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Why The UCF M.D. Program?
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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.
College News & Events
Dr. Laurence Ferber has been teaching UCF medical students and…
After 20 years of leading UCF’s College of Medicine and advancing the…
Three UCF medical students, who researched better ways to help…
Neuropathy – chronic pain, numbness and tingling in the hands…
Four UCF medical students were among just 13 nationally to…
In 2024, Rachel Chapman won a statewide innovation challenge alongside…
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Meet Dr. Dr. Laurence Ferber, surgeon at the HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and preceptor at the UCF College of Medicine, helping teach UCF medical students and surgical residents since he joined in 2020.
Dr. Ferber received the 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award for his contributions to the education of our third-year medical students and that year was also appointed the designated Surgical Site Director.
"Dr. Ferber is an excellent teacher who operates (both in and outside the OR) with kindness, humor, knowledgeable precision and patience when teaching." - UCF M.D. student.
Learn more about Dr. Ferber and hear what UCF medical students have to say about him at the link in our bio. 🔗
What does good sleep mean for your mind?
UCF research assistant Antonio Mele and Chair of Population Health Sciences Dr. Eric Scrimshaw will be hosting a virtual discussion about how sleep impacts our mental health on Friday, March 27 at noon EST.
Don`t miss these valuable insights from the Lake Nona Life Project data! Sign up at the link in our bio. 🔗
With less than a month left until Match Day for our future physician Knights, it`s the perfect time to learn what makes Match Day so special! ✨
Swipe to get all the information you need to experience Match Day alongside our M.D. Class of 2026 as they prepare to learn where they will conduct their residency training. 🩺
Healthy diets make healthy patients! 🥕
At an event in Washington DC, UCF College of Medicine faculty attended alongside 52 other medical schools to discuss how we are building the next generation of doctors who champion nutrition as a foundation for better health and stronger, thriving communities.
The UCF College of Medicine`s innovative curriculum trains future doctors who understand evidence-based nutrition to help educate and deliver better care and outcomes for patients.
UCF med students are sharing their research on an international stage 🌏📚⚕️
Three UCF medical students, who studied better ways to help children with cleft palates and other skull deformities, recently presented their innovative techniques and pioneering research at the International Society of Craniofacial Surgeons.
Hannah Brown, Leticia Lenkiu and Rose Meltzer elevated their FIRE projects and helped shape the future of craniofacial care with the guidance and mentorship of Dr. Raj Sawh-Martinez, chief of pediatric plastic surgery at @adventhealthCFL.
Learn more about their research at our 🔗 in bio.
After 20 years of leading UCF’s College of Medicine and advancing the university’s clinical efforts, Dr. Deborah German will conclude her tenure as founding dean of the UCF College of Medicine and vice president for health affairs.
Dr. German will remain in her roles while UCF conducts a national search for her successor. Following that transition, she will serve for one year as senior advisor for health affairs to the president and provost, supporting continuity during the next phase of growth.
When Dr. German arrived at UCF in 2006, the College of Medicine existed only as a bold idea that many questioned. Today, it is a nationally respected medical school and the academic anchor of Orlando’s Lake Nona Medical City.
“Because [Deb German] dared, the UCF College of Medicine is now an engine of talent, research and impact that is shaping healthcare for generations.” — Alexander N. Cartwright, UCF president
Learn more about the impact of Dr. German`s leadership at the UCF College of Medicine at the link in our bio. 🔗
We`re developing 🆕 ways to bring relief to patients with Type 1 diabetes.
Thanks to a recently awarded NIH grant, a Dr. Jim Nichols is investigating a new approach to treat diabetic neuropathy without relying on pain pills and anti-depressants.
His research team is focused on overlooked mechanisms in the body that may show how the inability to make insulin has “downstream” consequences in other areas, such as how the brain processes and registers sensation in the limbs.
Learn more about this new research and potential for impact at the 🔗
in our bio.
Four UCF medical students were among just 13 nationally to be selected for a program designed to train future leaders in otolaryngology, treating ear, nose and throat disease. 👂👃⚕️
@The Triological Society`s ELEVATE-ENT program included hands-on clinical skills training and an opportunity to connect with a mentor, who will stay with them as they progress through medical school and attend more events.
Learn more about each of tomorrow`s leaders at the link in our bio. 🔗
