Long-term study shows weight loss improves quality of life but does not decrease cardiovascular complications.
Changes include creating a COO position, creating a new quality structure and implementing an Administrative Services Organization.
Reorganization Part 3: ASO
Written by Susan Hall
A new Administrative Services Organization will allow for a more coordinated and efficient operation of Human Resources, Facilities, Parking and Transportation, and Police departments across all of UAB Medicine and UAB.
Reorganization Part 2: COO
Written by Susan Hall
Reid Jones named COO of UAB Medicine to manage Health System Information Services, Inpatient, Ambulatory, Support Services and a new Revenue Cycle Component.
Reorganization Part 1: Quality
Written by Susan Hall
The new Quality structure includes the formation of new positions, programs and initiatives.
Kenneth Sloan, Ph.D., operator of UAB's 3-D Print Lab, said 3-D printing will have a role in regenerative medicine and medical research.
The city has been featured nationally as an up-and-coming city for its economy, city parks, entertainment, food and more.
The Division of Neurosurgery will become the Department on Oct. 1, 2013, elevating the profile of an already world-renowned program.