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Jacobs School Ranks as One of Nation’s Leading Public Medical Schools
4/8/25
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo has distinguished itself as one of the nation’s leading public medical schools, according to the 2025-26 America’s Best Graduate Schools guide by U.S. News & World Report.
From Different Worlds to White Coats: Emilie Harley
3/26/25
Second-year medical student Emilie Harley played professional ice hockey before starting medical school. She loved the game but wanted to improve people's lives directly through their health.
Match Day 2025 Reveals Residency Training Plans
3/21/25
The medical students in the University at Buffalo’s Class of 2025 gathered at the Powerhouse in South Buffalo for Match Day to learn where they will pursue their residency training programs.
Gold Humanism Ceremony Dedicated to Leonard Katz
3/19/25
UB’s Richard Sarkin Medical Emeritus Faculty Chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) celebrated its 20th anniversary during the 2024 induction of Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences medical students, residents, fellows and faculty.
Rehabilitation Journey Leading to Medical Degree
3/19/25
A freak accident nearly ended Catherine Lawton’s life. Not only did she survive, but the fourth-year medical student is now on the verge of becoming a doctor.
Rare Disease Day Event Focuses on Raising Awareness
3/7/25
UB hosted a Rare Disease Day program at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to raise awareness of rare diseases.
An Introduction to Traditional Indigenous Medicine
3/6/25
A recent workshop at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences aimed to bridge education gaps in medical education regarding Indigenous health care.
From Different Worlds to White Coats: Maxwell Kahn
3/3/25
Second-year medical student Maxwell Kahn spent several years working as an attorney before deciding to pursue medicine. Here's why he made the switch.
Community Table Event Celebrates New Partnerships
2/14/25
The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences hosted its first-ever Community Table event to celebrate the impactful partnerships formed between its first-year medical students and community-based organizations making a difference in Buffalo and Western New York.
In Unity Against Gun Violence, UB and MSU Invite Peer Medical Schools to Join Them at Remembrance Conference 2025
2/5/25
On June 6-8, faculty and students of the Jacobs School and the MSU College of Human Medicine will gather for Remembrance Conference 2025 at UB, the third time the schools are hosting this exchange.