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Podcast and Blog

The Department of Mental Health Services is incredibly excited to share our monthly podcast with all IU School of Medicine trainees, faculty, and staff! Our podcast is entitled Well Beings: Strategies for Surviving and Thriving at the School of Medicine and Beyond, and we release one new episode each month. Episodes take short, in-depth dives into all aspects of caring for yourself.


Recent Blog Posts

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Spring 2026 All School Meeting: Dean Hess looks back on progress made in education, research, patient care

Dean Jay L. Hess addressed the IU School of Medicine community a final time during the Spring All School Meeting on April 16, giving a retrospective update on the school’s notable progress during his tenure, beginning in 2013. He will retire in July.

April 17, 2026

Lauren Magee, PhD

IU researcher announced as William T. Grant Scholar for Nonfatal Shooting Advocacy Program

Lauren Magee, co-creator of the Indianapolis Nonfatal Shooting Advocacy Program, has been named a William T. Grant Scholar and is set to receive $425,000 to develop her research in the nonfatal shooting advocacy program. 

April 16, 2026

Portrait of Dr. Patricia Garcia

IU neuropsychologist dedicated to transforming brain heath care and research for Hispanic communities

Patricia Garcia combines her passion for cross-cultural research with bilingual clinical care to improve outcomes for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, traumatic brain injury and other neurodegenerative disorders.

March 04, 2026

Peter Pang stands in front of a double helix, wearing a navy suit and purple tie

IU leader for clinical affairs invests in team wellness

Peter Pang leads clinical affairs for IU School of Medicine, aiming to improve Indiana's overall health along with physician well-being. He's a leader who listens first.

March 02, 2026

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Is it safe to use AI in place of mental health care?

An Indiana University School of Medicine assistant professor weighs in on AI's use in mental healthcare. 

February 19, 2026