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After her sister's childhood cancer diagnosis, Courtney Thornton learned firsthand the importance of access to quality medical care.

Local doctors pass knowledge on to Las Vegas' next generation of physicians.

Hounded by stress? Studies show that on a ruff day, spending time with a dog has health benefits.

News highlights featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ faculty and students who made local and national headlines.

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ study pinpoints 10 bacterial groups associated with Alzheimer’s disease, provides new insights into the relationship between gut makeup and dementia.

A residency with the University of California, San Diego awaits Monica Celine Fortich after graduation — but, she'll always call Las Vegas home.

Jessica Fields, medical student and All-American collegiate athlete, knows 'that the discipline that came with athletics will help me as a physician.'

The associate professor in thoracic surgery says not only did her mother influence her career choice, but was also the person to drive home the importance of a good education.

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

Henderson native Kian Habashi's active lifestyle as an outdoor sports enthusiast made him a shoe-in for being cast in the series, set to broadcast in May.

Food Pantry, Nutrition Center cook up unique educational collaborations.

Marc J. Kahn, dean of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine shares the year's highlights in annual address.