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Pegasus Partner Orlando Health Boosts UCF Clinic With New Name and Major Support

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute Athletic Training Clinic brings one of the state’s most respected orthopedic and sports medicine practices to the UCF Recreation and Wellness Center.

UCF Student Explores Bridges Between Health in Space and Health on Earth

Luis Jimenez-Chavez ’22 is part of multiple research teams making progress for space travel, biomedical science, cancer research — and for his family’s sacrifices.

UCF Appoints Sharon Tucker as Next Dean of the College of Nursing

Tucker, who currently serves as department chair, brings to the role 22 years of leadership experience and a passion for empowering nurses.

Everything to Know About Cataracts

Cataracts affect more than 65 million people worldwide and are a leading cause of vision loss and blindness.

UCF Introduces New Bachelor’s Degree in Health Informatics

The program, which is the first of its kind in the State University System, will prepare students to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery through the use of data-driven solutions.

UCF-HCA Florida Healthcare Residents Lead Research, Projects to Enhance Patient Care

Physicians, pharmacists and health professionals from across Central Florida discussed ways to enhancing the safety, effectiveness and patient experience of healthcare services.

Embarking on a New Journey

Tina Chiarelli has never been one to follow conventional thinking, and now she’s gone where no person has ever before to study the human-elephant conflict.

UCF’s College of Medicine Celebrates Commencement 2025

This year, 119 Knights have earned medical degrees before going on to complete competitive residencies across Florida and the nation.

Building Momentum: Theriot to Serve as Dean of the College of Health Professions and Sciences

Grounded in authenticity, Matthew Theriot’s leadership prioritizes collaboration and innovation to prepare future healthcare professionals for team-based care.

UCF RESTORES Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Resiliency Command Center to Support Florida’s First Responders

Built with purpose, the command center is backed by state and corporate partners, and is ready to serve those who lay their lives on the line for Florida’s communities.

UCF in the News

Companies Invest Millions in Florida Higher Education to Shape Future Talent Pipeline

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From Supercomputers to Surgical Tools: Florida’s Colleges Embrace AI to Meet Demand

Orlando Business Journal

Epic Universe Is Giving Advisors Something to Celebrate — and Sell.

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UCF to Rename Football Stadium: Here’s What to Know

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