As part of our Safety Starts with Me initiative, USA Health introduces a safety behavior and tool of the month to be discussed and practiced at huddles and in departments across the health system.
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The Patient Family Advisory Council strives to promote effective and respectful partnerships among patients, families, and clinical staff members while also increasing understanding and cooperation.
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Earlier in 2023, Simon Grelet, Ph.D., and his colleagues developed a provisional patent for the technology, which involves labeling cells that have received mitochondria from donor cells.
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Danuel Laan, M.D., FACS, FASMBS, will advocate on both a local and national level for further access to medical care for patients suffering with obesity.
“I wanted the opportunity to teach clinical care to resident physicians and medical students at an established academic institution that is committed to the delivery of patient-centered, evidence-based medical care.”
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Jennifer Young Pierce, M.D., M.P.H., attended the White House Cervical Cancer Forum on Thursday, Jan. 25, in Washington, D.C., where a national network to study self-collection of vaginal samples was announced.
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The more you can be fully aware, the more you can enjoy the benefits of reduced stress, pain and anxiety — along with improved focus, immune response, and overall health.
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USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.
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USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in caring for patients and providing high-quality customer service.
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Incorporating more exercise into your daily routine doesn't always require major lifestyle changes or long workouts.
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Josh Snow, M.S.H.A., said his vision for University Hospital is to remain laser-focused on providing high-quality, patient-centric, innovative healthcare.
Working with a local summer camp for children and adults with special needs as a teenager ignited Michelle McDaniel’s lifelong passion for serving those with disabilities.
USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.