White Coat Ceremony celebrates new SIU medical students
A White Coat Ceremony at SIU School of Medicine celebrated students beginning their pursuit of medical degrees to care for the people of Illinois and beyond.
Jeffrey Parrilla-Carrero: Understanding addiction, one switch at a time
Jeffrey Parrilla-Carrero , PhD knows the face of addiction. As a boy in Puerto Rico, he watched his father battle alcohol use disorder, cycling through attempts to quit that ended in disappointment
Seed funding, strong roots: Two SIU researchers explore early clues to chronic conditions
2025 Spring Research Seed Grants launch projects on rheumatoid arthritis and balance disorders. Two early-stage research projects at SIU School of Medicine are taking on complex, chronic diseases that
From disaster recovery to state fair emergencies, Dr. Tyler Fulks answers the call
As families flocked to the Illinois State Fair for deep-fried delicacies and dizzying rides, an essential team worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure their safety.
Local students explore cancer research in summer internship showcase
On a warm July evening, Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine welcomed a full house of families, mentors and supporters for its annual Summer Internship Presentation and Donor Appreciation
Senator Durbin, SIU Medicine leaders express concerns about federal budget cuts
Health care leaders and Senator Dick Durbin gathered at SIU School of Medicine on July 25 to strongly denounce sweeping federal budget cuts to Medicaid, student loan support and medical research—pillars that sustain both local patient care and the next generation of physicians.
Finishing strong: 2020-25 Strategic Plan Progress Report
A new progress report has been published to outline the accomplishments that reflect the resilience, innovation and unwavering commitment of our entire SIU Medicine community.
Burnside honored with ADEI Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Randy Burnside received the 2025 Dr. Wesley G. Robinson-McNeese ADEI Lifetime Achievement Award for his dedication to advancing antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion across SIU campuses.
SIU School of Medicine alumni living their learning
Alumna Rebecca L. Johnson, MD, ’78, has made remarkable strides in the field of pathology and medical leadership.