The CU Anschutz Cancer Center's Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates (CREU) and Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) have completed their 2026 cohort! Learn more about these fun hands-on programs: https://bit.ly/4fyG8zm

The new documentary, “A Tale of Two Hearts,” follows Jaime Belkind-Gerson, MD, MSc, as he brings together science, art, and his experience as an immigrant. Read more about a CU Anschutz pediatric neuro-gastroenterologist’s second life in art: https://bit.ly/4x9YKxk

Congratulations to all of our Top Doctors! More than 660 CU Anschutz School of Medicine faculty members, across more than 70 medical specialties, have been named a 2026 Top Doctor by 5280 Magazine. Check out the list here: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/5280-magazine-top-doctors-for-2026

“To the Class of 2030, you have the unique and privileged opportunity to reduce suffering and bridge divides. This may sound daunting, but it will be worth the effort," said Jeffrey SooHoo, MD, MBA. ➡️ Check out the photos and full event recap: https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/matriculation

The White Coat Ceremony is an exciting time for our new students and their loved ones. We are so happy to welcome you to our CU Anschutz School of Medicine family! Read more from the event: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/matriculation-class-of-2030

Researchers across CU Anschutz are examining food noise to better understand its role in nutrition, weight loss, and overall health. https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/food-noise-research-glp1

Researchers at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine and @childrenscolo.bsky.social have received an award of up to $17.25 million to join the international Aligning Research to Impact Autism (ARIA) IMPACT Network. Learn more about the five-year award: https://bit.ly/45cgzzF

Researchers at CU Anschutz investigate what menopausal hormone therapy might mean for age-related macular degeneration, which disproportionately affects women. Read more about their findings: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/menopausal-hormone-therapy-amd

Investigating How Menopausal Hormone Therapy May Impact AMD

Researchers at CU Anschutz investigate what menopausal hormone therapy might mean for age-related macular degeneration, which disproportionately affects women.

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Meet Desiree Starzyk! Already familiar with campus, she is bringing her experience with the CU Anschutz Department of Psychiatry, into her first year of medical school. Learn more about her journey into healing: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/matriculation-2026-profile-desiree-starzyk

Working on CU Anschutz Psychiatry Research Inspired Incoming Student to Pursue a Career in Medicine

Desiree Starzyk always felt she was meant to be a healer. When she began working in psychiatry at CU, medical school seemed like the best way to do that.

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Worried about cyclosporiasis? We asked CU Anschutz infectious diseases expert Michelle Barron, MD, about the outbreak causing explosive diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue. Learn what can be done to avoid the illness: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/explosive-diarrhea-cyclosporiasis-outbreak

‘I Would Not Panic’: What To Know About the ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

Cases of cyclosporiasis are rising in the U.S., with cases now detected in 31 states, including Colorado.

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Arike Coker, a passionate track and field athlete growing up, tore her ACL in 2019. That injury — and the experience she had with health care providers as she recovered — made her want to become a community doctor. Read more about her journey to med school: https://bit.ly/3R6GPby

After Recovering from Injury, Incoming Medical Student Seeks to Become ‘Hope and Shining Light’ for Her Community

Arike Coker, a passionate athlete growing up, tore her ACL in 2019. That injury — and her experience as she recovered — led her to pursue a career in medicine.

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CU Anschutz partnered with the Colorado Symphony for the annual Independence Eve concert, recognizing the power of music to bring communities together while honoring those who serve. https://news.cuanschutz.edu/campus-community/celebrating-service-through-music

Celebrating Service Through Music

Thousands gathered at Denver's Buell Theatre on July 3 for the Colorado Symphony's Independence Eve concert, presented by CU Anschutz.

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Incoming med student Shaurya Dave says that his experiences in juggling many tasks – school, work, research, volunteering – have helped prepare him for medical school. Learn more about his journey from North Carolina to Colorado: https://bit.ly/4bj42Or

Congratulations to CU Anschutz faculty members, Lauren S. Hughes, MD, and Denise C. Smith, PhD, who have been named 2026-2027 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows. Read more about the yearlong program: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/rwjf-fellowship-2026

Help us welcome incoming medical student, Marcus Pina! His passion for medicine and caring for underserved populations will bring him from Florida to CU Anschutz for his formal medical school training. Learn more about his journey: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/matriculation-2026-marcus-pina

CU Anschutz dermatologist says bemotrizinol, a newly approved sunscreen ingredient, offers protection against both damaging UVA and UVB light. Read more about the first new ingredient approved by the FDA for sunscreens in two decades: https://bit.ly/4ouiubG

Newly Approved Sunscreen Ingredient Promises ‘Broad, Reliable’ Protection

A sunscreen ingredient that offers safe, long-lasting protection has been OK'd for use in the U.S. A CU Anschutz dermatologist applauds the decision.

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Spending the holiday weekend in the water? The CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology shares tips to keep your eyes safe: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/ophthalmology/swimming-eyes-safety?utm_source=today_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=jun_10_26 @cueyecenter.bsky.social

Going Swimming? Here’s How to Keep Your Eyes Safe

CU Anschutz pediatric optometrist Emma Stahr, OD, explains the potential risks that can come from water activities and ways to prevent issues.

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CU Anschutz has been ranked the No. 11 healthcare institution in the United States and No. 13 in the world according to the Nature Index 2026 Research Leaders rankings! Learn more about this recognition here: https://go.nature.com/4eCnCaJ

Mark your calendars! The Class of 2030 Matriculation Ceremony will be held on Friday, July 24, at 9 a.m. on Boettcher Commons. Visit medschool.cuanschutz.edu/matriculation for more information. 🥼🩺

For severe and treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions, including Tourette syndrome, CU Anschutz researchers and clinicians are investigating how adaptive deep brain stimulation may be beneficial. Learn more: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/adbs-psychiatric-research

Understanding the Potential for Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation in Psychiatric Conditions

For severe and treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions, including Tourette syndrome, CU Anschutz researchers and clinicians are investigating how technology described as a “pacemaker for the brain”...

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Another great turn out for #BikeToWorkDay! 🚴

During National Lightning Safety Awareness Week (June 21-27), wilderness medicine expert Martin Musi, MD, offers do’s and don’ts for avoiding injury. https://news.cuanschutz.edu/emergency-medicine/musi-lightning-safety

Lightning in Colorado: What It Can Do to You, and How to Stay Safe

The rumble of thunder and the flash of lightning are common features of summer in Colorado. In a state where people love to be outdoors, it pays to be careful.

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Lynn Montgomery-Haga has often required a wheelchair to get around. Today, one year after becoming the first patient in a clinical trial of a CAR T-cell therapy for stiff person syndrome, she’s walking freely again. Read the full story from @cuanschutz.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4ei3jPu

Genicular artery embolization (GAE) is a minimally invasive procedure that offers an alternative to major surgery for people with chronic knee pain. Learn more about the work being done by Leigh Casadaban, MD. https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/gae-knee-pain

For Chronic Knee Pain, Genicular Artery Embolization Provides a New Alternative

Interventional radiologist Leigh Casadaban, MD, performs and leads impactful research on GAE at CU Anschutz.

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As stroke among young people rises, researchers at the CU Anschutz Department of Neurology are investigating the non-traditional risk factors that seem to contribute to the increase in stroke prevalence in people under 55. Read more about their research: https://bit.ly/4vdU1u0

As Stroke Among Young People Rises, Researchers Investigate Why

Faculty members at the CU Anschutz Department of Neurology investigate the non-traditional risk factors that seem to contribute to the increase in stroke prevalence in people under 55.

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Daniel Pastula, MD, MHS, breaks down why proven public health strategies can stop the spread of an outbreak and why global cooperation is essential to making them work. Read more: https://bit.ly/3SCq48d

Containing the Ebola outbreak in central Africa requires executing the basics of biodefense, says ColoradoSPH infectious disease expert Dr. Daniel Pastula

Infectious disease expert Daniel Pastula emphasizes the importance of global collaboration and basic biodefense measures to contain the ongoing Ebola outbreak in central Africa.

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Samantha Farro, PhD, directs the integrated behavioral health program at the UCHealth Seniors Clinic, which helps patients get care faster to address a range of issues, from loneliness to sleep disturbances. Learn more about the program: https://bit.ly/4v3KF3n

Streamlining Care for Older Adults: CU Anschutz Leaders Combine Primary Care and Behavioral Health Services

Samantha Farro, PhD, directs the integrated behavioral health program at the UCHealth Seniors Clinic, which helps patients get care faster.

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Katie Suddarth, MD, an associate director of the internal medicine residency program, discusses the partnership between the CU Anschutz School of Medicine and SOL Mental Health to ensure new doctors and residents have access to mental healthcare: https://bit.ly/4fyWnyu

Taking care of the caretakers: Colorado medical school increases access to mental healthcare for newest doctors

The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine has partnered with SOL Mental Health to ensure internal medicine residents can access mental healthcare.

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Could this eye implant restore vision? Niranjan Manoharan, MD, explains potential benefits and limitations of an experimental procedure that implants a wireless chip in the eye of patients with age-related macular degeneration. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nKSdFJ @cueyecenter.bsky.social

Could This Eye Implant Restore Vision? What You Should Know About the PRIMA Device

A CU Anschutz ophthalmologist shares the potential pros and cons of an experimental procedure that implants a wireless chip in the eye of patients with AMD.

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In her TEDxCU talk, Aimee Bernard, PhD, brings an insider perspective on why communication training is an essential part of scientific education. Watch her ‘On the Contrary’ talk here: https://youtu.be/zpqRMWWnDZI?si=gSGnPMhm9woQrkiD @funsizeimmuninja.bsky.social

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