University of Maryland School of Medicine

Breakthrough for glioblastoma patients: @ummc clinical trial led by Dr. Graeme Woodworth used focused ultrasound to temporarily open the blood‑brain barrier — improving chemo delivery. Courageous patients like Becca are changing what’s possible! 👏🧠 🔗 cbsn.ws/4qmTimL

🎉 #MatchDay2026! A 98% match rate, placements across 23 states, and unforgettable moments as the Class of 2026 learned where they’ll train as residents. So proud of these future physicians—compassion, excellence, and humanity on display. 🩺🎓 🔗bit.ly/4e8U0S9

Latin Americans are represented in <4% of genetic studies worldwide. New research from @GenomeScience helps close that gap—showing how history lives in our DNA and why representation matters for medicine. 🧬 bit.ly/3NMvJqx #Research #Peru #LatinAmerica #Health

Dean Gladwin addressed an audience of senior executives and distinguished guests at the Maryland Club in Baltimore recently, sharing insights on emerging innovations and the bold ideas shaping the future of medicine. #DeanGladwinOnTheMove #FutureOfMedicine #Maryland #Baltimore

A hip fracture doesn’t just break a bone — it can disrupt independence. At @UMMedSchool, researchers are redefining recovery by connecting medical care with real-world support like transportation, home safety, and community care. #BreakthroughsCantWaitUMB

🎗️🌟 @UMGCCC has received a $3M @theNCI Career Development Award! This award will launch a program focused on health equity & community‑engaged cancer care for early‑career oncology researchers. 👏 🔗bit.ly/48k8xXr #CancerResearch #NCI

🧠 BREAKTHROUGH: UMSOM researchers created NeMO Analytics, a massive multi‑omic database combining data from 188 studies — revealing new insights into how the neocortex develops across species. 📰 bit.ly/4uPvLP3 #Neuroscience #BICAN #BrainResearch

Save your spot to meet AHA Journal Editors at #ACC26! Learn about what's coming up in @CircAHA from EIC-Elect Dr. Bradley Maron and members of the editorial team. 🗓️Saturday, March 28 🕔6-8pm CT 🎯 Hilton Riverside, Compass Room RSVP today: ahajrnls.org/3NYdbn7

Celebrating the next chapter for our remarkable medical students. A look back at the joy, the hugs, the cheers, and the matches that made this day unforgettable. 📸❤️ #MatchDay2026 #UMSOM

🎙️ Introducing MELA Moments — UMSOM's Med-Ed podcast for clinicians to sharpen teaching skills. 🎧 Tune in: bit.ly/4bITMyx #Podcast #MedEd #UMSOM

🚀 UMSOM has launched the AHEAD Program to support early‑career physician‑scientists. In partnership with @MorganStateU, AHEAD provides research funding, mentorship, and community‑engaged training to shape the next generation of medical innovators. 🔗 bit.ly/4soQSG5

Match Day magic ✨ Smiles, surprises, and the start of something incredible. Congrats to all who matched! 👏🩺 #MatchDay2026 #MedSchool #FutureDoctors #Maryland

UMSOM has been selected for the @theNAMedicine Change Maker Accelerators program, joining 25 orgs working to advance clinician well‑being nationwide. bit.ly/3NBwulX

Rates of colorectal cancer are rising in young people. Hear more from Dr. Ekta Gupta, Chief of Gastroenterology at UMMC's Midtown Campus and Associate Professor of Medicine @UMmedschool, in @wbaltv11's story about risk factors and symptoms to look out for. wbaltv.com/article/colore…

Can you trust at-home gut microbiome tests? The evidence says your results are inconsistent according to a new study published in Communications Biology authored by @UMDLaw and @UMMedSchool faculty. "Talk to a physician before making any changes to your diet, your supplements or your medical care based on these results. The evidence just isn't there yet." ow.ly/79HF50YsjAo

A medical milestone: a patient in China connected to a genetically modified pig liver, advancing transplants. Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin, a leader in pig‑to‑human transplant research, calls it a major step forward. 🔗Learn more in @Nature: shorturl.at/NfCiA

Sleep is one of the most powerful tools for protecting your health. 💤 This #WorldSleepDay, try a few simple habits to improve your sleep and your body—and brain—will thank you! #SleepHealth #HealthyHabits #WorldSleepDay

We’re excited to share that Mini-Med School returns this spring! 🩺👏 Join us April 23, 4:30 PM at TouchPoint Baltimore. Session Topics: 🍎Food as Medicine 🫀High Blood Pressure 🌟Register & learn more: bit.ly/4d3y5LC #Baltimore #Events #Health

Want practical, everyday ways to protect your heart? ❤️ From smart daily habits to the power of early screenings and team‑based care, Dr. Gyftopoulos shares simple steps you can take right now to lower your risk of heart disease. Watch and learn more! 👇

Proud Dean moment! 🥹❤️ Dean Gladwin captures the Class of 2028 taking their oath at the Student Clinician Ceremony. These future physicians begin a new chapter of learning, service, and care. We can't wait to see their impact! 🌟🩺 #DeanGladwinOnTheMove

🌍 Big news: Dr. Andreea Creanga has been reappointed to the #WHO global advisory group on maternal mortality. She joins 14 international experts helping countries strengthen data, improve reporting systems, and prevent maternal deaths worldwide. 🔗 shorturl.at/qgYQ5