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The Medical Communications and Media Relations experts at UHealth – University of Miami Health System and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are committed to sharing timely, impactful updates and supporting media coverage while ensuring a respectful environment for our patients, their families, faculty, staff and students.

In this virtual newsroom, you’ll find a directory of media relations experts and their areas of focus, as well as news highlights, policies, digital assets, and essential tools designed for media professionals.

MEDIA ADVISORY

UHealth’s Commitment to Exceptional Patient Care Fuels Historic Rise in U.S. News Rankings

August 4, 2026

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Research and Innovation

Researchers Launch $26 Million Study to Predict ALS and FTD Before Symptoms Begin

Sep. 22 2026
Photorealistic scientific visualization of two cells suspended in a deep blue-green cellular environment, connected by a narrow membrane bridge that allows small vesicle-like structures to travel between them. A single membrane protein within the connection is subtly highlighted with warm amber-orange light, drawing attention to a potential pathway of intercellular communication. Complex cellular structures emerge from shadowed surroundings, creating a detailed yet restrained depiction of biological processes and the largely unexplored molecular landscape known as the dark proteome.
Research and Innovation

Found in the Dark: How AI Helped Reveal a Hidden Cellular Communication Network

Sep. 09 2026

Scientific illustration showing alcohol exposure as a central biological risk factor, with amber liquid flowing into interconnected cellular, molecular, DNA, and data pathways associated with multiple cancer types. The pathways transition toward green and orange light representing prevention, research, and risk reduction.
Research and Innovation

U.S. Cancer Deaths Linked to Alcohol Have Doubled Since 1990, Study Finds

Sep. 02 2026
A medical illustration depicts the visual processing pathway between a child's eye and brain. A healthy eye in profile appears sharply detailed while glowing orange and green neural pathways extend into a semi-transparent brain. Some neural connections appear organized and continuous, while others are fragmented, visually representing the disrupted processing associated with cerebral visual impairment. Subtle MRI-inspired anatomical structures and advanced imaging textures are layered within the brain. The composition transitions from areas of complexity to greater clarity against a bright white background, emphasizing the role of the brain in vision and the promise of improved diagnosis and understanding of pediatric visual disorders.
Research and Innovation

Seeing Beyond the Eyes: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Researchers Advance Understanding of Cerebral Visual Impairment

Aug. 31 2026
Editorial illustration depicting alcohol-related cancer warning message research. A researcher-style workspace displays multiple printed and digital warning-message concepts about alcohol and cancer, ranging from text-only warnings to more visually complex public health communications. Subtle translucent overlays showing blurred evaluation metrics, audience-response indicators, and AI-inspired design elements float above the materials. Selected warning designs are illuminated to suggest comparison and assessment of effectiveness. Warm lighting, shallow depth of field, and understated orange and green accents create a sophisticated academic editorial atmosphere focused on public health communication research and evidence-based message evaluation.
Research and Innovation

Can AI Improve Public Awareness of Alcohol-Related Cancer Risks?

Aug. 27 2026
A colorful arrangement of nutrient-rich foods including salmon, whole grains, leafy greens, broccoli, bell peppers, berries, grapes, citrus fruit, avocado, nuts, and legumes displayed on a contemporary surface. A soft golden pathway of light weaves through the foods, symbolizing nourishment supporting healing and recovery. The background features a blurred, modern healthcare-inspired setting with teal and blue tones and warm ambient lighting.
Clinical Care

How UHealth Is Reimagining Food and Nutrition as Part of Healing

Aug. 26 2026

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Joanna Palmer

Executive Director, Medical Communications and Media Relations

Beats: Urology (Desai Sethi Urology Institute), orthopedics/sports medicine, ENT, cardiac surgery, dermatology, diabetes, gastroenterology, pediatrics, psychiatry, research and business of UHealth.

[email protected]

786-270-9909

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Kai Hill

Director, Medical Communications and Media Relations

Beats: Ophthalmology (Bascom Palmer Eye Institute), cardiology, neurology, neurosurgery, infectious diseases, genetics, geriatrics, public health, pulmonology, research, thoracic surgery and vascular surgery

[email protected]

305-243-3249

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Laura Castro

Director, Marketing and Communications

Beats: Miller School of Medicine, Dean’s office, graduate school, medical education and research

[email protected]

941-780-2415

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Katie Camero

Medical Communications and Media Relations Strategist

Beats: Cancer (Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center)

[email protected]

305-213-4642

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Scott Roy

Communications Director

Beats: The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis and spinal cord injury research

[email protected]

305-243-8939

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