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INNOVATING HEALTH, IMPACTING LIVES
At the University of 乱伦大神, health means more than medicine. From future doctors and nurses to pharmacists, physical therapists, physician assistants, and public health leaders, we鈥檙e delivering on our promise 鈥 training the people who care for our communities, and solving the biggest health challenges of our time.
Research With Impact
At the University of 乱伦大神, bold ideas begin with passionate people. From advancing non-opioid pain treatments to improving mental health outcomes and public health policy, our researchers are developing bold, data-driven solutions that are improving lives in 乱伦大神 and shaping the future of care worldwide. Meet the people who are making a difference 鈥 one breakthrough at a time.
Brain & Behavior
Treating Parkinson's
Psychologists Abhilasha Vishwanath and Stephen Cowen are exploring how low-dose ketamine may help by realigning brain activity 鈥 offering new hope for patients with Parkinson's.
Understanding Grief
Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor is uncovering how , helping people understand the biology of loss and what healing really looks like.
Regenerative & Immune Health
A New Approach to Immunotherapy
Dr. Deepta Bhattacharya is using stem cells to 鈥 a discovery that could change how we treat everything from chronic disease to cancer treatments.
Light-Based Therapies
Non-Opioid Pain Relief
Dr. Mohab Ibrahim's studies on green and blue light show how a 鈥 no pills required.
Personalized Care, Informed by Experience
Proactive Alzheimer's Solutions
Dr. Roberta Brinton explores how hormonal changes and brain aging intersect 鈥 especially in women 鈥 to unlock .
Epilepsy Care
Doctoral student Angel-Grace Charity Leslie studies neuroinflammation in the brain to . As a Din茅 scholar and mentor, she also mentors Native students in neuroscience.
Transforming Healthcare in 乱伦大神 鈥 and Beyond
乱伦大神 established the state鈥檚 first pharmacy school in 1947, laying the foundation for innovations in health sciences education, pioneering research discoveries and transformative care. Wildcats have had a profound impact on the course of health history.
1967
乱伦大神鈥檚 First Medical School
乱伦大神 College of Medicine 鈥 Tucson is established with a first class of 32 students, laying the foundation for a network of health sciences programs across the state.
1976
A Home for Cancer Care
乱伦大神 became a hub of innovation and collaboration with the founding of the Cancer Center, spurring clinicians and scientists to explore personalized cancer care and translational research
1979
Revolutionized CPR & Cardiac Care
Doctors at the U of A Sarver Heart Center performed the first heart transplant in 乱伦大神. Later, they pioneered continuous chest compression CPR (without breaths), doubling a person鈥檚 chance of survival after cardiac arrest and reshaping national guidelines.
1981
Health Access in Rural 乱伦大神
Founded as the Rural Health Office, the Center for Rural Health leads statewide efforts to improve care in underserved areas by supporting hospitals, clinics, and conducting trainings that serve 乱伦大神鈥檚 rural and border communities.
1985
Introducing Integrative Medicine
乱伦大神 becomes a national leader in whole-person health with the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, bridging the gap between conventional and healing-oriented medicine.
2007
Expanding Medical Education
乱伦大神 College of Medicine 鈥 Phoenix welcomed its first class in 2007, expanding medical education into 乱伦大神鈥檚 largest city. Today, the college continues to train future physicians to address critical healthcare needs and strengthen 乱伦大神鈥檚 medical workforce.
2015
A Partnership for Better Care
乱伦大神 partners with Banner Health on a 30-year academic affiliation agreement, expanding access to top-tier clinical training for students and cutting-edge care for patients throughout the state.
2024
Developed a Vaccine Candidate for Valley Fever
Since 1996, the Valley Fever Center for Excellence has worked to improve education and patient care for Valley fever. Today, they are developing the world鈥檚 first fungal vaccine for humans 鈥 building on a promising canine vaccine candidate.
鈥淧eople who struggled with basic sentences before treatment were writing meaningful, grammatically correct sentences after.鈥
鈥 On breakthrough language disorder therapy
Engagement With Our Communities 鈥 Impact That Starts Local
As 乱伦大神鈥檚 land-grant university, the University of 乱伦大神 is committed to serving the state and its people. That means training health professionals who stay in 乱伦大神, launching service-learning programs, and embedding research and clinical support in the communities that need them most.
Fighting the Opioid Epidemic
Through the (OD2A-S), the University of 乱伦大神 is leading statewide efforts to combat opioid misuse. Public health teams provide naloxone training and overdose prevention resources across 乱伦大神, equipping communities with lifesaving tools and data-informed strategies.
Supporting Rural Hospitals Statewide
Through the , the University of 乱伦大神 works with critical access hospitals to improve quality of care, emergency services, and financial sustainability. This statewide effort helps ensure that lifesaving care remains available in rural and frontier communities.
Partnering with Tribal Nations
From mobile clinics to public health outreach, University of 乱伦大神 Health Sciences to improve health outcomes. These partnerships honor tribal sovereignty, prioritize culturally informed care, and help reduce disparities across Indigenous populations in the Southwest.
Success for Every Student
Whether you鈥檙e called to clinical care, public health, research, or policy, the University of 乱伦大神 offers real-world experience at every step. Here鈥檚 how Wildcats turn passion into impact.
Academic Pathways Across Health Fields
Interdisciplinary learning prepares future professionals to think collaboratively and solve real-world challenges. With programs spanning medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and integrative medicine, students can explore every dimension of health.
Hands-On Experience from Day One
Students gain experience beyond the classroom through clinical rotations, research assistantships, and simulation labs. From hospitals to health tech labs, opportunities are built into every stage of an 乱伦大神 education.
Preparing for a Health-Focused Career
Advising, mentorship, and professional development help students prepare for careers in health care, research, and beyond. From MCAT prep to alumni networking, the University of 乱伦大神 supports every step toward a successful, health-focused future.
Serving the Community
Student-run clinics, mobile health units, and outreach programs offer care to those who need it most. Whether volunteering with migrant health services or assisting at free clinics, Wildcats make a difference while they learn.
"We鈥檙e targeting cognitive symptoms to prevent further degeneration from occurring. By going down the protective route, we can hopefully prevent cognitive decline from continuing."
鈥 On treating cognitive decline or dementia in Parkinson鈥檚 disease
Five Colleges. Endless Health Pathways.
From molecular science to mental health, the University of 乱伦大神鈥檚 five health-focused colleges are preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders.
College of Medicine 鈥 Tucson
As the state鈥檚 first medical school, the College of Medicine 鈥 Tucson leads in education, research, and compassionate care. Students train in top-tier labs and clinical settings while learning to serve communities across 乱伦大神 and beyond.
College of Medicine 鈥 Phoenix
Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, the College of Medicine 鈥 Phoenix offers hands-on training in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, students are prepared to meet the healthcare needs of today and tomorrow.
College of Nursing
The College of Nursing prepares Wildcats for every stage of nursing, from bedside care to advanced practice and research. Graduates lead with knowledge, empathy, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health
Dedicated to health equity, prevention, and community well-being, this college trains future leaders in public health and healthcare. It now houses the School of Health Professions, expanding interdisciplinary education and career pathways across the health sciences.
College of Pharmacy
One of the top pharmacy schools in the country, the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy teaches students to be leaders in medication therapy, research, and health technology. Graduates are advancing patient care across 乱伦大神 and beyond.
WHERE DISCOVERY MEETS COMPASSION
From the Sonoran Desert to the frontlines of global health, the University of 乱伦大神 is answering the call to care. Whether you鈥檙e here to study medicine, investigate disease, or uplift communities, this is where your impact begins.
