An Old Technology Gives Cancer Patients a New Chance at Life

Feb 08, 2022 at 08:05 pm by steve

"Colon and rectal cancer are the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States," said Vikas Dudeja MD, FACS, James P. Hayes Endowed Professor and Director.... Read More

Breast Cancer Survivors May be at Greater Risk for Cardiovascular Problems

Feb 08, 2022 at 08:05 pm by steve

A recent peer-reviewed article in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology is confirming suspected links between cancer treatment and cardiovascular risk. Leon Canniz.... Read More

Professional Liability Rates Increasing in Alabama

Feb 08, 2022 at 08:05 pm by steve

There is no question that professional liability premiums have risen significantly in Alabama over the past two to three years. We are currently in what is referred to as a 'h.... Read More

UAB One of Six in the World with New Fiber Optic Visualization Technology

Feb 08, 2022 at 08:05 pm by steve

The UAB Cardiovascular Institute is one of only six centers in the world with a new light-based, visualization technology called Fiber Optic RealShape (FORS). Adam Beck, MD, t.... Read More

Ascension St. Vincent's Opens Two New Centers

Feb 08, 2022 at 08:05 pm by steve

"Chilton has plenty of folks with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease, which results in a lot of wound care patients," says Jon Binkerd, MD, the medical director for the.... Read More

January 2026

Jan 16, 2026 at 09:22 am by kbarrettalley

The January 2026 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!
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February 2026

Feb 11, 2026 at 02:32 pm by kbarrettalley

The January 2026 Issue of Birmingham Medical News is here!