Mary Lanham, a senior professional with more than 20 years' experience in strategic marketing and communications management in academic medicine, will join UHealth and the Miller School of Medicine as Chief Marketing and Communications officer on June 24. Lanham comes to the University of Miami from the University of Maryland Medical System, where she was Senior VP and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. At Maryland, Lanham was responsible for system-wide marketing and brand strategy, as well as media relations, corporate communications and internal communications for 13 hospitals and more than 150 outpatient locations.

"Mary's experience at a large academic health system will be instrumental as we experience rapid growth while continuing to serve the South Florida community," said Edward Abraham, MD, Executive VP for Health Affairs and CEO of UHealth.

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - Responding to a growing trend among independent colleges, Palm Beach Atlantic University has established a partnership with Jupiter Medical Center to provide all students with enhanced urgent care services featuring extended operating hours, on-site imaging and testing facilities, and access to top health care providers in the area. Located about a mile from campus at 625 North Flagler Drive, the facility operated by the prestigious Jupiter Medical Center will serve campus residents, commuters, athletes, evening and graduate students, according to Dean of Students Bob Lutz. Free valet parking is available, and the center can be reached by foot or bike within minutes. Jupiter Medical Center Urgent Care provides walk-in care Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and on Sundays and holidays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

"This select partnership will enhance the student experience and expand the services offered," Lutz said. "As we want students to thrive now and in the future, the University is open to collaborating with outstanding organizations, such as Jupiter Medical Center, which specializes in these services."