From the Dean
As the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine continues to carve its place in medical education, research and clinical care, a powerful narrative emerges—one of transformation, collaboration and a bold vision for the future. This year, our college magazine embraces a theme that captures FIU’s evolution: laying the foundational pieces for a comprehensive continuum of care, from infancy to geriatrics, that serves South Florida and beyond.
This is not just a story of institutional growth but a testament to FIU’s commitment to addressing the diverse health needs of our community through strategic partnerships, innovative research and a steadfast dedication to training the next generation of physicians.
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Delivering ConnectionsFIU's alumni network empowers a Miami OB/GYN
Flexible CarePA alumnus balances meaningful medical career with freedom of not being on call
From Study Session to ER ConsultsA friendship forged in med school thrives at Baptist Health
Rooted In ExcellenceHippocratic Award: A new tradition based on an ancient practice
Skin DeepAlumnus brings passion, precision to dermatology
Scientific TrifectaThree NIH Awards Fuel Translational Lung Research
Unlocking ReliefResearchers Work to Decode Chronic Pain’s Complex Puzzle
Promising New Drug CandidateFIU Medicine researcher Kyung Bo Kim is in a new frontier of Alzheimer’s research
Disease-Fighting DiscoveryResearchers target devastating diseases with breakthrough compound
Molecules Video
Philanthropy
The León Legacy
For decades, the León family has shaped the health care and philanthropy landscapes in South Florida
Grounded in Gratitude
Stauber family gift reduces financial, emotional barriers for medical students
A Foundational Gift
Carlos Duart and Tina Vidal-Duart donate $1M to Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
It's a Match!
The Class of 2025 achieved a 100% residency placement rate on Match Day.
Narrative Medicine
The Moments That Go Unnoticed
Melanie Molina, M.D. '25
Healing's First Breath
Emilio Blair, MS4
Fall 2025
The 2025 edition of FIU Medicine Magazine highlights how care across generations is shaping a new era at FIU Medicine. Learn how growing alliances with Baptist Health, Nicklaus Children’s Health System, and Leon Medical Centers are strengthening care from pediatrics to older adulthood, supporting young adults in transition, and advancing geriatric research and training—while helping attract and retain top physicians for South Florida.