DOM Celebrates Employee Night at Barons Game
L to R: Dawn Self, Noah Blackney, and Dr. Seth LandefeldOn Tuesday night, the Department of Medicine gathered at Regions Field to watch the Birmingham Barons take on the Tennessee Smokies. We were thrilled to see so many smiling faces, enjoy the companionship of co-workers, and witness the heartwarming sight of kids taking photos with Barons’ mascot Babe Ruff. This year, the Department gave away 800 tickets, 500 fans, and provided picnic supper for everyone at center field. Not only did the Barons close out the evening with a 7-6 win, but everyone on the DOM team took home an experience of camaraderie and connection among colleagues.
Jackson Contributes to UAB Women's Health Guide
UAB News features Lisa Jackson, M.D., professor in the UAB Division of Cardiovascular Disease, in its latest Women’s Health Guide. In the online article, Jackson provides expert commentary on the prevalence of heart disease among women in the United States. She discusses awareness, prevention, and sheds light on the UAB Cardiovascular Institute's Women’s Heart Health Program which helps women manage heart disease. Specialists from gynecology, dermatology, dentistry, and optometry also contribute to help guide women to understand when to schedule age-appropriate health exams.
Shetty Reports Female Recipients of LVAD Have Worse Clinical Outcomes than Male Counterparts
Cardiovascular Disease fellow, Naman Shetty, M.D.In a study published in Circulation: Heart Failure, Cardiovascular Disease research fellow Naman Shetty, M.D., and colleagues investigated outcomes in end-stage heart failure patients who received a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). Experts found that women with an LVAD had a higher risk of mortality, lower likelihood of heart transplantation, and a higher rate of adverse events compared to their male counterparts.
Five DOM Faculty Named 2023 Dean's Excellence Awardees
2023 DOM Dean's Excellence AwardeesOn Tuesday, the Heersink School of Medicine proudly celebrated the inspiring achievements of 16 Dean’s Excellence Awardees. Five faculty members from the Department of Medicine were nominated by peers and selected as honorees through a rigorous review process. There was Department representation in the categories of research, service, and diversity enhancement. Congratulations to each awardee for their exceptional contributions to science and medicine. Your dedication and accomplishments serve as a source of pride for us all.
Saag, Warriner Shed Light on Osteoporosis: Prevention, Risk, and Treatment
Pictured: Drs. Ken Saag and Amy Warriner In observance of National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, the Department of Medicine sat down with Ken Saag, M.D., MSc, Professor in the Division of Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, and Amy Warriner, M.D., Professor in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism to learn more about why osteoporosis is considered a “silent disease,” and the steps people can take to prevent and treat osteoporosis. .