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Mark Merrick, PhD

Merrick Named Dean of UAB School of Health Professions

Jun 04, 2026 at 12:06 am by kbarrettalley

UAB School of Health Professions Ranked No. 1 in USA Mark Merrick, PhD has been selected as dean of the UAB School of Health Professions following a nationwide search. Curren.... Read More
Pillay discusses healthcare AI with a group of researchers.

Marnix E. Heersink Institute for Biomedical Innovation is Moving Fast with AI

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:44 pm by kbarrettalley

By Steve Spencer It’s no secret that Artificial Intelligence capabilities are growing exponentially. In fact, a study by Model Evaluation and Threat Research, a nonprof.... Read More
Argenia McGennis, Julie Zuidema

What Physician Practices Need to Know About Insurance Downcoding

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:44 pm by kbarrettalley

By Ansley Franco  Across the country, healthcare providers are raising concerns about a billing practice that can quietly reduce reimbursement for services they have alr.... Read More
Andrew Mears

Financial And Retirement Planning For Health Professionals

Apr 18, 2026 at 05:12 pm by kbarrettalley

By Laura Freeman   Choosing a career in healthcare often means starting your professional life with a load of student debt. Getting from there to a retirement takes str.... Read More

The Wait Is Over: Information Blocking Enforcement Is Officially Here

Apr 18, 2026 at 05:11 pm by kbarrettalley

By Beth Neal Pitman and Miranda A. Franco   We were told it would arrive, heard it was on the brink, and now it is here. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (.... Read More

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The autoclave uses high-pressure steam at high temperatures to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores on instruments, lab ware, and waste.

What Alabama’s New ADEM Regulations Mean for Your Practice

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:44 pm by kbarrettalley

By Lauren Johnson In 2024, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) brought together a group of associations and companies to work together to propose update.... Read More

Clinical

Newly Issued OIG Advisory Opinion Sheds Light on End-of-Career Transitions for Physician ASC Owners

Jun 04, 2026 at 12:04 am by kbarrettalley

By Jessie Bekker The Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently issued a favorable advisory opinion on a pro.... Read More
Morgan McHugh, Alicia Lee

Cullman Diabetes Center Provides Education and Support

Jun 04, 2026 at 12:03 am by kbarrettalley

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Program is Almost as Effective as Metformin By Steve Spencer Unfortunately, the prevalence of diabetes in the United States is.... Read More
Mark Merrick, PhD

Ketamine For Depression

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:46 pm by kbarrettalley

When Traditional Therapies Aren’t Enough. By Laura Freeman Pain isn’t just experienced by the body. When suffering goes all the way to the depths of the soul, d.... Read More
The autoclave uses high-pressure steam at high temperatures to kill bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores on instruments, lab ware, and waste.

What Alabama’s New ADEM Regulations Mean for Your Practice

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:44 pm by kbarrettalley

By Lauren Johnson In 2024, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) brought together a group of associations and companies to work together to propose update.... Read More
The surgeon drills a small hole, then inserts the Cartiheal implant using his thumb until it is flush with the cartilage.

Sea Coral Provides New Options for Patients with Knee Pain

Jun 03, 2026 at 11:44 pm by kbarrettalley

By Marti Webb Slay   Patients with knee pain due to cartilage damage have a new treatment option, even if they suffer from arthritis, according to Orthopedic Surgeon Am.... Read More
Cover for the April 2026 issue of Birmingham Medical News

April 2026

Apr 16, 2026 at 09:24 am by kbarrettalley

The April 2026 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!