Summer 2017

Florida Physician is produced by UF Health Communications for alumni, faculty and friends of the UF College of Medicine.

Cover stories

UNDERSTANDING THE AGING BRAIN
UF researchers look to slow oravert age-related cognitive decline
Savoring the Little Things
Michelle Wilder regains her vision — and her zest for life
Hearts & minds
Gator alum and pediatric neurosurgeon Krystal Tomei shows brain surgery requires skill and compassion
Brush Strokes & Needle Pokes
Drew Sarka, MD ’96, balances left and right brain by practicing family medicine by day and painting by night
Passing on a love for caring
Jean Bennett’s commitment to medicine and her patients translates to support for next generation

A BRIDGE TO TRANSLATION
Todd Golde leads teams in the hunt for better treatments for brain disorders.

Combining research and patient care into one satisfying career path
Doug Bennion pursues MD-PhD at UF College of Medicine
Getting a head start
UF summit brings together leaders in early childhood development
Terrace connecting hospital towers honors Drs. Martin and Sandy Fackler
The third-floor terrace will open in 2018
Hunt for a cure
Facial pain group funds UF's hunt for cure for trigeminal neuralgia, related neuropathic pain

Alum honored for outstanding, unique teaching
Karl Patrick Ober, MD ’74, receives AAMC 2016 Alpha Omega Alpha Robert J. Glaser Distinguished Teacher Award
News notes — Spring 2017
Celebrating the achievements of UF College of Medicine alumni
In memoriam — Spring 2017
The UF College of Medicine community extends its deepest sympathies to loved ones of recently deceased alumni

Gator Country | South Carolina
Spotlighting UF College of Medicine alumni in South Carolina