On USF Research Day, UF students, residents, and faculty presented their research and innovative ideas, highlighting contributions and collaboration across the University. Harrison Lew, MS2 (left), Lucy Guerra, MD and Jed Casauay, MS3 (right) who did a descriptive study with Dr. Guerra, Dr. Grant Harrell and…
We are pleased to announce Dr. Marika Alois’ appointment to the Elizabeth Dell Scheveling Integrative Medicine Professorship. This prestigious recognition reflects Dr. Alois’ unwavering dedication and expertise in the field of medical education. …
The UF Equal Access Clinic, which provides free care to underserved communities, hosted a holiday food drive through their Mobile Food Pharmacy. The drive focused on collecting healthy food donations for patients with conditions such as Hypertension, Diabetes, and Kidney disease. In total we collected 220 pounds of food from…
ACLM’s conference is the premiere lifestyle medicine continuing education event where attendees gather online and in-person to learn about the latest research, explore implementation models, and hear about cutting-edge advancements in the field from top experts. Dr. Nisha D’Souza & Dr. Nundia Louis…
Generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) is a new technology with potentially broad applications across important domains of healthcare, but serious questions remain about how to balance the promise of generative AI against unintended consequences from adoption of these tools. In this position statement, we provide recommendations on behalf of the…
Social determinants of health, such as food insecurity, can significantly impact patient welfare, potentially increasing the prevalence of chronic illnesses while hindering their management, as shown in previous data collected by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. This study aimed to investigate the association between food insecurity and other…
Cutaneous MCD is a rare disease that causes significant morbidity and can occur in patients without intestinal CD. In patients presenting with intractable pain in the setting of an erythematous intertriginous rash, cutaneous MCD is an important diagnosis to consider. Prompt diagnosis of cutaneous MCD is a crucial step in…
While many populations struggle with health literacy, those who speak Spanish preferentially or exclusively, including Hispanic, immigrant, or migrant populations, may face particular barriers, as they navigate a predominantly English-language healthcare system. This population also faces greater morbidity and mortality from treatable chronic diseases, such as hypertension and diabetes. The…
Congratulations on your promotions to Associate Professor! We are grateful to share this milestone in your academic careers. This accomplishment highlights the quality and impact of your contributions to the University, your profession, and society. Marika Alois, MD is a physician within the Division of General Internal…
This meeting aims to enhance the skills of academic general internists and those interested in medical education, research, healthcare delivery, policy, and clinical general internal medicine. Attendees engage in lectures, workshops, and poster presentations to create a personalized educational experience. Topics include best practices, research findings, clinical cases, and skill-building…
