Marking a Milestone: NICU Alum Visits Brigham 40 Years Later
In the four decades since Karen Cashman was a patient in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Boston Lying-In Hospital, one of the Brigham’s predecessor institutions, much has changed.
July 25, 2019
Shadowing Opportunity in Neuro Leads to Mutual Growth
As a physical therapist at Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, N.M., Nichole Bluemle, PT, DPT, MS, OCS, CSCS, saw a need for improved diagnostic testing for her patients experiencing neuromuscular disorders.
July 25, 2019
Q&A with Mallika Mendu, MD: A New Day for Kidney Health
On July 10, the White House announced an executive order to launch Advancing American Kidney Health, an initiative to improve the lives of Americans suffering from kidney disease, expand options for patients and reduce health care costs.
July 25, 2019
Despite Risks, Pregnancies Persist Among Women Taking Acne Drug
For patients whose severe acne has not responded to other drugs, isotretinoin (also known by its former brand name Accutane) can be an extremely effective option. But if a pregnant woman takes this medication, even for a short period of time, the risk of severe birth defects is high.
July 25, 2019
Bulletin Bullets
News about upcoming hospital events, campaigns and other timely information for staff.
July 25, 2019