In the Spotlight
Dr. Gregory Carfagnini named Program Director, Addiction Medicine
NOSM University is pleased to announce that Dr. Gregory Carfagnini has been appointed Program Director, Addiction Medicine, effective April 1, 2026. An enhanced skills medical residency program, Addiction Medicine is open to resident doctors who have completed a two-year family medicine residency. An Assistant Professor and alumnus, Dr. Carfagnini is a dedicated clinician and educator with extensive experience in substance use health, curriculum development, and postgraduate medical education. His clinical work focuses on caring for individuals with complex needs, and he is committed to evidence-based, compassionate, and equity-inform...
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Dr. Florence Morriello appointed Program Director, Internal Medicine
NOSM University is pleased to announce Dr. Florence Morriello as the incoming Program Director, Internal Medicine, effective May 1, 2026. Dr. Morriello brings extensive experience in clinical practice and academic leadership, with a strong focus on distributed medical education and training residents for Northern and rural practice. In her current role as Academic Coordinator, she has led key initiatives in competency-based education, point-of-care ultrasound, and faculty development. Her leadership roles have included Core of Discipline Lead and Co-Site Director. NOSM University extends our gratitude to Dr. Sandra Cameron, o...
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When Research Meets Patient Care: Two NOSM University Master of Medical Studies Learners Use Research to Drive Change
NOSM University Master of Medical Studies (MMS) learners Ethan Horner and Dr. Amal Osman come from different health-care backgrounds, but they enrolled in the MMS program for the same reason: to improve the patient care that they deliver. “This program ensures safe and up-to-date care for my patients by providing a solid foundation for critically appraising and conducting research,” says Dr. Osman. Horner, a lab technician, phlebotomist and aspiring future pulmonologist says, “NOSM University has helped prepare me to approach patient care with a strong evidence-based perspective. The MMS program has helped improve my research...
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