June 10, 2010
Welcome to the latest
Johns Hopkins Medicine Update newsletter.
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Learning From a Second Look
Patrick Walsh has taken a freeze frame approach to improving prostatectomy outcomes. Read story
Nature Meets Nurture
Through the exploding field of epigenetics, scientists are pinpointing just how the lifestyle paths we take--and don't take--can change how our genes behave. Read story
The Sistine Surprise
Duo finds new trace of Michelangelo's obsession with neuroanatomy. Read story
Traumatic Brain Injury in Professional Football
Experts from Johns Hopkins Medicine hosted a press conference following a continuing medical education program on the epidemiology of head injury in professional football. The program was an evidence-based review of traumatic brain injury in the sport. Full story, video and podcasts
Under the Dome
Johns Hopkins Hospital East Baltimore
When Kidney Cancer Hits the Vena Cava
It takes a whole team of specialized surgeons to tackle renal cell carcinoma that's invaded the body's largest vein. Read story
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Surgical Wound Treatment: Beyond the Physical
A patient discovers that healing a chronic wound also meant healing his life. Read story
Suburban Hospital
Women's health seminars and Web chats offer advice about the pain and discomfort that can result from common gynecologic conditions. FInd out more
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