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Specimen specialists: Medical laboratory scientists work behind-the-scenes to help determine cause of disease

IU School of Medicine is training more medical laboratory scientists — essential members of the healthcare team who work at hospitals, diagnostics labs and research laboratories throughout Indiana and beyond.

Laura Gates  | Nov 13, 2025
about 15 students with conference nametags around their necks stand outside on a summer day and give thumbs ups

Summer programs pave the way for future of research in medicine

Each summer, the IU School of Medicine hosts students at the high school and university levels for research programs that provide learners with hands-on experiences

Luke Christopher Norton
Wen Danh works with a student in the simulation lab

IU-trained anesthesiologist assistants work in hospitals across Indiana, addressing shortage of anesthetists

The Anesthesiologist Assistant program at IU School of Medicine is meeting a critical need for anesthesia professionals. Graduates work in hospitals across the state of Indiana

Laura Gates
Keith Ramsey displays his award certificate and stands with Dean Jay Hess

Fall 2025 All School Meeting Recap

IU School of Medicine Dean Jay Hess presented an update on the state of the school during the Fall 2025 All School Meeting. The meeting

Laura Gates
Headshot of Gloria Xue wearing white blouse on light background

IU medical student named to AAMC board of directors

IU School of Medicine student Gloria Xue will serve a two-year term on the Association of American Medical Colleges Board of Directors, representing medical students

Laura Gates
Seven IUSM 2025 graduates hold Match Day signs listing their residency matches.

Preparing Healers: IU School of Medicine trains Indiana's physician workforce

This summer, 317 incoming residents will start their speciality training at IU School of Medicine. Many physicians practice in the state where they train --

Laura Gates
Mid-section portrait of unrecognizable woman during last months of pregnancy holding her big belly gently standing against wall in blue room

PTSD and pregnancy: IU researcher launches therapy to improve maternal mental health

PTSD can intensify during pregnancy and the months following. Michelle Miller piloted a PTSD therapy intervention for perinatal women that is expanding throughout the state

Laura Gates
Medical Education and Research Building atrium with white staircases and people in the sunlight lobby

IU School of Medicine dedicates Medical Education and Research Building in new Indy Health District

On April 22, 2025, IU held a dedication ceremony for the School of Medicine’s new Medical Education and Research Building that will open this summer

Laura Gates
IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess speaks at the Spring 2025 All School Meeting.

2025 Spring All School Meeting Recap

IU School of Medicine Dean Jay L. Hess, MD, PhD, MHSA, presented an update on the state of the school during the Spring All School

Malu Tansey, in white coat, poses in her research laboratory at IU School of Medicine.

Parkinson's researchers discover 'tip of the ICE-berg' on quest for a cure

Parkinson's researcher Malú Tansey brings cell-level science to IU’s already strong clinical research program. Her lab engages in "paradigm-shifting work" studying inflammation and immune response

Laura Gates