MSU Department of Family Medicine

06/17/2026

Research plays a vital role in shaping the future of family medicine, Tune in to this week’s FM Minute to hear Dr. Julie Phillips share updates on our department's latest research.

06/12/2026

Dr. Madeline McNamara discussed her decision to join the Department of Family Medicine's TIP program with Dr. Harland Holman. The program offers interested fourth-year medical students early, hands-on access to the residency experience. Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

06/10/2026

Dr. Harland Holman learned some tips on dealing with the Residency Match from Dr. Megan Sweeny. Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

06/05/2026

Dr. Harland Holman sat down with Dr. Natalie Delemeester to chat about what inspired her to choose family medicine. Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Sparrow/MSU Family Medicine Residency

06/03/2026

Michigan State University expert Omayma Alshaarawy studies cannabis use and cardiometabolic health and has more than 50 published papers on related topics. Here, the associate professor in the MSU College of Human Medicine Department of Family Medicine shares her perspective on the importance of expanding cannabis research to reflect the products Michigan residents use.

MSU researcher Omayma Alshaarawy explains how federal cannabis laws limit research on products widely used in Michigan and affect public health studies.

06/02/2026

In today's Family Medicine Minute, Dr. Harland Holman talks to Dr. Meagan Sweeny, recent Michigan State University College of Human Medicine graduate and current resident at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals, about why she chose family medicine as a specialty.

05/29/2026

Dr. Harland Holman talked with Dr. Madiline McNarama, a recent Michigan State University College of Human Medicine graduate going into the Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program, about what drew her to Family Medicine in today's Family Medicine Minute.

05/26/2026

"Lupus can look really different for different people. So not everyone experiences the same symptoms," Dr. Natoshia Cunningham said.

May is Lupus Awareness Month and for many people living with Lupus, the hardest battle is not just the disease itself, but getting doctors and even loved ones to believe something is wrong.

05/22/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Brandon Karmo on receiving the 2025 FM Southeast Michigan Community Preceptor Award!

Dr. Karmo was nominated by several students "for his outstanding dedication to both learners and patients. He consistently goes above and beyond, taking the time to teach while fostering creative thinking, clinical growth, and passion. His positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm are evident in his approach to teaching and his practice."

05/21/2026

Proud to see our department faculty, affiliated residency programs, and students showing up strong today at the 48th Annual Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Conference. From groundbreaking research to inspiring collaborations, our team is leading the way in family medicine.