Quamaine Bond, a medical student at the Medical College of Wisconsin, knows why he chose his professional field: To build meaningful relationships with patients and encouraging them to take control of their own health. “To be able to be a physician who can help treat people, but also incorporate patient preferences into treatment plans,” Bond said. “That’s kind of why I fell … [Read more...] about Improving healthcare from Milwaukee to Tanzania and beyond
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Medical College of Wisconsin names vice president and chief people officer
Adrienne Mitchell, MBA, has been named vice president and chief people officer at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), effective Jan. 1, 2021. In this role, Mitchell will oversee and direct strategy and operations of the Human Resources (HR) Department and the Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA) to oversee the development, well-being and advancement of faculty and staff. “The … [Read more...] about Medical College of Wisconsin names vice president and chief people officer
Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network partners with Milwaukee Film to tackle health issues in diverse communities
Acclaimed films, engaging community forums and nationally-renowned guest speakers will lead the inaugural Minority Health Film Festival, presented by Milwaukee Film and the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network, Sept. 12-15. The first of its kind in the country, this four-day event features eight unique health-related film selections, a free … [Read more...] about Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network partners with Milwaukee Film to tackle health issues in diverse communities
Milwaukee Urban League and the Medical College of Wisconsin hosts 100 Doctors event
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted medical professionals, physicians and health educators from the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) at a special reception at Milwaukee Medical College, 8701 W. Watertown Plank Rd. This event was part of the Milwaukee Urban League's celebration of its 100th anniversary. The event was co-hosted by (front … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and the Medical College of Wisconsin hosts 100 Doctors event
‘All of Us’ program looks to break through health disparities with ground breaking genetic research
Recognizing the historical racial and gender imbalance in many medical trials, President Barrack Obama proposed during his 2015 State of the Union Address and Congress subsequently approved $215 million in funding for the National Institute of Health to collect and analyze anonymous health and genetic medical information. The project has been described as the “moon shot” of … [Read more...] about ‘All of Us’ program looks to break through health disparities with ground breaking genetic research
Dr. Roland A. Pattilo, MD receives honorary degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin commencement
On Friday, May 25, 2018, the Medical College of Wisconsin hosted its 2018 commencement ceremony at the Miller High Life Theatre, 500 West Kilbourn Ave. Besides the usual bestowing of degrees on the graduating class of seniors, The Medical College often bestows a number of honorary degrees to members of the community. Among the nine honored this year was Dr. Roland A. Pattillo, … [Read more...] about Dr. Roland A. Pattilo, MD receives honorary degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin commencement
President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award recipients announced
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) selected four individuals who received the President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award at a special luncheon on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. Andrew Petroll, MD, associate professor of medicine and psychiatry; B. Ulysses Li, MD, professor of pediatrics (gastroenterology); Geneva Johnson; and Sebastian Ssempijja, Ph.D, CEO and clinic director of … [Read more...] about President’s Diversity and Inclusion Award recipients announced
Documentary film “Dark Girls” will be focus of MCW medical education presentation
Film focuses on skin tone bias and public perceptions of beauty The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Medical Humanities Program and the Ida M. Johnson Foundation will sponsor a special screening of the documentary film “Dark Girls,” as well as a panel discussion with the film’s director and producer, Sunday, September 30, at the Marcus Center for Performing Arts in … [Read more...] about Documentary film “Dark Girls” will be focus of MCW medical education presentation