Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine
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At UAB, we’re training the next generation of physicians and physician-scientists, answering basic scientific questions that lead to medical innovations, and bringing the highest quality health care to all of our patients. UAB is the heartbeat of Birmingham and an integral medical leader in the Southeast.
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NIH renews five-year grant for UAB’s Center for AIDS Research
This past June, through a competitive review process, the NIH renewed their five-year grant to continue UAB’s Center for AIDS Research pivotal work.
Pandemic health behaviors linked to rise in neonatal health issues
A correlation was found between the social distancing index, a measure of overall social distancing behaviors observed, and higher rates of neonatal and early neonatal mortality, as well as preterm birth, when assessed with a lag period. Results were published today in JAMA Network Open.
What is swimmer’s ear and how should I treat it?
Bacterial otitis externa, more commonly known as swimmer’s ear, is an infection of the outer ear caused by bacteria.
Mixed reality technology makes its way into the operating room
Physicians at UAB are using mixed reality technology to perform total hip replacements and teach the next generation of surgeons.