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Neurovascular, skull base and endovascular fellowship-trained neurosurgeon brings unique set of skills to department
After earning his medical degree and neurological surgery residency training in India, Devi Patra, MD moved to the United States in 2016 for advanced training. Over the past decade, Patra has completed one research fellowship, three clinical fellowships and a second neurological surgical residency in the U.S. while also working as an assistant professor.
Musculoskeletal center's new leader 'ready to launch' innovative science for better patient care
Melissa Kacena, PhD, is the new director for a team of more than 100 bone and muscle scientists at the Indiana Center for Musculoskeletal Health.
Nominate an outstanding educator for the Trustees' Teaching Award
Faculty, staff, learners, residents, fellows and postdocs can submit nominations for the 2025 Trustees' Teaching Award between now and Jan. 9.
Parasite linked to 'spooky' behavioral changes in humans
In popular culture, fictional zombies are often depicted as mutant shells of their formerly human selves. But did you know there are real-life organisms that
Two pediatric neurosurgeons join Department of Neurosurgery, bringing expertise to grow clinical and research programs
Pediatric neurosurgeons in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine bring a unique set of skills each day as they
Two functional neurosurgeons join the Department of Neurosurgery
Jason Schwalb, MD, Betsey Barton Professor of Neurological Surgery, and David Purger, MD, PhD, assistant professor of neurological surgery, joined department faculty in September 2024.
AAMC President and CEO David Skorton, MD, shares five leadership lessons with IU community
From impostor syndrome to political pressure, leadership is not always easy. The president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges offered his advice
Neuroimmunology and neurodegeneration researcher joins growing team of Alzheimer’s disease researchers at the IU School of Medicine
Malú Tansey, PhD and her team of researchers like to think “outside the brain.” Her lab investigates the role of inflammation and immune system responses
Plotkin Lab exemplifies inclusivity in science
Lilian Plotkin, PhD, is the first recipient of the Inclusive Research Laboratory Award. She leads an international team of trainees as they explore the mysteries
Women in Medicine Month: Stories of inspiring women
This Women in Medicine Month, we acknowledge, celebrate and honor the significant contributions female physicians, researchers and health care professionals make to the advancement of