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Therapy can Reduce Delirium in the ED
Intense PT and OT intervention improves overall functioning in older patients.

Evaluating MS Neurodegeneration in Vivo
Novel 3-T MRI techniques aim to uncover biomarkers for multiple sclerosis.

Music City is also ENT City
More than 5,000 otolaryngologists from around the globe are expected in Nashville Sept. 30 - Oct. 4 for education and networking.

Tackling the Side Effects of Gout Treatment
Adjunctive leflunomide may avoid the downside of methotrexate.

Knee Movement Threatens Tibial Fixation
Movement during the cementing phase of total knee arthroplasty significantly reduces tibial implant fixation strength.
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Health Literacy and Recovery: a Positive Correlation
Research underscores the value of targeted communications.
Disparities Emerge, From Evaluation to Transplant
Research shows varying levels of disparities throughout the kidney transplant process.
Taking PAD Education to Church
Newly funded PRAISE program aims to improve awareness and early diagnosis.
Telehealth Overcomes Distance for Specialty Consultations
Neurology forges a wider path for specialty consulting services using technology.
Cannula Shortage Limits ECMO Use in Neonates
With limited options for respiratory failure, critical care teams change tactics.
Apps Satisfy Need for Bite-Sized Physician Education
Physician-leaders are homing in on best ways to help busy clinicians weave learning into practice.
Hypertension Gene Improves Odds in Congenital Heart Disease
A predisposition for adult hypertension is a single-factor indicator pointing to better surgical outcomes for babies with congenital heart disease.
Virus Researcher James Crowe Turns to RSV Drug Development
A pioneer in the fight against viral disease during the pandemic turns his attention to the spike in respiratory syncytial virus.
Health Coaching Creates Lasting Lifestyle Changes
Study shows effectiveness is sustained beyond coaching period in patients managing chronic disease.
Quality Improvement Metrics to Shed Light on Geriatric Workforce Training
Vanderbilt is providing feedback to assess how well MIPS measures are meeting goals for geriatric patients.
4 ‘M’s Improve Care for Older Adults
Systems-wide updates aid in implementation of the 4Ms, a framework for providing high-quality care for older patients.