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
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
Newly designed PICU opened in March.

Children’s of Alabama Responds to Statewide Critical Care Needs

Apr 18, 2026 at 05:17 pm by kbarrettalley

Children’s of Alabama has opened a newly designed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). “This new unit addresses the increasing demand for pediatric critical car.... Read More
Craig Maynard, PhD

Researchers Identify Inflammatory Bacteria in Crohn’s

Apr 18, 2026 at 05:15 pm by kbarrettalley

The human intestine is home to trillions of microscopic organisms, including hundreds of species of bacteria. In most people, these bacteria coexist and contribute to a mutual.... Read More
Members of East Alabama Health's Nurse Residency Program.

East Alabama Health Creates Blueprint for Solving Workforce Shortages

Apr 18, 2026 at 05:14 pm by kbarrettalley

As workforce shortages challenge health systems, East Alabama Health (EAH) is using innovative strategies to recruit, train, and retain professionals. The initiatives prepare.... Read More