Amanda Trulock, CGC, has joined the Mitchell Cancer Institute as one of two board-certified genetic counselors who work with cancer patients.
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“These additions to our team will allow us to treat patients in a timely manner with the best tools and expertise,” said Nasser Lakkis, M.Sc.-M.D., FACC.
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The Mobile County Board of Health meets monthly to review Mobile County Health Department activities and to provide guidance to Alabama’s oldest public health agency.
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“Through systemwide education on universal skills, fair and just culture, and safety leadership skills training, we have set the expectations for all staff that safety comes first.”
“Jimmy Shumock has made an incredible impact on our organization and our community, and many lives have been affected in a positive way because of his leadership and hard work.”
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The ORBIE Awards honor chief information officers who demonstrate excellence in technology leadership.
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Hospital team members and patients enjoyed treats, parades and throws as they let the good times roll for Mardi Gras.
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At least one member of each band performing during Doc Rock has a connection with USA Health or the Whiddon College of Medicine.
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USA Health Cardiovascular Surgery, formerly known as Cardiovascular Associates, P.C., will provide surgical procedures for patients with heart, lung, esophageal and vascular conditions. The practice will remain at 1901 Springhill Ave. in Mobile.
“His wide range of experience – which includes decades of performing neonatal and pediatric oncology surgeries – is a great fit for the specialty services we provide to patients on the upper Gulf Coast," said William O. Richards, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Sara Shank, M.D., FAAP, looks forward to supporting families of neurodivergent children through the medical system, school system, and community, so they feel less alone.
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Lung cancer claims as many lives each year as breast, colon and prostate cancers combined. However, diagnosing lung cancer in the early stages increases the survival rate to more than 61%.
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The Senior Bowl visits are organized through the hospital's Mapp Child and Family Life Program, which is aimed, in part, at normalizing a child's stay at Children's & Women's Hospital.