![Basnet AWIMS award](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-12/SJW_6787.jpg?h=11bf92c6&itok=IEITqzRA)
Sangita Basnet receives AWIMS Honor
Mother, Mentor & Medical Leader Sangita Basnet, MD, is a physician, a fighter, and a champion for those in need, both here and abroad. As professor and chief of pediatric critical care at SIU School
![2019 Tech Expo](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-12/TechExpo2019-0141.jpg?h=b8aa45f6&itok=RNuu6V8C)
Scientific Research Showcased at Technology, Innovation Expo
Investors and researchers gathered at the Chicago Merchandise Mart on Oct. 10 for a look at how SIU technologies are making an impact on worldwide health and wellness. Presentations at the 2019 SIU
![A Cut Above](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-12/Jim%20Stephens%20pt%20story.jpg?h=6f8e8448&itok=kSodlqkM)
Advancements in Microsurgery over the years at SIU
A CUT ABOVE Learning From the Best in Microsurgery Imagine being a resident physician – doing your normal rounds in the emergency department – when you encounter a woman walking in with no pants and
![Students visit new PA program site in Carbondale](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-12/CarbondalePiersonDiemer4.jpg?h=b8aa45f6&itok=AZTR7BJW)
New home, new technology for family medicine and PA training
In August 2019, SIU Medicine unveiled a new state-of-the-art clinic and teaching facility at 300 W. Oak Street in Carbondale, Illinois. The 40,000-square-foot space is now home to SIU Center for
![Matt Mannion](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-06/M%20Mannion-web.jpg?h=10d202d3&itok=XrgWO1RB)
Aspects of a Learner | Matt Mannion
Preparing tomorrow’s physicians has been the central focus of SIU School of Medicine since its founding in 1970. Our progressive educational philosophy has helped to distinguish us from the other U.S
![Aspire leadership awards](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-05/Leadership-Trophies-Aspire.jpg?h=b9caf838&itok=txjpBawh)
SIU's Top 5 Major Achievements in Medical Education
Here’s a look at the Top 5 education innovations that have put SIU at the forefront of medical education worldwide. SIU School of Medicine has been innovative from day one, striving to find better
SIU Medicine Covid-19 Testing Locations in December
SIU Medicine will continue COVID-19 testing for the Springfield community in December. All SIU Medicine COVID-19 testing sites are closed December 23 – January 3 for the holidays. Testing resumes on
![](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/u811/romanelli-ron.png?itok=A6sZQ3Xy)
2021 SIU School of Medicine Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award - Ron Romanelli, MD
Congratulations SIU Medicine alumnus, Ron Romanelli, MD! Dr. Romanelli has been selected as the 2021 Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award recipient
![Barn](https://www.siumed.edu/sites/default/files/styles/landscape_1120/public/2021-07/iStock-911537294.jpg?h=21ec3f9d&itok=xZ16aLGa)
Partnering with rural and agricultural neighbors: SIU offers support through the FFRI
Nearly every industry in our community has felt the impact of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The farming and agriculture industry in Illinois is certainly no exception. According to the U.S