Department News

How to Ensure People With Opioid Use Disorder Released From Prison Stay On the Recovery Path? A Solution Takes Root in Buffalo
12/10/25
A partnership between the MATTERS Network, UB, and the Erie County Sheriff’s Office is working to ensure that upon release from prison people who need medication for addiction treatment, linkage to treatment programs and support continue to receive it without interruption.
Improving Ambulance Safety for Patients, EMS Clinicians
12/8/25
A trainee in the emergency medical services (EMS) fellowship at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences was recently honored for her clinical research study on fatal ambulance collisions.
Wide-Ranging Opportunities Fuel the Talent Pipeline
11/19/25
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences’ diverse research training portfolio cultivates future scientific leaders who connect across disciplines.
Closing the Circle
11/19/25
Medical research is ultimately not just about curing disease — it’s about creating a healthier, longer and higher-quality life for everyone.
Lynch Accepted Into Drug Abuse Program for Innovators
10/13/25
His inclusion in the Johns Hopkins program recognizes the UB emergency medicine physician for his pioneering opioid treatment program.
22 Faculty Members Join 10 Medical School Departments
10/2/25
Twenty-two faculty members representing 10 departments have joined the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo during the past few months.
Physician Response Team Mobilizes for Tour Bus Crash
9/10/25
The network of volunteer emergency medicine physicians — including Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences faculty members — responds to critical 911 calls and mass-casualty incidents.
19 Faculty Members Join 7 Medical School Departments
7/31/25
Nineteen faculty members representing seven departments have joined the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences during the past few months.
ECMC Award Honors Pugh as Distinguished Physician
5/28/25
Jennifer L. Pugh, MD ’09, MBA ’09, assistant professor of emergency medicine in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, has been recognized by the Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) as its “2025 Distinguished Physician Honoree.”
2025 Siegel Awards Celebrate Outstanding Educators
4/29/25
On April 23, teacher awardees, including faculty members, students, trainees, and staff were honored during a ceremony at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.