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The CU Anschutz School of Medicine offers comprehensive, lifelong, interdisciplinary learning for health care professionals.
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Join us in celebrating Housestaff Appreciation Week! This week, we are recognizing the hard work and dedication shown by our fellows and residents. We are grateful for all that you do to support patients and our School of Medicine community!
February 2, 2026 at 11:43 PM
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John Sampson, MD, PhD, MBA, cited many achievements over the last year and also recognized challenges facing the school community during yesterday's State of the School address. Read more about the event: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/sampson-state-of-the-school-2026
‘It’s Strong Because of You’: CU Anschutz School of Medicine Dean Reports on State of the School
Dean John Sampson, MD, PhD, MBA, celebrated significant achievements across clinical care, research, education, and community engagement.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:08 AM
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That’s a wrap on the 2026 State of the School Address! Be on the lookout for a full recap soon. Thank you!
The final slide. In big text, it reads “Thank you!!!” Overlayed a photo of campus.
January 28, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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Congratulations to everyone who worked on our LCME site visit and in preparation for our accreditation!
January 28, 2026 at 11:46 PM
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Our School of Medicine community mission reflects our responsibility as a public institution to extend expertise beyond our campus. Together, these numbers reflect a community mission focused on access, equity, and partnership.
By the numbers slide. 1.1K plus clinicians and others trained by CU through ECHO Colorado. 23K plus unique medicaid patients received behavioral health care. $1 million from the Joanna Samara Family Rural Health Endowment. 100 plus community health programs supported in Colorado.
January 28, 2026 at 11:37 PM
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A first-time collaboration between CU and CSU was marked by our inaugural class of medical students graduating from our branch campus in Fort Collins!

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Education slide. Inaugural Class of Med Students from Ft. Collins Branch Celebrate Graduation. The cohort of graduates marked the first from a groundbreaking collaboration between CU and CSU. A photo of the group with their families is on the right side.
January 28, 2026 at 11:35 PM
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After an ambitious curriculum redesign and seeing the first graduating class of the innovative Trek curriculum, we have achieved full LCME accreditation through the 2032-33 academic year.

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Education slide. School of Medicine Receives Full Accreditation From LCME. Dr. Shanta Zimmer, Dr. Bonnie Kaplan, and Kristen Hyden successfully led the team through the full accreditation process. A photo of the group is on the right side.
January 28, 2026 at 11:31 PM
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We have taken deliberate steps to support our scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students. Over $12 million was committed by our departments.
Research Highlight slide. Departments pledged $12 million to support this effort. Researchers across nine departments received support funding amid disruptions for the School of Medicine.
January 28, 2026 at 11:29 PM
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In new research, @cucancercenter.bsky.social Interim Director James DeGregori, PhD, and his team found that COVID-19 respiratory infection can awaken dormant cancer cells.

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Research Highlight slide. Research Shows that COVID-19 Infection Can Awaken Dormant Cancer Cells. Led by Interim Director James DeGregori, PhD, the study showed that respiratory viral infections can promote metastatic progression in cancer survivors. A photo of DeGregori and his team is on the right.
January 28, 2026 at 11:26 PM
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This past October, the @nature.com Index ranked the CU Anschutz Medical Campus number five in the world for research hospitals in health sciences, based on data gathered between 2022 and 2024.
By The Numbers slide. #5 for Research Hospitals in Health Sciences. Nature One Year Ten Stories. Research Highlight slide. Research Shows That COVID-19 Infection Can Awaken Dormant Cancer Cells. Led by Interim Director James DeGregori, PhD, the study showed that respiratory viral infections can promote metastatic progression in cancer survivors. A photo of DeGregori and his team on the right.
January 28, 2026 at 11:23 PM
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It wouldn’t be a CU event without a nod to Coach Prime! When a mass on his bladder was found, he was treated by Janet Kukreja, MD, director of urologic oncology @cucancercenter.bsky.social and UCHealth, and associate professor of urology @cudeptsurg.bsky.social.

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Clinical Highlight slide. CU Surgeon Removes Bladder Cancer From Coach Prime. Facing a ‘very high-risk’ tumor, Hall of Fame received top care, including a new bladder, from Janet Kukreja, MD, and CU Cancer Center team. There is a photo of Kukreja and Prime at a press conference.
January 28, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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Meet Carolyn Degrafinried. In this video, she shares her experience at the @cucancercenter.bsky.social after her pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

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Clinical Highlight slide. Enjoying The Gift of Time After a Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis. A multidisciplinary CU Cancer Center team worked with Carolyn Degrafinried, and she now shows no evidence of disease. There is a photo on the right at Degrafinried, and she now shows no evidence of disease.
January 28, 2026 at 11:16 PM
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The faculty recognition continues! “This is a huge testament to the talent we have among our ranks,” – Dean Sampson, MD, PhD, MBA. Congrats, Kristina Wilson, MD, Kristi Kuhn, MD, and Catherine Musselman, PhD!
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice in Orthopedics, National Academy of Medicine’s State Health Policy Fellowship. Kristi Kuhn, MD, Professor of Medicine, Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. Catherine Musselman, PhD, Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetic's Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers.
January 28, 2026 at 11:14 PM
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We are thrilled to recognize these faculty members for their individual excellence and for representing the very best of the CU Anschutz School of Medicine! Congratulations.
Faculty Recognition slide. Photos from left to right. Neill Epperson, MD, Chair, Department of Psychiatry, National Academy of Medicine, New Member. Richard Krugman, MD, Former Dean Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows Program Lifetime Achievement Award. Ron Sokol, Mdm, Chief Scientific Officer, Child Health Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Liver Foundation. Marc Moss, MD, Professor of Medicine Honored as a Distinguished Professor by the University of Colorado.
January 28, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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This year, we have also welcomed new leaders across departments and centers, including Emergency Medicine, Neurosurgery, and @cuobgynedu.bsky.social. Congrats to Saketh Guntupalli, MD, Vik Bebarta, MD, and Peter E. Fecci, MD!
New leadership slide. Photos from left to right. Saketh Guntupalli, MD, Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Vik Bebarta, MD, Chair Department of Emergency Medicine. Peter E. Fecci, MD, Chair, Department of Neurosurgery.
January 28, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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“2025 was a year with a lot of transition, but also transformation. One of my priorities was to position new leaders so that we would continue to strengthen our institution and better serve our people,” – Dean Sampson, MD, PhD, MBA.
New leadership slide. Photos from left to right. Vineet Chopra, MD, Executive Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs, Quality, and Research. Shanta Zimmer, MD, Executive Vice Dean for Education. Naresh Mandava, MD, Senior Associate Dean of Strategic Advancement. Leslie Berg, PhD, Senior Associate Dean for Biomedical Research. Adit Ginde, MD, Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Research.
January 28, 2026 at 11:09 PM
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As a nationally recognized academic medical center, we are a cornerstone for care in this state and beyond. In 2025, we saw significant growth in patient care, medical school programs, and received $223 million in philanthropic support.
2025 data highlights: 4.7 million patient visits. 10K plus med school applicants, 6K plus faculty members, #3 ranked child health associate/physician assistant program, $223 million in philanthropic support, top 5 in children’s hospital with 5 specialities in the top 10.
January 28, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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We’re about to get underway! Follow along as we highlight the 2026 State of the School. 🧵⬇️
January 28, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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CU Anschutz School of Medicine professor John Steiner, MD, is taking on writing courses in retirement that blend scientific writing, AI, and research for early and mid-career researchers: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/scientific-writing-ai-course
Blending Scientific Writing, AI, and the ‘Creative Act’ of Research
CU Anschutz professor John Steiner, MD, is taking on writing courses in retirement that prioritize a new skill set for many early and mid-career researchers.
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January 27, 2026 at 10:39 PM
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Watch Dean Sampson's message for the new year where he talks about his vision for making the CU Anschutz School of Medicine top 10 within 10 years. https://youtu.be/6-yTp11JK6U?si=rxnjaCT1fzAbHSLM
Dean John H. Sampson's New Year's Address 2026
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January 27, 2026 at 12:04 AM
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We invite you to join the Health Opportunities and Professional Engagement (HOPE) Office for the 2nd annual Unity Mixer on Thursday, February 5. This event is open to University students, faculty, and staff. Register here: https://bit.ly/49AsOt5
January 23, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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Bo Nix limped off the field after sustaining a season-ending ankle injury during the Bronco's AFC divisional-round playoff victory. We asked an orthopedic surgeon some common questions about ankle fractures and what’s needed to make a full recovery. https://bit.ly/45lABIO
January 22, 2026 at 7:08 PM
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VO2 max is the gold standard metric of fitness. Understanding this score can be an overall marker for health and help improve fitness for the long haul, says CU Anschutz sports cardiologist William Cornwell, MD. Learn more: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/vo2-max-longevity
VO2 Max: What the Gold Standard Metric for Fitness Means for Longevity
CU Anschutz sports cardiologist William Cornwell, MD, says improving VO2 max is similar to saving for retirement -- it's better to start sooner.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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Flu Virus Spoils Holidays for Many This Season, Flooding Hospitals and Clinics
As flu patients continue flooding hospitals and clinics across the country, a CU Anschutz emergency doctor shares information on symptoms and prevention.
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January 19, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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CU endocrinologist Leigh Perreault, MD, and her colleagues developed PATHWEIGH, as a way for primary care staff and patients to prioritize weight management by offering specialized clinic visits where clinicians can focus on weight management ⬇️
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PATHWEIGH: A Model Changing Weight Management For All
Specialized weight management primary care visits reversed population weight gain, CU Anschutz researchers say.
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January 15, 2026 at 6:49 PM