Students and faculty in the anatomy lab at IU School of Medicine--Muncie
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First Patient: Anatomical Education Program honors those who donate their bodies for medical training

Body donation though the Anatomical Education Program at IU School of Medicine enables anatomy training for future doctors and other health care professionals throughout the state of Indiana.  

Laura Gates  | Mar 19, 2025
Brian DeBosch, MD, PhD pulling out materials from the freezer in a research lab

Fasting flips a switch and the liver holds the key

As people explore healthier eating habits and dieting strategies, intermittent fasting remains a popular choice among adults. But what makes fasting effective? Brian DeBosch, MD,

Jackie Maupin
Madison smiling--blonde girl in color with black-and-white background

IU's Rare Disease Clinic solves 10-year medical mystery for Indianapolis girl with unknown neurodevelopmental disorder

The Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine investigates the cold cases of rare disease. Genetic detectives solved a case for an Indianapolis

Laura Gates
Erin Conboy, MD

In the arena with Erin Conboy: Champion of rare disease cases is world champ in Brazilian jiu-jitsu

Erin Conboy, MD, is co-director of the Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine, solving the cold cases of genetic disease. She’s also a

Laura Gates
Jack Schneider, MD, places a painted handprint on a canvas during a trip with AMPATH to Kenya.

IU Faculty Collaborate with Kenyan Colleagues to Advance Antimicrobial Stewardship

Although countries in sub-Saharan Africa face a high prevalence of infectious diseases, many countries lack the systems needed to track and combat one of the

Debbie Ungar
Pamela Whitten, Chandy John and Wade Clapp posing for a photo at a recognition event

Chandy John: Advancing global health through science, service and synergy

Chandy John, MD, is a globally recognized expert in pediatric infectious diseases. Appointed as a Distinguished Professor at Indiana University in 2024, he has built

Jackie Maupin
Sarah Vaught in air, during a tandem skydive, with a big smile on her face

Journey to MD: Vaught shares experiences from first semester on West Lafayette campus

First-year medical student Sarah Vaught enjoys the small class size and opportunities on the West Lafayette regional campus, where she participates in the Care of

Laura Gates
Mout-Maine Moustapha sits in a classroom at the IU School of Medicine next to two peers

Journey to MD: Moustapha steps into leadership as class president

Entering his second semester as an IU medical student, Mout-Maine Moustapha is already leading as president of the Class of 2028. Read the second installment

Laura Gates
Headshot of Laura Vater, blonde woman in dark blazer on white background, smiling

Narrative medicine: IU oncologist uses storytelling to promote humanism in medical practice

Laura Vater, MD, MPH, uses storytelling to promote humanism in medicine, focusing on wellbeing of both physicians and their patients.

Laura Gates
Lisa Landrum headshot with red background and words: Women in Leadership

Landrum is first woman to lead OB-GYN department at IU

Gynecologic oncologist Lisa Landrum, MD, PhD, is the new chair for obstetrics and gynecology. A former athlete and coach, Landrum emphasizes cooperation and inclusion on

Laura Gates