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Students that are accepted to the David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) and the PRIME-LA track will take classes at the DGSOM at UCLA and have all of the benefits of being on campus while receiving supplemental mission aligned programming. Look through the spotlights and current student projects to get a feel for the types of events you could put together and the different groups of people you would be interacting with.
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UCLA alumnus Fred Ramsdell wins 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine
UCLA alumnus Fred Ramsdell wins 2025 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine
The Aspiring Surgeon Taking a Stand for Latino Communities
UCLA medical student Jose Segura-Bermudez is becoming a doctor who provides compassionate, culturally competent care to Latino patients.
How physical activity may fight Parkinson’s disease symptoms
A UCLA study finds that physical activity may fight Parkinson’s disease symptoms
UCLA scientists develop off-the-shelf immunotherapy for metastatic kidney cancer
An off-the-shelf immunotherapy for metastatic kidney cancer uses specially engineered immune cells to attack cancer tumors.
Many patients with advanced cancer feel their treatment is not aligned with their personal care goals
A new UCLA study suggests communication could be essential to optimize quality of life in advanced cancer care.