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UNC Internal Medicine Residents Recognize Annual Awards
Many outstanding residents and faculty have been recognized for their clinical and academic excellence, honoring the legacies of those who preceded them. Following is a list of 2018 award recipients who engender the shared and treasured spirit of Medicine.
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Hanson Discusses Eating Disorders in the Elderly, in US News & World Report Article
Recognizing eating disorders in the elderly can be critical because treating them is different than treating other age-related eating problems. Dr. Laura Hanson from the division of geriatrics offers perspective.
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Hanson Interviewed for Reuters Health Article About Delayed Hospice Care
Dr. Laura Hanson comments on a recent Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital study that suggests patients with kidney failure are half as likely to receive hospice as patients with cancer and heart disease, although they stand to benefit greatly from it.
Department of Medicine
New Podcast Episode on Polycystic Kidney Disease Features Dr. Amy Mottl
What is polycystic kidney disease, or PKD, and how is it diagnosed and treated? UNC's Dr. Amy Mottl talks about this genetic disorder with Dr. Ron Falk, the complications it can cause, and new treatments available. Check it out here.
UNC's Outpatient Diuresis Clinic, a New Approach to Managing Heart Failure
Dr. Thelsa Weickert and the clinic team at UNC Meadowmont Heart and Vascular Center have successfully prevented heart failure readmissions over 30 days in a pilot that proved feasible. Shifting care to an outpatient setting means there are fewer visits to the ED and subsequent hospitalizations. Learn more.
Unnecessary Surgeries for Colorectal Polyps Are Rising, Despite Less Invasive Options.
Dr. Anne Peery was principal investigator for a national study that has confirmed incidences of surgery for nonmalignant colorectal polyps are increasing when there are other options to surgery. She was featured with Dr. Ian Grimm in a WRAL news story, along with a patient who appreciated a less invasive solution. Learn more.
Dr. Marcie Riches, Appointed Clinical Associate Chief for Hematology and Oncology
Marcie Riches, MD, is now clinical associate chief of the department of medicine's division of hematology and oncology. She's also set a fundraising goal as LLS Woman of the Year Candidate, competing for her former and future patients. Learn how to support her team.
Dr. Siriam Machineni Joins UNC to Build a Chronic Care Model
Obesity is on the rise in North Carolina and it places a huge burden on healthcare. Dr. Siriam Machineni envisions a broad-based, sustainable population approach that can train primary care physicians in obesity medicine, while the most complicated patients get referred to a tertiary care center, much like diabetes management. Learn more.
Dr. Lisa Carey is Appointed to Susan G. Komen's Scientific Advisory Board
Lisa A. Carey, MD, chief of the department of medicine's division of hematology and oncology has been appointed to the Susan G. Komen's Scientific Advisory Board. She will be responsible for helping guide Komen’s $956 million research program – second only to the U.S. government in funding of breast cancer research. Learn More.
A New Educational Video Demonstrates Effective Bedside Rounding
UNC Department of Medicine residents demonstrate how to perform multidisciplinary bedside rounds in a new education video funded by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. The new rounding intervention promises to improve physician-patient connections and foster meaningful face time. Watch the video and review educational materials.
UNC School of Medicine Announces Three New Sarah Graham Kenan Distinguished Professors.
Three exemplary physician-scientists from the department of medicine – Janet Rubin, MD, Ada Adimora, MD, MPH, and David Margolis, MD, – have been named Sarah Graham Kenan Distinguished Professors. Learn more.
Medicine Residents Win Doctor's Dilemma For the Third Year in a Row
Medicine residents take the lead at the NC Chapter of the American College of Physicians Meeting, winning medical jeopardy and best overall project and poster. Learn more.
Department of Medicine Research
The Department of Medicine has a vibrant research community consisting of basic bench, clinical and translational research programs. These programs consistently receive high levels of external funding and lead to advances that directly impact patient care. Learn more.