Drexel University College of Medicine

Philadelphia, PA (April 9, 2012) – The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) recently awarded Drexel University College of Medicine's Family Medicine Residency Program a one-year grant to help combat childhood obesity. It's one of just nine national grants awarded to programs across the country.

Philadelphia, PA (March 28, 2012) – Jordan J. Cohen, M.D., president emeritus of the Association of American Medical Colleges, will deliver the keynote address during the commencement ceremony for Drexel University College of Medicine on Friday, May 18 at 9 a.m. at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (Verizon Hall), 260 South Broad Street. He will receive an honorary doctorate from Drexel University.

Philadelphia, PA (March 26, 2012) – Bobby Kelly, a fourth-year medical student at Drexel University College of Medicine was recently awarded the 2012 LGBT Health Achievement Award, presented annually by the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) and the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA). The organizations chose Kelly for his efforts to provide opportunities for students, residents, faculty and staff to learn more about LGBT health.

Match Day – the day when students learn where they will begin their residency programs – is one of the most exciting days in a young doctor's education. This year's event was no different and offered many cheers, and a few tears, as the fourth-year students learned where their careers will take them next.

Prevention
Unlike some cancers, colorectal cancer is highly preventable. To lower your risk of colorectal cancer, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons recommends that you: