

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“UB Lands $3.6M Federal Grant to Study Health Inequities”

8/22/24

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“Kratom Use Rising Despite Warnings of Cardiac Arrest, Seizures: What to Know ”

8/22/24

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“Another Voice: UB students are finding new ways to help gun violence victims”

8/22/24

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3/21/24
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences selects students who possess the intelligence, integrity and personal and emotional characteristics that are considered necessary to become excellent and effective physicians. We provide a broad-based clinical education in both ambulatory and hospital settings with a strong core curriculum in primary care and an exposure to all the specialties.
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10/18/24
Welcome to UB Graduate Medical Education! We offer 70+ ACGME-accredited programs across a broad spectrum of surgical and medical disciplines. With multiple training sites based at urban and rural sites throughout Western New York, our residency and fellowship programs provide challenging and rewarding clinical and educational experiences.
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Latest News

NIH Awards UB $28.4 Million
1/17/25
With the CTSA funding, UB will build on its strong success improving health outcomes and addressing health disparities in WNY.
White House Honors Dubocovich With Award
1/16/25
Margarita L. Dubocovich, PhD, a SUNY Distinguished Professor of pharmacology and toxicology at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is a recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM).
Volunteer Appreciation Night Features Awards, BPO Concert
1/15/25
Volunteer faculty, donors and the many others who make outstanding contributions to the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences were honored during an awards ceremony and Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra string quartet concert Jan. 13 during the school’s second annual Volunteer Appreciation Night.