Department of Medicine in the News

New Developments

2026

Are You Ready? Boot Camp Prepares Physician Trainees for a Successful Transition to Practice
Department of Medicine faculty have developed thoughtful and thorough summer curricula, preparing medical school graduates for the transition into residency, and readying those who will move from residencies into sub-specialty fellowships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.
How a Veterans Affairs Study Can Help Guide Prostate Cancer Treatment
A nationwide Veterans Affairs (VA) study comparing two leading treatments for metastatic prostate cancer may help doctors choose the right drug for each patient.
What is driving America's heart disease crisis? Hypertension remains a big reason.
Dr. Alfonso Waller, a Rutgers Health expert, shares insights on the leading cause of death in the U.S. as well as advances in cardiovascular care.
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Expands Dual-Track Training Opportunities
Accelerated dual-certification programs in the Department of Medicine will prepare physicians to enter the health care workforce sooner.
Department of Medicine 2026 Housestaff Commencement
Innovation and Excellence in Medical Education Take Center Stage at Housestaff Commencement

Bridging Healthcare Gaps Through Community Engagement.
DOM's Ana Natale-Pereira, MD, MPH, FACP, notes that a key element of this work is that the learning is bidirectional and collaborative.
Dr. Waller Featured on Mornings with Ken Rosato.
Dr. Waller talks about preventive measures and technological advances in treating heart disease during ON-NJ interview.
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School expands dual-track training
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Expands Dual-Track Training Opportunities

State of Affairs with Steve Adubato - Interview with Dr. Klapholz
Dr. Klapholz discusses technological advancements in medicine and his role in training the next generation of physicians.