Clinical

A surgeon performs endoscopic spine surgery for a herniated intervertebral disc.

Improved Tools Generate Growth in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:32 pm by kbarrettalley

By Steve Spencer   Endoscopic spinal surgery has experienced significant growth in usage over the last decade, driven by advances in high-definition visualization, impr.... Read More
Vineeta Estes, MD

Why Physician-Led Weight Loss Programs for Women Can Deliver Better Results

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:06 pm by kbarrettalley

By Jane Ehrhardt   For decades, weight loss programs have relied on a familiar formula: eat less, move more, track calories, repeat. Yet for many women, especially thos.... Read More
Stephen Bakir MD, Matthew Sample MD

TriClip Transcatheter Tricuspid Repair

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:06 pm by kbarrettalley

By Laura Freeman   For patients dealing with symptoms of a leaky tricuspid valve, until recently physicians had only limited treatment options to offer. After weighing.... Read More
Saji Jacob, MD, FACE

19th Annual Cardiovascular Update Conference Presented By CVA Medical Education Foundation

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:06 pm by kbarrettalley

By Laura Freeman   It’s an exciting time to work in the healing professions. Medical innovations are emerging faster than any one provider can keep pace. This is.... Read More
patient receives a vaccinations

Shingles Vaccine Linked to Lower Dementia Risk

Feb 07, 2026 at 05:32 pm by kbarrettalley

  A shingles vaccine may do more than prevent a painful rash. It may also reduce the risk of developing dementia and could even slow progression in those already diagnos.... Read More
cover of the birmingham medical news february issue

February 2026

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:32 pm by kbarrettalley

The January 2026 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!

January 2026

Jan 16, 2026 at 09:22 am by kbarrettalley

The January 2026 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!