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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Feb 21

The NIH invests nearly $48B annually in medical research, supporting universities in developing cures and providing high-quality care. The University of Maryland School of Medicine receives over $530M in research funding, with NIH as our largest sponsor.🧵
#NIH #MedEd #MedSky #Science #PublicHealth

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 2d

New Faculty Orientation is underway today at the School of Medicine! 🩺🌟

Excited to welcome brilliant minds joining our mission to educate, innovate, and heal.

#NewFaculty #MedEd #MedSky #Maryland

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 5d

1 in 8 women in the U.S. will face invasive breast cancer.

Early detection saves lives — mammograms are key. Be proactive. Be empowered. 💪🩷

Read more from Dr. Omer Awan, a Professor of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, in @forbes.com.

#BreastCancerAwareness #ThinkPink #MedSky #MedEd

Here’s Why You Should Get Screened For Breast Cancer With A Mammogram

In light of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a doctor describes compelling reasons for women to get screened for breast cancer with mammograms.

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 5d

📚Read more about Dr. Scalea: shorturl.at/LkyXe

#ACS #TraumaSurgery #MedEd #ShockTrauma

University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 5d

Big congrats to Dr. Thomas M. Scalea on his induction into the @facs.org Academy of Master Surgeon Educators®! 👏 🎉

As an Academy Member, he’ll help shape surgical education worldwide. 🌍 🏥 🩺

🔗 Learn more: shorturl.at/Tl3oX

#MedEd #ShockTrauma #MedSky #Surgeon #ACS #Award #HigherEdSky

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 12d

What you need to know:

✅ Autism is largely genetic
✅ Environmental factors may influence risk
✅ No causal link has been proven between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and neurodevelopmental conditions
✅ Acetaminophen is considered safe by many OB-GYNs

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Autism and Tylenol: Exploring the Evidence on Acetaminophen in Pregnancy - NAM

Margaret McCarthy discusses the genetics of autism, how to interpret associations with Tylenol (acetaminophen) use in health studies, and why medical guidance matters.

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 12d

The FDA recently advised caution with acetaminophen during pregnancy due to possible associations with autism—not proven causation.

Dr. Margaret McCarthy explains in @nam.edu why medical advice should be personalized.

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#Autism #Pregnancy #FDA #Science #MedSky

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 14d

Dean Mark Gladwin paused his morning run to thank Wayne Little from the City’s “cleaning and greening” team for keeping the Inner Harbor beautiful. 👟🌿

Huge thanks to Wayne and the crew for making Baltimore shine!👏🌟

#DeanGladwinOnTheMove #CommunityHeroes #Baltimore

University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 19d

📣 Dean Mark Gladwin delivered the 2025 State of the School Address yesterday, spotlighting a year of bold innovation:

🚀 BS-MD program launch
🏢 New 4MLK building
🌾 Rural-MD Scholars
💡 Innovation Alliance
🎉 Welcomed Class of 2029
🧬 Breakthrough research

Leading with purpose, innovation & heart. ❤️

University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 22d

Congratulations to Dr. Bradley A. Maron on his Investiture as the Melvin Sharoky, MD Professor of Medicine! 👏 🎓🩺

A leader in pulmonary hypertension & precision medicine, Dr. Maron continues to shape the future of healthcare.

#MedEd #PrecisionMedicine #AcademicLeadership

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University of Maryland, Baltimore @umaryland.edu · 24d

What if your diabetes care plan was tailored to where you live and the resources you can actually access? Abby Abaku, a @UMSOM summer research student, studies how geolocational data. vist.ly/46rqf #BreakthroughsCantWaitUMB

How Where You Live Impacts Diabetes Care | Breakthroughs Can't Wait

What if your diabetes care plan was tailored to where you live and the resources you can actually access?Olohitare (Abby) Abaku, a Summer Research Student at...

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 23d

Dr. Jeremy Davis, UMSOM’s new Chief of Surgical Oncology, shares insights from his work at NIH and his vision for cancer research at Maryland.

His work is transforming how we detect and treat cancer—before it even begins! 🔬🩺 🧪

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#Cancer #Research #Genomics #MedEd #MedSky

2025 News - Get to Know: Dr. Jeremy Davis | University of Maryland School of Medicine

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 26d

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Crisis Resources

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 26d

September is #SuicidePreventionMonth♥️
One conversation can change — or even save — a life.

This month, we encourage everyone to check in, listen deeply, and share hope.

Call, text, or chat 988 to speak to a trained crisis counselor offering support 24/7.

#MentalHealth #Support #BeTheDifference

University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 27d

🔬 Super-resolution imaging = better understanding of disease & therapy development.

🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4mg1fZ0

#STED #BiomedicalScience #ImagingTech #AcademicResearch #LabLife

2025 News - UM School of Medicine Confocal Core Facility Offers Super-Resolution Microscopy to Enhance Imaging of Subcellular Structures | University of Maryland School of Medicine

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 27d

🚨 New tech at @umaryland.edu! Our Confocal Microscopy Core now features a STED microscope—1 of only 6 in MD.

🎥 Watch how STED reveals red blood cell proteins (Piezo1 & Myosin IIA) in stunning detail vs. confocal.

#STED #Microscopy #Science #CellBiology #Neuroscience #Research #MedEd #MedSky

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 28d

🚨 Federal funding cuts hit hardest where it matters most.

This word cloud shows the top impacted terms—vaccines, mental health, underserved, and more.

🔴 Red = targeted terms for reduced funding
🟡 Yellow = medical terms not targeted by government

#PublicHealth #Data #MedSky #Research

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 29d

🔗 Learn more about Dr. Kappe and his accomplishments here: bit.ly/4mPDpo5

#GlobalHealth #MalariaVaccine #MedicalResearch #Leadership #PublicHealth #MedEd #Medsky

2025 News - Internationally Recognized Malaria Researcher Stefan Kappe, PhD, Appointed New Director of the UM School of Medicine's Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health | University of Mar...

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 29d

Dr. Stefan Kappe, PhD, joins us as Director of the Center for Vaccine Development & Global Health! 🌍💉🌟

A global leader in malaria vaccine research, he brings expertise in parasite genetics & translational science.

Welcome to Maryland, Dr. Kappe! 👏

#GlobalHealth #Vaccines #Research #PublicHealth

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Sep 8

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Sep 8

Maryland ranks #2 in happiness nationwide! 🥈🌟

At the School of Medicine, we know health = happiness. Our research in emotional & physical well-being helps Maryland thrive.

Let’s keep building a healthier, happier future. ♥️

#PublicHealth #MentalHealth #Wellness #Maryland

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University of Maryland, Baltimore @umaryland.edu · Sep 8

Researchers from the @UMSOM developed a new and highly effective application of an AI tool to quickly scan notes in electronic medical records and identify high-risk patients who may have been infected with H5N1 avian influenza or “bird flu."

AI Uncovers Undetected Bird Flu Exposure Risks in Maryland Emergency Departments - News

University of Maryland School of Medicine study highlights how artificial intelligence can bolster national H5N1 surveillance as virus spreads in U.S. animals

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University of Maryland, Baltimore @umaryland.edu · Sep 8

These findings from a multi-institution team led by a @UMSOM professor pave the way for expanding the use of focused ultrasound to open the blood-brain barrier to improve treatments and diagnostics for patients with brain tumors and other neurological disorders.

A Reliable Measurement for Blood-Brain Barrier Opening Using Focused Ultrasound - News

The study published in the journal Device is the first to identify an acoustic emissions signature as a reliable measurement for determining opening of the blood-brain barrier.

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Sep 5

Thinking beyond clinical practice?

Dr. Omer Awan says on @medpagetoday.com that residency is the perfect time to build leadership skills.

Read his advice on how to build the skills needed to lead a department in the Q&A!

🔗 bit.ly/46npH5X

#MedEd #ResidencyTips #Healthcare #Leadership

University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Sep 3

🧠 BREAKTHROUGH: UMSOM scientists just visualized axon bubbles — mysterious, electrolucent structures in the developing cerebellum — for the first time.

Captured using a new method called Stereo-Tracking.

📄 Read more in @cellpress.bsky.social: bit.ly/4m0aNav

#Neuroscience #Brain #MedEd #Research

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Aug 22

New blood pressure guidelines from the @americanheart.bsky.social and the American College of Cardiology are here! 🩺 🫀

Know your numbers. Take action.

🔗Learn more in #VeryWellHealth: bit.ly/4fOIXwu

#PublicHealth #MedSky #Cardiology #News #HeartHealth