Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment Invites Applications for $250,000 Momentum Grants

Funding available for health improvement projects in Wisconsin

Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center Selected as Injury Control Research Center by CDC

MCW chosen as one of only 11 institutions nationwide and will focus on reducing injury disparities.

Medical College of Wisconsin Announces Executive Leadership Transition

Debbie and Mark Attanasio Announce Contribution to the Medical College of Wisconsin for Pancreatic Cancer Research, in Honor of Bob Uecker

First-of-its-kind Collaboration in Wisconsin to Bridge Science and Faith Communities to Address Public Health Needs

Center for Collaboration of Science and Faith to serve as a national and international resource for addressing urgent public health needs

Medical College of Wisconsin Unveils New Training Program for Medical Students to Address Health Disparities in Milwaukee

Health Equity Scholars Program designed to address the shortage of physicians serving high-need, medically under-resourced areas in the city.

Medical College of Wisconsin Set to Lead Key Initiative as Part of EDA Tech Hub Phase 2 Funding

Medical College of Wisconsin Celebrates Construction Milestone for New Cancer Research Building

Children’s Wisconsin, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center Launch Wisconsin Institute of NeuroScience

Unifies neurological treatments, clinical trials and research to deliver entire life span care.

Paula & Rodger Riney Foundation Provides $5.9 Million to Accelerate Multiple Myeloma Research

Gift Supports Research During the Next Two Years at the MCW Cancer Center

Kern Family Foundation Invests $50 Million to Transform Medical Education and Profession of Medicine

Gift Renews Support for the Kern National Network for Caring and Character in Medicine and the Kern Institute at the Medical College of Wisconsin

Milwaukee-Area Family Invests $10 Million in Genomic Sciences and Precision Medicine Research

Medical College of Wisconsin Research Center Renamed in Mellowes Family Honor

Neuroscience Institute Formed to Further Research and Advancements in Treating Neurological Disorders

Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, Named Founding Director

Medical College of Wisconsin Receives $2.7 Million Grant for Cardio-oncology Research to Improve Life after Cancer for Black and African American Women

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment Announces $6.5 Million in Funding to Improve Health and Advance Health Equity Statewide

Grants bring AHW total support for health initiatives and research discovery in the state to $310 million

Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center Adds New Position, Director of Violence Prevention Policy and Engagement

Medical College of Wisconsin Applauds Mental Health Investments

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Chair of Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology

Panel discussion looks to connect Veterans from diverse backgrounds with health care services

Leaders of Wisconsin’s Two Medical Schools Urge Everyone to Take Action During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Medical College of Wisconsin Graduate School Partners with Wisconsin Lutheran College for 4+1 Dual-Degree Public Health Program

Milwaukee Common Council Appoints Dr. Ian B. K. Martin to City Board of Health

Medical College of Wisconsin Joins National Effort to Increase, Improve COVID-19 Testing Among Vulnerable Communities

Novel CAR-T Cell Immunotherapy for Lymphoma Advances to Phase II Clinical Trial

Study Results Published, Result of Collaborative Effort Led by Medical College of Wisconsin Researchers

Two Community Leaders Join Medical College of Wisconsin Board of Trustees

Report Shows 40% Increase in Wisconsin Suicide Rate Since 2000, Offers Plan to Reduce Deaths

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment Announces Availability of up to $6 Million in Funding to Improve Health, Advance Health Equity Statewide

Application period now open for four funding opportunities available to community organizations and medical researchers in Wisconsin

Medical College of Wisconsin Receives Funding from Doris Duke Charitable Foundation to Expand Research on US Sickle Cell Disease Patients With COVID-19

Online, Interactive Dashboards Analyze Data on Homicides and Nonfatal Shootings in City of Milwaukee

Pediatric Appendicitis Study Shows Antibiotic Therapy Can Be as Effective as Surgery

Medical College of Wisconsin to Study Brain Changes Following Loss of Loved One to Prevent Grief-Related Complications

Now Enrolling Participants in Landmark Brain Imaging Study

Study Reveals Potential New Therapy for Interstitial Lung Disease in Patients with Immunodeficiency

Study of Social Determinants Reveals Financial Hardships Take Most Significant Toll on Health in Elderly Adults with Diabetes

Multi-Agency Collaboration Updates Sex Trafficking Report

Analysis of the Geospatial Characteristics of Sex Trafficking in Milwaukee Seeks to Inform Further Responses to Trafficking

Medical College of Wisconsin Recommends Everyone Wear Cloth Face Covering in Public to Reduce Spread of COVID-19

New guideline added to list of recommendations for ‘flattening the curve’

Medical College of Wisconsin Receives Gifts Exceeding $2 Million from Baird and Community Leaders

Endowed Chair Established in Honor of Former MCW Trustee, Former Baird Chairman, President & CEO G. Frederick Kasten, Jr., to Accelerate Parkinson’s Disease Research

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Leader of Cancer Center

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Chair of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Medical College of Wisconsin Cardiovascular Center Appoints Postdoctoral Fellow to T32 Training Program

Dr. Jing Liu joins four current and former postdoctoral fellows in the CVC’s T32 postdoctoral training program

Medical College of Wisconsin Announces Master of Science in Global Healthy Equity Program Beginning Fall 2020

Applications are now being accepted for this program.

Medical College of Wisconsin Dean Named Chair of Association of American Medical Colleges Board of Directors

Joseph E. Kerschner, MD became the dean of the school of medicine and executive vice president of MCW in November 2011 following 10 months as interim dean.

Local Pain Management Researchers Receive Grants from the National Institutes of Health ‘Helping to End Addiction Long-Term’ Initiative

These awards are part of 375 grant awards across 41 states made by the NIH this year as a part of the Helping to End Addiction Long-term Initiative to apply scientific solutions to reverse the national opioid crisis.

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Chair of the Department of Family and Community Medicine

Dr. Gravel currently serves as professor of Family Medicine & Community Health at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester, Mass.

Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital Name Vice President and Chief Development Officer

Mitchell R. Beckman will be responsible for the overall fundraising enterprise and will help enable MCW and Froedtert Hospital to continue its trajectory of excellence across missions.

Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center to Host Vida y Esperanza, a Support and Celebration Event Tailored to the Latinx Community

The event will offer a variety of community resources including glucose and blood pressure screenings, demonstrations from the 16th Street Community Health Center Healthy Choices Program, haircuts, performances by local groups, giveaways and more.

Medical College of Wisconsin and UW-Milwaukee Establish Nurse Practitioner Residency Program

The program will be a structured, supervised year of clinical practice and continuing education at community-based settings to prepare mental health nurses to provide care to underserved populations in the Milwaukee area.

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Senior Vice President of University Engagement and Strategic Planning

As Senior Vice President, University Engagement and Strategic Planning, Lord will help advance MCW’s impact as a leading health sciences university.

Local Researcher Co-Author on Study With Zero-Calorie Sweeteners

Findings Show Exposure to Sucralose and Acesulfame-K in the Womb and Via Breastmilk Leads to Altered Intestinal Flora and Liver Toxicity in Mouse Pups

Local Researcher Named 2019 Cullen Healthy Heart Scholar; 23rd Annual Cullen Run Raises $41,285 for Cardiovascular Research

Alison Kriegel, PhD, is the recipient of the 2019 Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Scholar Award.

MCW Applauds Joint Finance Committee’s Vote for a Cancer Research Facility

The JFC voted on June 11th, 2019 to include a $10 million State Building Commission grant for the facility, to be located on the MCW Milwaukee campus.

Faculty, Staff, Students, Community Partners Earn Medical College of Wisconsin President’s Community Engagement Award

Adina Luba Kalet, MD, MPH, Named Director of the Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Institute for the Transformation of Medical Education

NYU professor of medicine and surgery joins the Medical College of Wisconsin on Sept. 1

Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, Named Director of the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment and Senior Associate Dean at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Medicine

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine professor, veteran and LGBTQ advocate joins MCW Sept. 1

Cardiovascular Center Appoints Postdoctoral Fellow to T32 Training Program

Pablo Nakagawa received his Master of Science in clinical biochemistry and biotechnology at the University of Buenos Aires in 2008.

Local Surgeon Receives Grant Award to Provide Treatment for At-Risk Populations

"I am beyond thankful to be honored for such an award."

Wisconsin Medical Society Presents Medical College of Wisconsin Student with Presidential Scholar Award

Sierra Tackett was presented with an engraved award and a $3,000 scholarship to help pay for educational expenses.

Local Researcher Recognized With Prestigious Neuroscience Research Award

Dr. Stucky is set to use the grant award to conduct research on the pain mechanisms associated with Fabry Disease – a rare lysosome storage disease.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Joins Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network

Dr. Kohmoto has extensive experience in all forms of heart surgery.

The Medical College of Wisconsin Applauds Governor Evers Commitment to Cancer Research

“MCW commends Governor Evers for his leadership and support to lessen the cancer burden in the state of Wisconsin and beyond,” said John R. Raymond, Sr., MD, MCW President and CEO.

Medical Society of Milwaukee Recognizes “Medical Student Leader”

Megan Cory will be presented the honor at the annual award event held by the Medical Society of Milwaukee on March 9.

Third Class of Aspirus Scholars Named to Tackle Physician Shortage

Recipients receive scholarships for future service at Aspirus

Medical College of Wisconsin Doctor and Professor Named Hastings Center Fellow

Arthur R. Derse, MD, JD has been named a fellow of the Hastings Center.

Multi-Agency Collaboration Updates Sex Trafficking Report

Analysis of Unaccompanied Homeless Youth and Sex Trafficking in Milwaukee Seeks to Inform Further Responses to Trafficking

MCW to co-lead national study to examine 20-year neurologic health outcomes in former NFL players

Five-year project will also investigate diagnosis, treatment and prevention of CTE

Medical College of Wisconsin Researchers Part of National Effort to Develop Regenerative Treatments for Blindness

Of the five grants awarded nationally under the NEI initiative, the MCW grant is about $6.25 million over 5 years.

Joseph E. Kerschner, MD, Named Chair-elect of the Board of Directors of the Association of American Medical Colleges

Medical College of Wisconsin Dean, School of Medicine, Continues National Leadership Role

Women in Science Series Honors Medical College of Wisconsin Researchers

Jorge Saucedo, MD, MBA Appointed Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin

Dr. Saucedo will also be Director of the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Heart and Vascular Service Line

Cardiovascular Center Appoints Postdoctoral Fellow to T32 Training Program

The ultimate goal of this training program is to train the next generation of cardiovascular scientists.

Local Baker Shares Story of His Lifesaving Heart Transplant at Inaugural ‘Heart of the Matter’

Heart of the Matter Food and Wine Event Raised $135,000 to Support the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Cardiovascular Center

National Leader in Academic Medicine and Global Health and Emergency Care Expert Ian B. K. Martin, MD, MBA, Appointed System Chair of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin

Dr. Martin mostly recently served as professor and chair of emergency medicine at West Virginia University.

Aaron Rodgers Receives Honorary Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin

Packers Quarterback Earns Honorary Doctorate of Humanities Degree for Commitment to End Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders

Two Medical College of Wisconsin Students Receive Honors for Leadership and Excellence from the Wisconsin Medical Society Foundation

Kieran McAvoy was named the 2018 Presidential Scholar of 2018, and Zachary Shaheen received the Houghton Award.

Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy Partners with Alverno College to Enhance Student Program Opportunities

Enrollment in the new 3+3 dual degree program is open for the fall 2018 term.

Cardiologist Joins Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network

With Dr. Salinger’s arrival, the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network will begin providing MitraClip to patients with mitral valve disease.

Multi-Agency Collaboration Releases Sex Trafficking Report

Analysis of incidents of sex trafficking in Milwaukee seeks to inform further responses to trafficking

Medical College of Wisconsin Announces Promotion of Cheryl A. Maurana, PhD, to Senior Vice President for Strategic Academic Partnerships

Dr. Maurana served as MCW’s vice president for Strategic Outreach from March 2012 to August 2014.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Joins Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network

Dr. Raikar most recently served as a thoracic surgeon in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Oklahoma Heart Hospital Physicians.

Five Medical College of Wisconsin Faculty Members Named Health Care Heroes

The winners were featured in the BizTimes’ Dec. 18, 2017 issue.

Medical College of Wisconsin-Led Project to Address Opioid Use Disorder Earns Funding from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

A team of partners from MCW, Dryhootch and Mental Health America of Wisconsin contributed to the development of this project.

MCW’s Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment Awards More than $2 Million to Improve Health across Wisconsin

The selected initiatives demonstrated promise in advancing policy and systems change to address some of Wisconsin’s most pressing health issues.

Medical College of Wisconsin Dean Begins National Role

Inducted as Chair of the Council of Deans of the American Association of Medical Colleges

Medical College of Wisconsin Among Four Wisconsin Universities Ranked Best in World

MCW ranked at 471.

Research Seeks to Unlock Mysteries of Late-Life Depression

Late-life major depression is a growing public health issue already affecting more than 5 million individuals in the US.

Major Study Again Ranks Froedtert Hospital Among Nation’s Highest Quality Academic Medical Centers

All three Froedtert & MCW health network hospitals rank among top performers

Local Institute Wins Bid to Host Health & Human Services Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer Conference

The conference helps small businesses in the life science sector learn about America’s largest Seed Fund.

Milwaukee High School Student Wins International Award for Research Conducted at Medical College of Wisconsin Lab

Nabeel Quryshi won the prestigious First Place Grand Award in Biomedical and Health Sciences at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles.

Cardiovascular Center Awarded $1.6 Million Grant to Help Train Next Generation of Scientists

Forty-one basic scientists and translational investigators serve as mentors in the program.

Medical College of Wisconsin Radiation Oncology professor receives The Mary Kay Foundation 2017 $100K research grant

This $100,000 award will help fund Dr. Carmen Bergom’s project, “Identifying Genetic Factors that Decrease Side Effects and Enhance the Efficacy of Breast Cancer Radiation.”

Rising Second-Year Medical College of Wisconsin Student Wins Excellence in Medicine Minority Scholars Award

Bellony Nzemenoh received the 2017 Excellence in Medicine Minority Scholars Award from the American Medical Association Foundation.

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Kurt Janavitz as Senior Vice President of Healthcare Partnerships and Strategy

Janavitz previously served as chief executive officer for Integrated Health Network of Wisconsin.

Medical College of Wisconsin Appoints Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, to Chair of Neurosurgery

Dr. Kurpad also has been awarded the Sanford J. Larson, MD, PhD, Chair in Neurosurgery.

Inventors of Biomedical Technologies Join Together in Technology Showcase

Collaborate to Share Designs with Companies and Investors

Medical College of Wisconsin Leads Study on Plant-based Preventive Treatment for Oral Cancer, Receives $2.6M Grant

Oral cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the world.

John R. Kirby, PhD, Joins the Medical College of Wisconsin as Chair of Microbiology and Immunology

From 2014-2016, Dr. Kirby served as professor of microbiology at the University of Iowa.

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Raul A. Urrutia, MD, as Director of the Human and Molecular Genetics Center

Dr. Urrutia’s career and activities combine interests and expertise in the areas of genomics, epigenomics, and individualized medicine.

Medical College Physicians Announces New CEO, John R. Schreiber, MD, MPH

From 2014-2016, Dr. Schreiber served as president of Baystate Medical Practices in Springfield, Mass.

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data

Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system

Medical College of Wisconsin Names C. Greer Jordan, MBA, PhD as Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer

She will design, implement and assess diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure alignment with MCW’s long-term strategic plan.

Medical College of Wisconsin Names Gregory M. Wesley Senior Vice President, Strategic Alliances and Business Development

Wesley will act as a key strategic leader, ambassador and advisor for the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Dawn S. Bragg, PhD, and Daisy Sahoo, PhD, selected for national women’s executive leadership program

MCW cardiovascular researcher wins Steve Cullen Healthy Heart Scholar Award

This award was developed to identify and honor a junior or mid-career MCW scientist involved in cutting-edge cardiovascular research.

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin commits more than $20 million to statewide behavioral health initiatives

The ultimate outcome of this project is a statewide improvement in behavioral health, improved physical health among those with behavioral health conditions, and improved prevention and healthcare resources.

Medical College of Wisconsin receives $5.5 million grant to study Alzheimer’s disease

The long-term goal of this study is to develop technology to accurately stage Alzheimer’s disease as it progresses in an individual.

Community leaders celebrate 40 years of MACC Fund

Wisconsin families who have children with cancer have access to some of the best medical care in the country.

MCW professor publishes Nature article on cause of neurological disorders

The study published in the March 2016 issue of Nature Communications, was authored by Nashaat Gerges, PhD.

MCW receives $2.8 million in grants to investigate kidney disease

John D. Imig, PhD, professor of pharmacology and toxicology at MCW, is the primary investigator of both grants.

MCW names Chief Historian and Senior Associate Vice President for Communications

He currently holds the distinction of being the longest-tenured public information officer among US medical schools.

Study finds that education, good health, and positive emotional wellbeing contribute to improved memory health in older women

The study enrolled 2,228 older women who were followed longitudinally and underwent annual assessments of cognitive health.

MCW to host renowned nutrition expert at heart health conference

Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and Ann Esselstyn will present research findings, clinical recommendations and recipes based on the best-selling book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease and documentary Forks Over Knives.

MCW’s Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment awards $300,000 to increase access to early intervention developmental screens

Developmental screens are a best practice for the early identification of delays and a means to directing children to targeted intervention early to resolve persistent health problems.