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Stop Children's Cancer presents a renewed gift of $1 million to support cancer research and clinical trials in the UF College of Medicine division of hematology and oncology.

Words can’t do justice to the pain that is felt by families who experience losing a child. In the halls of UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, a new initiative is underway to help provide additional solace to families grappling with the grief that accompanies such circumstances. Through the…

Photo courtesy of UF Dance Marathon In just one of several displays of philanthropy throughout the year, the Miracle Network Dance Marathon teams at Florida State University and the University of Florida collectively raised an impressive $711,253.52 during their signature fall fundraising events. At UF, Dance Marathon held its…

Twenty-five faculty members from across five colleges were honored with recent appointments to an endowed professorship or chair during UF Health’s 10th annual Celebrating Distinction ceremony held last month. “This is a special moment to celebrate UF Health faculty members and the gift of philanthropy with the donors, families and…

In the early chapters of Ellie Zimmerman’s medical journey, one prevailing theme emerged: against all odds. Her narrative didn’t begin with her birth, however; it took root even before her entrance to the world. Jennifer Zimmerman, Ellie’s mother, found herself unexpectedly relying on the services of UF Health…

The Seminole Radio Control Club (SRCC) hosted their annual Fun-Fly event on Sept. 23, 2023, not only showcasing their passion for radio-controlled aircraft but also raising $1,600 for UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. The impactful fundraiser officially concluded in November when the SRCC presented UF Health staff with a check…

The Sameck family give back to the UF Health Congenital Heart Center to celebrate the memory of their infant daughter, Harley Jo.

Third-year medical student Joel Goeckeritz shared his perspective on the impact scholarships have made in his education and life during the University of Florida College of Medicine Alumni Weekend scholarship donor luncheon.

The spirit of hope shone brightly as Cancer Chomp 2023 celebrated the courage of patients, families and supporters in the battle against brain cancer.

The Islam family recently established the Joan Islam Rising Star Professorship in Neonatology at the University of Florida College of Medicine.