Wayne State University School of Medicine

11/14/2025

Kalyyanee Nanaaware used sophisticated connectivity analyses applied to functional MRI data collected while participants, more than half with stable schizophrenia, undertook a learning task.

The research, based in the lab of Professor Vaibhav Diwadkar, Ph.D., may lead to a better understanding of the complexity of disordered brain function in schizophrenia.

Kalyyanee Nanaaware is a medical student in the School of Medicine's Class of 2027. Research led by a Wayne State University School of Medicine student comparing the plasticity of brain...

11/13/2025

Our Medical Alumni Association's holiday shop is now open (and to be honest, we want it all)! SHOP ONLINE: https://bit.ly/47LhGqU

Get your School of Medicine gear to gift in time for the holidays. Order online or visit them in 1369 Scott Hall to place your order by Friday, November 28. Orders will be ready for pickup December 16 or shipped to arrive before the holidays.

11/11/2025

In honor of Veterans Day today, here are a few moments from the Military Officer Promotion Ceremony that is incorporated into our M.D. Hooding and Commencement Ceremony each year.

These medical students attend the Wayne State University School of Medicine as part of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Health Professions Scholarship Program.

Thank you to all who serve!

(Photos by Matt Garin and Michael Hanson).

11/10/2025

Our students, faculty and staff were thrilled to participate on admissions and student panels and meet perspective Warrior MDs at the 2025 Michigan Medical Education Day, a conference for pre-medical students to learn about the medical school admission process from pre-health advisors, medical school students and deans and directors from all seven medical schools in Michigan, including the Wayne State University School of Medicine of course!

The conference, held on Nov. 8 in Kalamazoo, is designed for current college students who do not have an active medical school application.

A huge shoutout to everyone who attended!

11/07/2025

New research that sheds light on how the immune system responds to serious eye infections is underway by Elizabeth Berger, Ph.D., associate professor of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences at our Wayne State University School of Medicine, supported by a $2.3 million federal grant from the National Eye Institute of the National Institutes of Health.

“The Role of Eosinophils in Modulating the Corneal Response to Infection” is led by Elizabeth Berger, Ph.D., associate professor of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences at the Wayne S...

11/06/2025

Want to play a game? The Wayne State University School of Medicine's Chess Club student organization are using the popular game of strategy to connect physicians-in-training with members of the community in which they learn and serve.
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Members of a student organization at the Wayne State University School of Medicine are using a popular game of strategy to connect physicians-in-training with members of the community in which they le...

11/05/2025

It was a full house in Scott Hall yesterday! The U.S. Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 journey has officially begun for our M2 students.

Following last week’s National Board of Medical Examiners Expert Team virtual seminar, M3 curriculum leaders Raghav and Abigail led this student-initiated and student-led study plan workshop Nov. 4 as part of our Step Prep Workshop and Webinar Series.

Step 1 is the first of three standardized exams in the USMLE series, and is a comprehensive assessment of basic medical science knowledge that students typically take during their second year of medical school.

The session concluded with a panel of M3 and M4 mentors, who shared experiences, answered questions and provided individualized advice, helping peers approach the USMLE Step 1 exam with confidence and purpose.

11/05/2025

Our Transition to Residency course for our M4s is effective thanks to the hard work of individuals like coordinator Michelle Kosso! The course prepares graduating medical students who match into non-surgical specialties with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to excel during their first year of residency and beyond.

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The Wayne State University School of Medicine’s Integrated Curriculum Coordinator Michelle Kosso was named Coordinator of the Year at the Transition to Residency Educators Symposium, held virtually ...

11/04/2025

Our students in action!

10/31/2025

👻 🎃 Happy Halloween from the Wayne State University School of Medicine! Are you dressing up today? DM us a photo to share on social. On campus today? Stop by this festive display outside the Office of Student Affairs!

10/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in our 7th annual Medical Education Research and Innovation Conference on Monday! We were inspired by all of the projects presented by our students, residents, faculty and staff!

10/29/2025

Our Street Medicine Detroit student organization continues to make a profound direct impact on the community, from regular street runs to provide basic health care for the unhoused, to co-hosting community events such as "Overdose Awareness: Remembering Lives, Celebrating Recovery," set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 2 at Cass Park, located at 2733 Second Avenue in Detroit.

The free community event is in collaboration with the City of Detroit Mayor's office, CHASS Community Clinic and Face Addiction Now. All are welcome to celebrate as a community. The event will include food trucks, a deejay, children's activities, wellness activities and speakers with lived experiences.

Street Medicine Detroit is a student-run, nonprofit organization at Wayne State University committed to serving the unreached homeless population of Detroit. Through direct and regular outreach, they bridge the gaps between the houseless and medical communities by building relationships and offering companionship and respect, working to address their unique psychosocial and health care needs.

Learn more at streetmedicinedetroit.org