Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month spotlight: Linh Nguyen, DO
May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, an annual celebration honoring the rich historical and cultural legacies of individuals and…
Kristian Thomas
Communications Coordinator
Kristian Thomas is a communications coordinator in the Communications and Marketing department at UF Health Jacksonville. She is a writer for the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville and manages the college’s social media platforms.
Stories by Kristian
Delivering high-quality gynecological care in residency
Dr. Claudia Lara recounts her journey through residency and looks toward her future as a generalist.
Honoring exceptional resident educators
Thirteen University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville residents were named recipients of the UF Society of Teaching Scholars Outstanding Resident…
UF COMJ to welcome 96 new residents in July
On March 15, 2024, medical students across the country discovered where they would spend their residency.
Representation Matters: The Importance of Minority Visibility in Health Care
Two UF Health Jacksonville doctors share their unique experience working together as brother and sister and the impact culture has on health care.
Absolute altitude
UF Health Jacksonville gave Harvey his life back after a terrifying, life-threatening accident.
African American History Month Spotlight: Chardae' Whitner, PharmD
In February, we pause to celebrate African American History month. This is a time to recognize the significant contributions of African Americans in our…
Fighting blindness with research and exceptional ophthalmology care
UF COMJ faculty work to create positive outcomes for those with visual impairment and blindness.
Jacksonville’s plan for advancing patient care awarded special UF funding
A vision for enhanced patient care in Jacksonville is now a reality, thanks to an award of nearly $1.1 million to the UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville for…
Providing comprehensive neuroendovascular care
Building a destination anesthesiology department
James Cain, MD, MBA, FASA, FAAP, is more than a physician. He is a husband, father of three, anesthesiologist, intensivist, mentor, educator, researcher and a…
The future of endocrinology at UF COMJ
“I am convinced that endocrinology is in everything. It is present in all fields of medicine as it is all about achieving balance — homeostasis.” This is the…