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Detail page for Bay Area Physician Receives CMA's Compassionate Service AwardBay Area Physician Receives CMA's Compassionate Service Award
A dedicated mentor and educator, Dr. Bindlish serves as adjunct faculty at Touro University California and has earned the Peter G. Lindner Award for Outstanding Contribution to Obesity Medicine Education.
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In episode 2 of Amplifying Technicians, host Taylor Watterson, PharmD, PhD, assistant professor at the University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy, welcomes Shane Desselle, RPh, PhD, FAPhA, associate dean for Research & Professional Affairs, and the chair of Pharmacy Practice and Social Pharmacy, at Touro University California.
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Breakthrough T1D's early detection pilot clinic program is designed to increase access to T1D screening in medically underserved communities across the country and inform broader clinical implementation of T1D screening in the future. The grant will support T1D early detection through screening in partnership with Touro University California's Mobile Diabetes Education Center (MOBEC).
Detail page for Touro showing off renovated Truett Hall on Aug. 28Touro showing off renovated Truett Hall on Aug. 28
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for the renovated 33,000-square-foot Truett Hall at Touro University California on Aug. 28.
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Psychiatric pharmacists must juggle the doses of these medications—which are prescribed for bipolar disorder, mania and hypomania, and recurrent, severe depression—so that they are effective in aiding mental health, while not causing or worsening liver and/or kidney disease, said Shadi Doroudgar, PharmD, a professor in the Clinical and Social Pharmaceutical Sciences Department at Touro University California College of Pharmacy, in Vallejo, and the lead clinical psychiatric pharmacist at the Pathways to Wellness medical group, in Oakland.
Detail page for Tickets on sale for Touro's annual Mosaic GalaTickets on sale for Touro's annual Mosaic Gala
"This signature fundraising event supports the Mosaic Scholarship Program, which empowers students from various backgrounds to pursue careers in healthcare and education. Event attendees will be saying 'oui' as they are transported to a French-themed evening of delicious food and wine pairings, music, plus a live and silent auction featuring luxury experiences and fun local getaway adventures," organizers said in a statement.
Detail page for Staying safe in the sun: Osteopathic tips for pediatric summer healthStaying safe in the sun: Osteopathic tips for pediatric summer health
As an osteopathic physician, I approach pediatric care through a holistic, well-rounded lens – one that emphasizes prevention, balance and the interconnectedness of the body, mind and environment.
Detail page for Touro University California Students Awarded Fellowship for 2025Touro University California Students Awarded Fellowship for 2025
A trio of outstanding students from Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUCOM) have been awarded the 2025–2026 San Francisco Bay Area Albert Schweitzer Fellowship.
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Hosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, welcome Jay Shubrook, DO, and Conan Tu, MD, to explore the mission and momentum of the American College of Diabetology.
Detail page for Healing Hands: A Legacy of Care from TaiwanHealing Hands: A Legacy of Care from Taiwan
As an osteopathic physician, after the red flags are ruled out—I could focus on how to give the patient immediate relief. I assess for areas of pain and restriction based on foundational principles of the osteopathic tenets—structure and function.