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School of Medicine Commencement Celebrates New Medical Doctors and PhD Biomedical Scientists

Students from the School of Medicine were conferred with graduate degrees launching careers in medicine and biomedical sciences during the May 17 event in front of historic Healy Hall.

May 18, 2026

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Inaugural Vicini Dissertation Award Winner Michel Fallah Seeks to Answer the ‘Why’s of Brain Disease

Michel Fallah (G’25, M’27) credits recently retired professor Stefano Vicini with helping her to find a focus in biomedical research: Using electrophysiology, the measurement of neurons’ electrical activity, to try to unravel the mysteries underlying neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease.

May 16, 2026

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MAGIS Society Ceremony Honors Faculty Excellence in Teaching and Mentorship

Georgetown University School of Medicine inducted three faculty members into the MAGIS Society of Master Teachers during its annual commencement week ceremony, recognizing excellence in teaching, mentorship and service.

May 15, 2026

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Commencement

View dates, times and other important information for the School of Medicine Commencement exercises.

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Medical Education Events

Throughout the academic year, the Medical Education Office of Student Affairs and medical student groups and organizations plan numerous events, including the White Coat Ceremony and Match Day.

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School of Medicine Events

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Zoom, Part IV: Recording Lecture/Presentation VideosJun. 8

  • 11:00 am
  • Dahlgren Memorial Library Online (Zoom) Workshop

Intensive Bioethics Course (IBC) 47: Caring in Times of CrisisJun. 9

  • 12:00 am
  • Healey Family Student Center

Recording and Sharing Lecture Videos Using PanoptoJun. 9

  • 11:00 am
  • Dahlgren Memorial Library Online (Zoom) Workshop