The Coker family hopes sharing DeVyn’s experience may help others who are fighting similar battles: “God knew that she was the strongest of us all. She is the strongest and most gracious warrior we know.”
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Pallavi Patil, M.D., was in her first year of medical school when a micrograph of cells captured her attention. The image, taken with a scanning electron microscope, generated her interest in studying the pathophysiology of disease.
The University of South Alabama Medical Alumni Association is hosting three upcoming opportunities for continuing medical education.
USA Health was in the news recently for its research projects as well as the announcement of a generous donation by the Mapp family.
In addition to epilepsy, Yuliati will treat autism, headaches, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, brain tumors, vascular malformations and cerebral palsy with a special interest and research focus on neonatal seizures, neurocritical care and epilepsy surgery.
The following are upcoming menus for USA Health University Hospital cafeteria. (Some menu items are subject to change based on product availability and popularity.)
The following are upcoming menus for USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital cafeteria. (Some menu items are subject to change based on product availability and popularity.)
The 13th annual GO Run will be held virtually Sept. 17-20 and is presented by the Catranis Family Charitable Foundation.
USA Health clinicians and physician-scientists are trusted sources on a variety of healthcare topics, including childhood vaccinations and cord blood donations.
USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in their care of patients and customer service.
The newest rehabilitation clinic is located on the campus of the University of South Alabama in the USA Technology and Research Park at 739 North University Boulevard, Building 1, in Suite 150.
Last week, Alabama joined more than half the states in implementing a mask requirement for individuals when they are in public or close contact with others. USA Health has required all employees to wear masks while at its healthcare facilities since early April.
Allen Broome, Pharm.D., has been named director of health system pharmacy for USA Health. In this position, Broome will oversee clinical and financial operations for USA Health’s pharmacies located at University Hospital, Children’s & Women’s Hospital and the Mitchell Cancer Institute.
