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05/23/2026

Before you hit the water, an emergency medicine physician from VCU Medical Center has advice that could save your life. https://bit.ly/3PeiTCc 🌊 🏊

05/22/2026

With warm weather sticking around, yard time is in full swing. Stay safe this summer by following these lawn mower safety tips. 🌱

05/21/2026

As a volunteer with the Trauma Survivors Network, Wendy Cowan is determined to use her experience to support trauma survivors and the healthcare workers caring for them. Trauma Survivors Network

A paper conservator by trade, Wendy Cowan restores historic documents, paintings, prints, maps and other paper items. Earlier this year, a fragile, aged canvas of Richmond’s iconic Hollywood Cemetery was spread across one of her studio tables waiting to be cleaned and restored.

05/21/2026

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05/21/2026

One blood donation can help save more than one life. If you are eligible to donate, we encourage you to sign up for an upcoming blood drive near you. redcross.org/give-blood 🩸

05/20/2026

The unwavering dedication of VCU Medical Center’s Level I trauma center helped Greg Muzik recover after a devastating cyclist v. vehicle crash.

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05/20/2026

A friendly face has joined our team – meet Dr. James Bateman, a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.

Dr. Bateman uses advanced imaging and blood-based biomarkers to diagnose dementia earlier and more precisely than ever before. This approach opens new doors for patients to access the next generation of disease-modifying therapies. He collaborates daily with neuropsychologists, nurses, social workers, speech and occupational therapists, mental health professionals and geriatricians to provide the best care possible.

“The needs in the area of movement disorders and dementias are immense, and at VCU Health we are growing a program that excels at clinical care, research and education.”

Our expert team is here to help you find the right diagnosis and manage Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders.

05/19/2026

The VCU Health ALS Clinic team regularly talks to patients and their caregivers about some of the common misconceptions surrounding ALS. https://bit.ly/4l11ira

05/19/2026

Angela Gates earned her second degree from VCU, and her path ahead includes more marathons and a residency with the local VA medical center.

In Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Pharmacy, Gates graduated this spring with her Pharm.D. – balancing her final weeks of clinical rotations with training for a half-marathon. It’s a fitting pace for a student who has spent the last seven years at VCU challenging herself, both in ...

05/18/2026

Summer isn’t summer without a backyard BBQ — now let’s keep the sizzle on the grill and not in your safety report. 🍔🌭

05/18/2026

After releasing her debut album last month, the new medical school student graduate is ready to bring her musical and medical talents to residency training.

For the past four years, Sravani Buddhavarapu has told her story on stage. Sometimes accompanied by a band, other times with just her acoustic guitar, the singer-songwriter has shared her struggles and successes across Richmond’s live music scene.