A drug created by Stanford Medicine scientists aimed at a ‘Velcro’-like protein reduces ALS symptoms and improves survival in mice.
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Stanford Medicine making strides in advancing women leaders
Stanford Medicine is celebrating Women in Medicine month and highlighting our high rate of women in high-level roles.
From brain injury to support group
For Kaitlyn McCaffery, a brain injury survivor, finding community was the key to lifting her spirits during recovery.
Ask Me Anything: Menopause
Karen Adams, MD, menopause expert, defines and discusses menopause, what to expect in this phase of life, and other helpful advice.
A night in the life of an emergency department physician
Al’ai Alvarez, MD, a night shift doctor, or nocturnist, illuminates the culture and environment of the emergency department at night.
Rethinking large language models in medicine
Stanford Medicine researchers and leaders discuss the need for medical and health professionals to shape the creation of large language models.
Imaging multiple sclerosis
Researchers developed a novel way to image inflammation in multiple sclerosis, a disease that is notoriously difficult to diagnose early.
Tips for night workers from an emergency department physician
Al’ai Alvarez, MD, a nocturnist, explains how to take care of yourself when you’re on the overnight shift.
Unconventional Paths: Rock climber turned trauma surgeon
Once a professional climber, Joe Forrester had a near-death experience that put him on a path to be a trauma surgeon at Stanford Medicine.
Contributing to greener Stanford Medicine operating rooms
Stanford Medicine sustainability experts work with researchers, doctors and environmental professionals to ensure greener operating rooms.
Brain cancer specialists hope Biden’s Moonshot speeds therapies
Stanford Medicine brain cancer researchers joined other thought leaders in Washington, D.C. to discuss what the Biden Administration-led Cancer Moonshot initiative could mean.
A new, artistic perspective on plastic waste
Stanford Medicine scientist Desiree LaBeaud partnered with artist Jean Shin to create art of our discarded plastic.
This Is My Why: LGBTQ+ education
Stanford Medicine researchers, health care workers and staff speak to why they're passionate about LGBTQ+ care, education and advocacy.
Scientists talk aging, mental health and diet at Health Matters
Scientists and doctors discuss aging, healthy diets and new treatments for mental health at this year's Health Matters event.
Heartbeats and Hiccups: Education for a sustainable future
A Stanford Medicine medical student and anesthesiologist discuss how to prepare physicians in the face of climate change.
Photos shine light on pediatric medical experience
Pediatric patients and their parents capture their experiences at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford, sharing photos in an exhibit.