MSU Department of Family Medicine

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.

Ask the Expert: How federal laws impact cannabis research in Michigan MSU researcher Omayma Alshaarawy explains how federal cannabis laws limit research on products widely used in Michigan and affect public health studies.

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

The hidden toll of lupus: Delayed diagnoses, deadly outcomes, and daily survival 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.

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."

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.