ATHENS, Ga., Oct. 23 -- The University of Georgia issued the following news release:

On Oct. 19, the University of Georgia School of Medicine hosted the Georgia Medical Education and Healthcare Collaborative Summit. The event convened leaders from Georgia medical schools, healthcare systems and government organizations to discuss medical education, share best practices and explore opportunities for collaboration.

The summit was funded by a $73,000 grant from the University of Georgia Foundation's inaugural Grants Program and provided opportunities to engage with colleagues from across the state through panel discussions, educational sessions and networking.

"We are all trying to do the same thing - improve the health of Georgia. Whether ...