November 9, 2026
In the few years since the GLP-1 drug semaglutide was approved in the United States, a few other GLP-1s have also been approved for obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular health issues. Now a growing body of knowledge suggests a new group of adults may benefit from these medications: those with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
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November 6, 2026
Last term, Drexel University faculty members were recognized for their scholarly research and prolific academic and professional contributions. This update offers a snapshot of activity courtesy of the Office of the Provost.
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November 2, 2026
Kerstin Bettermann, MD, PhD, is clinical professor and academic chair of the Department of the Neurology at Drexel University College of Medicine. Her proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams, improving patient outcomes, and advancing institutional missions in clinical care, education, community outreach and research make her an ideal candidate to lead the Department of Neurology.
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October 29, 2026
On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, the College of Medicine hosted its annual Discovery Day at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Each year, this event gives attendees the opportunity to spend a full day learning about clinical, translational and biomedical sciences research from medical, doctoral, master's and MD/PhD students; residents; clinical fellows; and postdoctoral trainees.
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October 26, 2026
Meet Dr. Emmanuelle A.D. Schindler, MD/PhD ’12, keynote speaker for Discovery Day 2026, the College of Medicine’s annual day of research. Dr. Schindler is medical director of the Headache Center of Excellence at the Veterans Affairs Connecticut Healthcare System and an associate professor of neurology at Yale School of Medicine. She is a board-certified neurologist and headache medicine specialist.
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October 22, 2026
A recently published report, led by Erum Ilyas, MD, an academic chair and associate professor in Drexel University’s College of Medicine, suggests that these widely prescribed medications may have a link with rosacea-like skin redness.
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October 7, 2026
The Class of 2026 received their long white coats in a ceremony, and later that day, the group celebrated at a separate commencement ceremony.
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October 6, 2026
Pulse, the College of Medicine's newsletter, has launched a new website, making it easier than ever to read and share stories about our research, clinical care, community impact, education and achievements.
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September 17, 2026
TKelly Lozier, MS, PA(ASCP), and Krista Mingione, MS, PA(ASCP), both graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine Pathologists’ Assistant (PathA) program in 2017 and have since returned to the College to take on leadership roles in the program.
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September 17, 2026
Mark Trombetta, MD, has been named academic chair of radiologic sciences. He has served as interim academic chair since 2021. A professor of radiation oncology, he has been an active and valued contributor to the College through service on numerous committees, including those focused on MD program admissions, faculty appointments and faculty development.
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