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August 15, 2011
FEATURE STORY
Cosmic mission
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In working to fend off damaging "nano-cannonballs" out in space, Dan Berkowitz may just find answers to aging and heart disease for those here on Earth. Read more |
HOT TOPICS
Best hospital—again
The Johns Hopkins Hospital keeps its ranking as the No.1 medical institution for the 21st consecutive year. Read more
Surgeon for the region
Michael Zenilman has the task of ensuring consistent standards for surgeons working at Hopkins’ community hospitals. Read more
VOICE FROM THE
MEDICAL TRENCHES
Sustaining faith
A patient with congestive heart failure and struggling to hold onto life gives Daniel Munoz a lesson in not giving up hope. Read more
TECHNOLOGY
High-tech tools allow tailored care
Dean/CEO Edward Miller talks about how intelligent computers will enable Hopkins to deliver on the promise of individualized medicine. Read more
Under the Dome
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Sounding the alarm on hearing loss in the elderly
A Hopkins study shows that seniors who experience diminished hearing capacity could be more at risk for developing dementia. Read more
Making room for quality and progress
Plans for a spacious endoscopy suite with state-of-the-art technology in Hopkins’ new clinical building aim to improve patient care. Read more
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Recovering the way they were
To build a better rehabilitation regimen for stroke victims, the Terrace Rehab Unit wants to review patients’ lifestyles and then get them back on the road to recovery. Read more [pdf]
Howard County General Hospital
The final piece
The last phase of a campus redevelopment brings new operating rooms and a post anesthesia care unit that will add to patient safety and better quality of care. Read more [pdf]
Suburban Hospital
A serendipitous move uncovers a ticking time bomb
After a research study reveals that she has an aortic aneurysm, a woman searches for treatment options, until finding the right answer at Suburban’s NIH Heart Center. Read more
Sibley Memorial Hospital
When every minute counts
For its ED patients, Sibley bolsters its commitment to quick, quality care. Read more
All Children's Hospital
Sami's story
Sami is only six but already she knows more about arthritis than many senior citizens will ever know. Her team of specialists at All Children's Hospital keeps her active and healthy. Watch video
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