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Cyber Security Update

A third-party system used by FIU Health was impacted by a cyber security incident on or around June 27, 2017. This incident may be due to the same ransomware attack that affected a number of organizations globally on that day.

Precautionary measures have been developed and are being implemented within the FIU Health system. Any inquires can be directed to compliance@fiu.edu.


Dementia: Do you know someone who has it?, 11/5/18


It's time to get a flu shot, 10/11/18


Mosquito attack: How to protect yourself from the world’s deadliest animal, 9/7/18


Taking a vacation abroad? Tips for a safe and healthy trip, 7/18/18


Sunscreen basics: What kind, how much, how often?, 7/18/18


Can you die of a broken heart?, 3/6/18


Cold or Flu: How can you tell the difference?, 2/28/18


Flu season worsens, doctors urge vaccinations, 2/28/18


Facts women and men should know about cervical cancer, 2/28/18


5 tips to bounce back to a leaner, healthier body this new year, 2/28/18


Zika: What you need to know, 7/20/16


FIU Health launches weight management and bariatric surgery program, 1/7/16


FIU Health Has Moved, 6/1/15


Confirmed Cases of Whooping Cough in Broward County: Officials Urge Vaccination, 3/17/15


Love Bugs: A kiss is NOT just a kiss, 2/16/15


Measles: 7 common symptoms, and 1 pretty sure way to avoid it, 2/4/15


BRACE YOURSELF, FLU SEASON COULD GET NASTY, 12/10/14


Chagas Disease: A Growing Problem in the U.S., 12/2/14

Chagas is a devastating disease that can cause serious heart damage, even death. Once considered localized to Latin America, where it is endemic, the Centers for Disease Control now estimates 300,000 cases in the United States; however, experts think the numbers are probably much higher, and they warn of a potential public health threat to Americans.


2014 Sapphire Celebration Gala: “White Coats & Dreams”, 11/20/14

The Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine (HWCOM) held its second Sapphire Celebration Gala on Saturday, November 1, at the Trump National Doral Miami, in support of the physicians of tomorrow.


Can Secondhand Smoke Make You Fat?, 11/17/14

In order to make your visit to the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice as simple and convenient as possible, complimentary parking spaces have been reserved for patients on the 3rd floor of the PG 5 garage next to the southeast elevator.


Drowning: One of the World’s Most Prolific "Silent Killers" of Children, 11/17/14

In order to make your visit to the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice as simple and convenient as possible, complimentary parking spaces have been reserved for patients on the 3rd floor of the PG 5 garage next to the southeast elevator.


Enterovirus 68: What You Need To Know, 10/7/14


FIU Health doctor tapped to combat Ebola outbreak, 8/7/14


Chikungunya: It’s Here! Nation’s First Locally Acquired Cases Reported in South Florida, 7/21/14


Ebola: Why is it spreading? Where could it go next?, 7/18/14


Migraines Get Worse Around Menopause, 7/17/14


First Locally Acquired Case of Dengue Fever in South Florida, 7/11/14


Lack of exercise; not overeating may be to blame for America’s growing waistline, 7/11/14


Why is it spreading? Where could it go next?, 7/10/14


NIH Creates Network to Tackle Rare Diseases, 7/3/14


Health Officials Warn of Whooping Cough Epidemic, 6/25/14


CDC Report Says More Than 29 Million Americans Have Diabetes, 6/17/14


CDC: Wake-up call for Vaccination; measles cases in U.S. hit 20-year high, 6/2/14


Catching World Cup Fever: How to Minimize Your Health Risks at Soccer’s Big Event, 5/30/14


Mosquito-Borne Disease “Chikungunya” Found in Florida, 5/20/14


U.S. Measles Outbreak Could be Worst in Nearly Two Decades, 5/16/14


FIU Health Alert - First reported case of deadly MERS virus in U.S., 5/7/14


FIU Health Launches Comprehensive Health Care Program for Adults with Autism, 4/21/14

Autism doesn't just affect children. Children with autism grow up to be adults with autism and sometimes specialized attention can make a big difference.


FIU Health partners with Miami Children’s Hospital for new outpatient center in Miami-Dade County, 3/18/14

FIU Health has broken ground on a 36,000-square-foot ambulatory care center (ACC) on FIU’s Modesto A. Maidique Campus in west Miami-Dade County. In partnership with Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH), the FIU Health ACC will house the first dedicated pediatric ambulatory surgical center in South Florida.


FIU Health Expands to Include New Cardiology Practice, 3/18/14

With the addition of a new medical office in Miami specializing in cardiology, FIU Health now has three locations offering world-class care in our community.


Dermatology and Gastroenterology Services Now Available, 7/1/13

FIU Health is pleased to announce that two of South Florida’s leading specialists – gastroenterologist Pedro (Joe) Greer, MD and dermatologist Martin N. Zaiac, MD, are now providing clinical services at the Faculty Group Practice – Modesto Maidique Campus.


FIU Health Expands Services to Broward County, 4/8/13

The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine’s Faculty Group Practice continues to expand, adding convenience and benefits for our university community.


FIU Health Implements Electronic Health Record, 12/7/12


FIU Health Adds New Faculty Group Practice in Broward, 11/17/12

The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine’s Faculty Group Practice continues to expand, adding convenience and benefits for our university community. For more than a year, FIU Health physicians and staff have been sharing their wealth of experience and commitment to providing state-of-the-art, comprehensive care to their patients at the Modesto Maidique Campus.


FIU Health Wants to Help You Fight The Flu – Get Your Flu Shot Today!, 10/4/12

Influenza is among the most common respiratory illnesses in the United States, infecting millions of people every flu season. Every year, flu spreads across the country, from person to person, family to family, and community to community.


FIU Health Launches Panther Care Advantage, 10/3/12

There’s a new advantage to being a Panther alumni. It’s called the “Panther Care Advantage Program”.


Marc E. Csete, MD Joins Faculty Group Practice, 9/10/12

FIU Health is pleased to announce that Marc E. Csete, MD, MBA, FCCP has joined and is now accepting new patients at the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice, located at the Modesto Maidique Campus, PG-5 Ground Floor, 885 SW 109th Avenue, Ste. 131.


Faculty Group Practice Named One of South Florida’s Top 25!, 9/7/12

After only one year of existence, the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice was recently named to the South Florida Business Journal’s list of Top 25 Physician Practice Groups.


FIU Health Travel Medicine Program, 9/7/12

Rabies in India, cholera in the Caribbean, Ebola in Uganda, measles in Ukraine, and dengue fever in too many places to list; makes you want to unpack your bags and stay home, but there is no need to cancel your travel plans.


Complimentary parking now available for Faculty Group Practice patients, 7/25/12

In order to make your visit to the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice as simple and convenient as possible, complimentary parking spaces have been reserved for patients on the 3rd floor of the PG 5 garage next to the southeast elevator.


Raul Tano, MD Joins Faculty Group Practice, 7/25/12

FIU Health is pleased to announce that Raul I. Tano, MD FAAFP has relocated his practice to, and is now accepting new patients at the FIU Health Faculty Group Practice, located at the Modesto Maidique Campus, PG-5 Ground Floor, 885 SW 109th Avenue, Ste. 131.


Travel Medicine Program , 4/30/12

When planning for international travel and the experience of new places, faces, languages, and cultures, visitors to other countries need to take certain health precautions.


FIU Health opens its doors to South Florida community, 4/16/12

Physicians with the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University are now available to see patients through FIU Health, a unified system that provides access to world-class care. Unveiled today to community leaders, FIU Health includes many of the best doctors in South Florida, in addition to nationally-renowned medical faculty recruited by FIU to teach in the College of Medicine.


Lunch and Learn Lecture Series, 3/27/12

Need Medical and Health Information? It’s in the Bag with the FIU Health Care Network’s Lunch and Learn Lecture Series.


Faculty Group Practice Opens at New Location , 3/9/12

On Monday, August 8, 20111 the FIU | HEALTH Faculty Group Practice (FGP) opened at its new, 6,100-square-foot location at PG5-Market Station on the Modesto Maidique Campus.


Medical Care for FIU Dependents Now Available at the Faculty Group Practice, 3/9/12

The FIU HEALTH Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is pleased to announce that effective November 1, 2011 it has extended its services to include adult dependents (18 years and older) of the FIU community.


Radiology Services Now Available at the Faculty Group Practice, 3/9/12

The FIU HEALTH Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is pleased to announce that radiology (x-ray) services are now available to the FIU community.


Need Help Navigating the World of Managed Health Care? The FIU Premier Care Program is For You!, 12/5/11

The FIU Academic Health Center Health Care Network (HCN) and FIU HEALTH Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is pleased to partner with the University’s Human Resources Department to present the FIU Premier Care program, which is designed to help faculty and staff.