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Our faculty includes clinicians, medical educators and researchers. We are committed to using the best practices and latest innovations to prepare tomorrow’s healthcare leaders.
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World-Class Research
UCF College of Medicine faculty are at the forefront of aerospace medicine, cancer research, and improving public health.
Medicine In Space
Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta is an internationally recognized space medicine expert who leads our research on the health impacts of space travel with an emphasis on addressing these issues as more people go into space.
Killing Cancer Cells
Dr. Alicja Copik is developing technologies that “beef up” the body’s Natural Killer cells. Dr. Copik uses nanoparticles and genetic engineering to make the body’s first line of defense into better-armed cancer killers.
Fighting Malaria
Dr. Debopam Chakrabarti focuses his research on malaria, the world’s deadliest mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Chakrabarti is investigating using cancer drugs and identifying natural product-derived antimalarials to find new ways to treat malaria.
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After four years of hard work, late nights and dedication, our #classof2025 are now doctors.
Whether they travel far or stay close to Medical City, they will always share the bond of being Physician Knights. 🩺
After four years of hard work, late nights and dedication, our #classof2025 are now doctors.
Whether they travel far or stay close to Medical City, they will always share the bond of being Physician Knights. 🩺
Vasiliki Beleri wiped tears from her eyes moments after graduating as a UCF Physician Knight. When her grandmother was asked how it felt to have her granddaughter be a doctor, she looked to the heavens, covered her heart with her hands, and said, “I feel full.”
Nearby stood her father, who had once lost three fingertips while working at the family’s Central Florida restaurant. Beleri was 10 when the accident happened – she sterilized and rebandaged his wounds every night when he returned home from work. “I was so excited to play doctor,” she said. “Even as a child I knew medicine was my calling.”
Beleri was one of 119 UCF College of Medicine graduates who earned their M.D. degrees on Friday.
Congratulations Class of 2025!
Vasiliki Beleri wiped tears from her eyes moments after graduating as a UCF Physician Knight. When her grandmother was asked how it felt to have her granddaughter be a doctor, she looked to the heavens, covered her heart with her hands, and said, “I feel full.”
Nearby stood her father, who had once lost three fingertips while working at the family’s Central Florida restaurant. Beleri was 10 when the accident happened – she sterilized and rebandaged his wounds every night when he returned home from work. “I was so excited to play doctor,” she said. “Even as a child I knew medicine was my calling.”
Beleri was one of 119 UCF College of Medicine graduates who earned their M.D. degrees on Friday.
Congratulations Class of 2025!
For today only, our #Classof2025 swapped their white coats for caps and gowns to celebrate Graduation Day! 🎉
Swipe to see how far our M.D. students have come over the past four years.
And we know this is only the beginning. Congratulations Class of 2025!
For today only, our #Classof2025 swapped their white coats for caps and gowns to celebrate Graduation Day! 🎉
Swipe to see how far our M.D. students have come over the past four years.
And we know this is only the beginning. Congratulations Class of 2025!
“Progress in this field isn’t measured only in outcomes or awards, but in the small, quiet moments where you show up with your whole heart.” ❤️
“Progress in this field isn’t measured only in outcomes or awards, but in the small, quiet moments where you show up with your whole heart.” ❤️
It’s all smiles as our Class of 2025 Physician Knights arrive for graduation! 🎓
The stage is set for our UCF med students to become Physician Knights tomorrow! 🎓✨
Watch the event live tomorrow starting at 10:00 AM on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
The stage is set for our UCF med students to become Physician Knights tomorrow! 🎓✨
Watch the event live tomorrow starting at 10:00 AM on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Even Knightro needs a check up from our UCF Health docs every once in a while. ⚔️🩺
Meet Dr. Alan R. Thurman - General Surgeon at the Orlando VA Medical Center, Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UCF College of Medicine and preceptor, helping mentor and educate medical students.
Preceptors are community physicians who help provide clinical training to our UCF medical students.
Here is what the UCF medical students say about Dr. Thurman:
"Dr. Thurman is excellent at conducting thoughtful academic discussions. He was always engaged and enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge and experience."
"Dr. Thurman is one of the most exceptional attendings I have had the opportunity to work with. It’s hard to adequately convey my appreciation for his kindness and his dedication to providing opportunities for me to grow as a student and future physician."
"Dr. Thurman is an incredible surgeon and very kind man. He made me feel welcome from the very first day and was constantly available to answer questions."
Meet Dr. Alan R. Thurman - General Surgeon at the Orlando VA Medical Center, Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UCF College of Medicine and preceptor, helping mentor and educate medical students.
Preceptors are community physicians who help provide clinical training to our UCF medical students.
Here is what the UCF medical students say about Dr. Thurman:
"Dr. Thurman is excellent at conducting thoughtful academic discussions. He was always engaged and enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge and experience."
"Dr. Thurman is one of the most exceptional attendings I have had the opportunity to work with. It’s hard to adequately convey my appreciation for his kindness and his dedication to providing opportunities for me to grow as a student and future physician."
"Dr. Thurman is an incredible surgeon and very kind man. He made me feel welcome from the very first day and was constantly available to answer questions."