Following the recent FDA approval for vonoprazan (Voquenza) in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, Colin Howden, MD, professor of medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, joined for an interview to discuss the inner workings of the drug, patient monitoring, and potential future uses.
Students in the nursing program who complete the associate degree requirements have the opportunity to continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College through its Nursing Partnership Enrollment Program (PEP).
“Sleep slightly sitting up in a recliner or elevate your head with pillows to reduce postnasal drip,” says Darria Long, M.D., a clinical assistant professor at the University of Tennessee School of Medicine.
Campbell Clinic added five new physicians to its growing team of providers. Mancell focuses his practice on employee health, providing support for Campbell Clinic’s 850-plus team members across the Mid-South. He earned his medical degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and completed both his internship and residency at Methodist University Hospital of… Read More
A study from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital sheds light on the incidence of prediabetes and diabetes in childhood cancer survivors for better prevention and treatment.
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) will receive a Rural Development grant of $364,502 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for technical assistance and training to combat sickle cell disease in the Delta region, and to improve communication between health care professionals.
“Something that doesn’t get talked about as much is the mental health aspect of being shot,” said Dr. Regan Williams, Le Bonheur’s medical director of trauma services, and an associate professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. “It really does cause lifelong problems for them and their families.”
Eula Lee-Whittaker, Ph.D., is working on a big goal that could greatly impact the community. She’s developing a comprehensive book and support guide that explores inherent system flaws, while offering evidence-based strategies as solutions. She hopes the resource will help “individuals and families navigate the journey from pain to finding self-fulfillment and life productivity, providing… Read More
