Research Hearing, balance & the brain By Kelsie Smith Hayduk Apr. 25, 2024 The University of Rochester is among the top 20 institutions in the United States in funding for hearing—and balance—related research from the National Institute on Deafness and Communication ...
Community New Art Space in Neurology Embraces Diversity and Equity By Mark Michaud Apr. 23, 2024 A new art gallery in the Medical Center will feature diverse artistic voices. Under the stewardship of noted Rochester artist Shawn Dunwoody, the Unity Gallery will leverage art to provoke thought, ...
Research Air Quality in Schools: Shielding Kids with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities from COVID By Susanne Pallo Mar. 28, 2024 Partnering with the Mary Cariola Center, URMC researchers found that good airflow and filtration helped children with intellectual and developmental disabilities—many of whom struggle with masking ...
People URMC Taps Edith Williams to Lead the Center for Community Health & Prevention By Susanne Pallo Jan. 16, 2024 Edith Williams, MS, PhD, who joined the Medical Center as the founding director of the Office of Health Equity Research in 2022, is now serving as director of the Center for Community Health & ...
Research Could a High-Fiber Diet Improve Cancer Immunotherapy Performance? By Susanne Pallo Dec. 12, 2023 Wilmot investigator Brendan Guercio, MD, is at the forefront of investigating whether a high-fiber diet can boost the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapies for patients with bladder or kidney ...
Research Genomic Tug of War Could Boost Cancer Therapy By Susanne Pallo Nov. 16, 2023 Wilmot Cancer Institute researchers have uncovered a “genomic tug of war” in animal studies that could influence how well certain patients—and certain cancers—respond to a specific cancer therapy.
People Nancy “Nana” Bennett, Champion of Community Health and Disease Prevention, Retires By Susanne Pallo Nov. 1, 2023 A nationally recognized expert, Bennett has made tangible contributions to disease prevention, immunization, and improvement of the health and health equity of our local and regional community.
Patient Care Be Proactive, Be Protected: Breast Imaging Specialist Shares Insights on Breast Cancer Screening By Ruth Harper-Rhode Jun. 12, 2023 Many women understand that screening for breast cancer is a key way to find the cancer early and reduce your chances of dying from it. But the details of when to start and how often to be screened ...
Education EIOH Resident Spotlight - Dr. Stefani Berry By Karen Black Jun. 9, 2023 In this EIOH Resident Spotlight, read what Dr. Stefani Berry's plans are after graduation, who inspires and what she would change about herself.
People M. Patricia Rivera Shares Life Lessons as She Takes on Presidency of the American Thoracic Society By Leslie Orr Jun. 8, 2023 In an acceptance speech, Patricia Rivera, M.D., inspired colleagues and trainees with her powerful immigrant story of challenges and success.