Medical College of Georgia

12/19/2025

12/11/2025

Earlier this year, a team of researchers in the Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior at the Medical College of Georgia was awarded a $2.5 million National Institutes of Health-sponsored grant seeking to address a two-sided condition that impacts millions of people across the globe.

“Ultimately, the hope is to find other avenues to reduce the risk for depression and depression symptoms,” said William Vaughn McCall, MD, professor emeritus in the Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior and the principal investigator of the study.

“Ultimately, the hope is to find other avenues to reduce the risk for depression and depression symptoms,” says Vaughn McCall, MD.

12/05/2025

In today's Dean's Diary: MCG/AU rank among top 10 nationally in American Heart Association funding; halftime ad during state rivalry game featured some familiar MCG faces; and additional $1.3 million in AHA fellowships means more jobs for Georgia.
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December 5, 2025 December 5, 2025Dean's Diary - Medical College of GeorgiaDavid C. Hess, MD Dear Medical College of Georgia Friends, MCG/AU rank among top 10 nationally in American Heart Association funding As I hope you all know, I believe that MCG has the best faculty among any medical school in ...

12/01/2025

Ana-Sophia Chung, a fourth-year student at the Medical College of Georgia, has made school history as the first MCG student to be named a Pisacano Scholar. She is one of only 10 students nationwide selected for this highly competitive leadership and scholarship program supporting future family medicine physicians.

Chung, who serves as class president for the MCG Class of 2026, is recognized for her leadership, community service and commitment to primary care. The Pisacano Scholarship will support her during her final year of medical school and through residency as she continues her work to serve diverse and underserved communities.

“I was so excited because I've had all of these leadership opportunities over the last four years; I just feel like this honors all that work," says Ana-Sophia Chung.

11/21/2025

In today's Dean's Diary: Dr. Stephen Shiver named chair of our Department of Emergency Medicine; Ketul J. Patel joins Wellstar as new CEO; and Temporal Bone Lab named for MCG Alumnus, Dr. James T. Lowe Jr.
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November 21, 2025 November 21, 2025Dean's Diary - Medical College of GeorgiaBody Donor Memorial Service, Emergency Medicine, James T. Lowe Jr., Ketul J. Patel, Stephen ShiverDavid C. Hess, MD Dear Medical College of Georgia Friends, Dr. Stephen Shiver named chair of our Department of Emergency Medi...

11/20/2025

As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season becomes apparent, be aware of the signs and symptoms of an impending heart attack. Vishal Arora, MD, a cardiologist, says heart attacks are more prevalent in the holiday season, often due to emotional and physical stress, along with people neglecting their health.
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In trying to make the best holiday ever, don’t let it unintentionally become the worst. Arora says to take time to lessen stress and keep current with medications.

11/17/2025

11/14/2025

Jayvon Nougaisse, a fourth-year neuroscience MD/PhD student at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, knew he was destined to pursue a career in health sciences from an early age.
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"AU and this program have provided the perfect environment to grow, change and step into adulthood,” says Jayvon Nougaisse.

11/11/2025

Today, we stand in gratitude for the veterans who have served our country with honor. Their resilience and dedication inspire us as future and current healthcare providers to serve with the same integrity and compassion.

11/07/2025

In today's Dean's Diary: Investiture Ceremony is next Thursday; join us to congratulate our newest endowed chairs and thank the donors who made them possible; and MCG leadership, faculty and students well represented at annual AAMC gathering in San Antonio.
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November 7, 2025 November 7, 2025Dean's Diary - Medical College of Georgia2025 Investiture Ceremony, Ana-Sophia Chung, Anusha Aiyar, Chris Drescher, FAculty Development, Henry Moon, Jeff Switzer, Kelli Braun, Khang-Drew Li, Leah Middleton, Maanasa Javangula, Michelle Krupp, Neurology, Nicole Winston...

11/07/2025

Members of the Class of 2029 explain what their white coat represents to them, an important step toward achieving their dreams, and as a symbol of the commitment made to the medical profession.
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Members of the Class of 2029 explain what the white coat represents to them, an important step toward achieving their dreams, and as a symbol of the commitme...