MSU College of Human Medicine

Following our viral video, @people shared the story of recent grad Jacob Charron and his wife Alexandra, who graduated with us last year. We’re so proud to see their story resonate with millions. #SpartansWill 💚 people.com/high-school-sw…

Becoming a doctor one year, then hooding your husband as he becomes one the next. 💚

181 new Spartan MDs 💚 After years of learning, growth and service, the College of Human Medicine Class of 2026 crossed the stage as physicians. Congratulations graduates!

We’re excited to announce @AmerMedicalAssn President Bobby Mukkamala, MD, as our 2026 commencement speaker! A head and neck surgeon known for his approachable care and strong community roots in Flint, he will speak to 177 graduating physicians as they begin their medical careers.

A 2020 study led by @chaz_hong helped shape current American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association cholesterol guidelines, pushing the field toward earlier screening and intervention. humanmedicine.msu.edu/news/2026-new-…

Most newborns receive a hearing test before leaving the hospital. Nicole Talge, PhD, is studying whether those tests could help signal early risk of autism spectrum disorder, with the goal of supporting earlier diagnosis and access to care.

Angel presented at the Isokinetic Conference, joining leaders in sports medicine as the only medical student presenter. “Standing at one of the world’s largest sports medicine conferences was a humbling experience... rigorous research and strong mentorship can open doors.”

For millions worldwide, endometriosis means chronic pain and disrupted daily life. MSU researchers are working toward a hormone-free treatment with a new $3.4M NIH grant, exploring whether existing FDA-approved drugs could be repurposed. humanmedicine.msu.edu/news/2026-msu-…

New research led by @MSUMD's Natoshia Cunningham shows that a six-session remote psychological therapy program can help young lupus patients better manage their symptoms. The study was funded by @ArthritisFdn and @carrainc.

New MSU + Henry Ford Health research uncovers how HPV-positive head and neck cancers evade the immune system, and how blocking a single protein may make tumors visible again. Published in @PNASNews, the findings point to a promising new therapeutic target. humanmedicine.msu.edu/news/2026-msu-…

To support students beyond the classroom, the college launched the CHM Sharing Shelves which provide free food and hygiene items for students, as many report worrying about food access. Help stock the shelves: EL: go.msu.edu/sharing-shelve… GR: go.msu.edu/sharing-shelve…

@MSUMD at #SIR26TOR!!

Three College of Human Medicine researchers ranked among the top 20 in the nation in their respective fields for NIH funding, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Congrats to Jean Kerver, Cris Meghea and Jennifer Johnson! 👏 More: humanmedicine.msu.edu/news/2026-blue…

Congrats to Beatrice Lucchesi, this year's Dr. David S. & Elaine O. Trump @MSUMD @MSU_Surgery Scholarship winner. She will begin her plastic surgery residency at the @CorewellHealth this July. We wish her all the best! Read at: go.msu.edu/lucchesi #surgerymatch #futuresurgeon

Congratulations to Andrea Wendling, MD, recipient of the Institutional Champion Award for Community Engagement Scholarship from @michiganstateu! Her leadership and commitment to rural communities continue to shape the future of health care across Michigan.

@MSUMD & ⁦@MSU_Medicine⁩ working w/ @FM_HVI & ⁦@CorewellHealth⁩ to raise awareness for gene mutation that puts Dutch descendants at risk for heart failure, sudden death | WGVU NEWS wgvunews.org/news/2026-03-2…

@MSUMD & ⁦@MSU_Medicine⁩ working w/ @FM_HVI ⁦@CorewellHealth⁩ to raise awareness for #PLN ccardiomyopathy in #GrandRapids wzzm13.com/article/news/l…

Match Day is just the beginning. 💚 97% of our Class of 2026 secured residency placements across 24 specialties in 24 states, with 58% continuing their training in Michigan. Wherever they go, #SpartansWill make a difference.

Spartan MDs share their Match Day results! 💚 #Match2026

There is nothing like the feeling of Match Day. Congratulations, Spartan MDs! 💚 #Match2026