Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

11/19/2025

For the second year, OUWB medical students connected with alumni residents at our "Alumni & Student Mixer: Specialty Speed Dating" event! 🩺

More than 30 students had the chance to ask 12 alumni anything during brief, rotating sessions. This unique event helps students build networking skills and gain invaluable advice about life after medical school.

A huge thank you to our alumni for making our students a priority and lending a hand. This is what the OUWB family is all about! 💛

A special event designed to provide current OUWB medical students with access to the school’s alumni recently was held for the second consecutive year.

11/13/2025

Vanderbilt UniversityProfessor Kristen Gilliland, Ph.D., recently visited OUWB to share critical research on how cannabis use impacts the developing brain. Her powerful presentation, rooted in both science and personal experience, highlighted the increased risks for young people under 25. The key takeaway? Education is essential for making informed health decisions.

A professor from Vanderbilt University recently visited OUWB to talk about the health risks younger people take should they choose to ingest ma*****na.

11/07/2025

Global Health Advocates, an OUWB student organization, held its Hoops for Health Basketball Tournament Fundraiser recently, bringing faculty, staff, and students together for some fun outside of the classroom.

Players and spectators from the OUWB community paid to be involved in the event, raising more than $800 for the Paani Project to build a well in Pakistan.

The winning team picked the charity and included: Jarod Carol, Alyssa Sommerfeld, Ilyaas Rasheed, Tolu Fashina, Shayaan Aqil, Hannah Kurncz, Annabella Jenson, Brad Zousmer, and Jickssa Gemechu, associate professor, Department of Foundational Medical Studies.

“Hoops for Health celebrates the spirit of service, collaboration, and community which are defining characteristics of OUWB,” said Reem Fawaz, M2, and GHA president.

11/06/2025

Fuel your mind and body! OUWB medical students recently participated in the "Nourish to Flourish" event, learning how to build healthy eating habits on a busy schedule.

The event highlighted quick, nutrient-rich snacks and simple meal prep tips. Students explored how nutrition impacts cognitive function and learned to leverage tools like canned foods and meal-planning apps to make healthy choices easier.

A great reminder that taking care of yourself is just as important as hitting the books! 📚

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine medical students recently participated in “Nourish to Flourish” — an event that emphasized nutrition and meal prepping.

11/04/2025

We are so proud of OUWB alumnus Omar Abbas, M.D., ’22, who has authored a new book designed to help physicians and medical students see the vast landscape of opportunity beyond traditional clinical practice.

"Put Your Medical Degree to Work" is a guide to leveraging your medical expertise in fields like biotech, consulting, entrepreneurship, and venture capital.

Abbas says, “There is a need to educate physicians that these opportunities exist ... the more people that know about this side of medicine, the more innovation we can create, and ultimately benefit a greater number of patients.”

An OUWB alumnus has penned a book that aims to help physicians use their medical degrees in ways they “never thought possible,” including development of biotech, consulting, and more.

11/03/2025

The Family Medicine and Dermatology interest groups had a fantastic time teaming up for a recent Dermatology Skills Night!

A huge thank you to the incredible physicians and residents from Corewell Health who guided our students through basic outpatient dermatology procedures like punch biopsies, shave biopsies, and cryotherapy.

Students practiced on oranges as part of this wonderful opportunity to learn essential skills that family medicine physicians use every day.

10/31/2025

🧸 Earlier this month, OUWB students got together for a teddy bear massacre to practice suturing skills! No teddies were harmed in the process. 🪡

10/29/2025

A huge congratulations to our 21 newest Alpha Omega Alpha inductees! 🥼

Last week, we honored these top-performing OUWB students from the Class of 2026 and 2027 for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community service.

Welcome to this prestigious society—we can't wait to see the incredible impact you will make in the field of medicine!

Story: https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/news/2025/twenty-one-ouwb-students-inducted-into-honor-medical-society/

10/28/2025

OUWB faculty and staff are engaging in the community this fall and recently shared the mission of the OUWB Body Donation Program at the 2025 Community Health & Wellness Expo.

Specifically, the team helped others understand how body donation contributes to medical education and assists in training the next generation of physicians.

Learn more about our the program at https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/educational-programs/body-donation-program/

10/24/2025

Last weekend, Team OUWB joined the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, bringing energy and hope to Rochester Municipal Park.

Students and staff showed up to support a cause that touches so many lives. We are endlessly proud of our community's commitment to making a difference.

Story: https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/news/2025/students-and-staff-from-ouwb-cheer-on-cancer-walk-participants/

10/22/2025

Lighting up the night for a cause! ✨

Elliott Tower recently glowed with hope and support as OUWB's AMWA and Oncology Interest Group hosted their "Light the Path" fundraiser. About 100 luminarias, each representing a loved one affected by breast cancer, lined the path to raise money for Corewell Health's Sharing & Caring program.

This powerful display shows our students' commitment to compassion and community long before they become physicians. We are so !

Story: https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/news/2025/elliott-tower-lit-up-by-ouwb-student-orgs-to-benefit-breast-cancer-education/

10/17/2025

OUWB officially launched our Culture 365 initiative with an incredible celebration last week! 🎉

This year-round commitment honors the rich diversity of identities and experiences within our school community. The kickoff event featured powerful speeches, moving performances, and a shared commitment to celebrating one another every single day.

Highlights included:
✨ A warm welcome and announcement of the theme: “Celebrating Differences, Strengthening Connections, and Building Unity 365.”
✨ Remarks from Dean Christopher Carpenter, M.D., on the vital link between cultural awareness and compassionate patient care.
✨ Amazing performances, including a traditional Polish dance, an operatic aria, spoken word poetry, and a high-energy drumming finale.

We are so excited for this movement to grow!

Learn more at: https://www.oakland.edu/medicine/news/2025/culture-365-initiative-launches-at-ouwb/