Michigan Medicine

01/24/2026

A few inches of snow can't stop the U-M Life Sciences Orchestra, and they hope it won't stop you from enjoying their concert Sunday afternoon too!

Even if you can't make it in person, you can watch online from anywhere as this orchestra of physicians, scientists, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, graduate and professional students, engineers and more plays an exciting program of powerful classical music.

They'll take the stage of Hill Auditorium at 4 p.m. as planned, but please allow extra time for travel and parking. Conductor Nicholas Bromilow of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance will speak at 3:15 about the works on the program, including Nielsen's "Inextinguishable" Symphony.

If you can't make it in person, you can watch a livestream at https://michmed.org/rw2W3

The performance is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Robert H. Bartlett, a founding member of the LSO and longtime double bass player with the group. A generous donor is offering to match gifts to name the principal bass chair in his honor. Learn more about the concert and how to donate here: https://michmed.org/eQZbw

01/23/2026

Hello, Adult Emergency Services! These incredible colleagues are there for patients and families when they need them the most.

Coming to work, they never know what their challenges may be, but they always rise to meet them.

Thank you, AES, for everything you do!

01/22/2026

The ability to quickly move patients from one hospital to another is a key component of treating strokes. But gaps in the national stroke transfer system are drastically reducing the chances that patients receive treatment and increasing the risk of leaving the hospital with a disability.

Researchers say these problems especially affect areas with larger rural populations and those lacking formal stroke systems of care.

Check out this link to learn more about barriers to timely stroke treatment and potential solutions: https://michmed.org/qNM27

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01/22/2026

What's your doctor's favorite emoji? A new study found the 50 that appear most often in electronic health records: https://www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/researchers-uncover-hundreds-emojis-patient-records

01/22/2026

From snow-covered expressways to icy sidewalks, winter weather can bring a host of problems.

Dr. Uren describes four ways to stay safe from the plunging temperatures this weekend: https://michmed.org/RByJz.

01/21/2026

As a child, Alissa Coulter’s complex medical condition took her to Michigan Medicine’s C.S. Mott Children's Hospital and Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Ohio. Her family - owners of American Farmers - experienced firsthand the impact of life-changing care. Now, they’re giving back - and inviting YOU to take part!

To inspire generosity, the Coulter family is providing a $4,000 matching gift to both Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan and BuckeyeThon at Ohio State University. The organization that raises the most money by Friday, January 23 will receive a bonus of $2,000 for their children’s hospital!

It’s Michigan vs. Ohio - and every gift you make will be DOUBLED, thanks to the Coulter family.

Want to change lives and show your Michigan pride? Donate today, support Michigan, and make a real difference for C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital!

🔗 https://victors.us/rivalryweek2026

01/21/2026

Treating cancer is a team effort. Liver cancer is no exception. Through team discussions and patient evaluations, those with certain liver tumors have access to latest treatment options.

Gastroenterologist Neehar Parikh along with interventional radiologist Mishal Mendiratta-Lala discuss the latest treatment option for liver cancer – Histotripsy.

Histotripsy was created at the University of Michigan and has been approved by the FDA for use on liver tumors. While still relatively new, the dedicated clinic for patients who could benefit from Histotripsy, offers them a non-invasive approach with very good outcomes in order maintain their quality of life.

01/21/2026

Join us for a live chat with gastroenterologist Neehar Parikh along with interventional radiologists, Mishal Mendiratta-Lala and Elaine Caoili discuss the latest treatment option for liver cancer – Histotripsy.

Histotripsy was created at the University of Michigan and has been approved by the FDA for use on liver tumors. While still relatively new, the dedicated clinic for patients who could benefit from Histotripsy, offers them a non-invasive approach with very good outcomes in order maintain their quality of life. 🔗https://www.youtube.com/live/ye5zy4rKBuM

01/20/2026

Join us at 12 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 5 for our FREE webinar "Understanding Cancer Risk and What You Can Do.” Our panel of leading experts will share what factors shape your risk profile and the latest in preventive measures and recommendations.

➡️ Register now: https://www.michiganmedicine.org/events/well-aware-michigan-medicine/understanding-cancer-risk-and-what-you-can-do/2026-02-05

01/20/2026

Today in the Detroit News, David Miller, M.D., CEO of Michigan Medicine, shares some insight into what’s missing in the health care cost conversation. “When viewed through a narrow lens, health care is often deemed an unavoidable short-term expense rather than a long-term investment in the health of our communities,” says Miller, who is also Executive Vice President of Medical Affairs for the University of Michigan. Read more at the link (subscribers only):

The health care cost conversation needs a reset.

01/20/2026

Using machine learning, U-M researchers have created a "digital twin" of the brain, which can help map real-time tumor metabolism in brain cancer patients.

This approach could help doctors discover which treatment strategies are most likely to be effective against individual cases of glioma. Learn more: https://michmed.org/JDm9A.

01/20/2026

Apps make it so clinicians can work even on their days off. A new study finds that reminders to reduce screentime lowered stress in healthcare workers.

A simple intervention of reduced work-related apps on personal devices led to an increase of wellbeing for health care workers a Michigan Medicine study found.