Unanue named Paul and Ellen Lacy Chair of Pathology
Emil R. Unanue, M.D., internationally recognized as a leader in understanding the immune system, has been named the Paul and Ellen Lacy Professor of Pathology.
El Hombre vs. The Babe
Albert Pujols took part in laboratory tests similar to those conducted on Ruth in 1921.
Previously approved drugs may be helpful in fatal pediatric disorder
A progressive neurodegenerative disorder that is often fatal within the first two decades of life may be treatable via a molecule already targeted by approved drugs, scientists at the School of Medicine and other institutions report.
Washington University physicians adopt electronic medical records
Playing the “where’s-the-chart?” game in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery recently became obsolete when the division switched from using paper files to a fully electronic medical record system. The electronic record-keeping system adopted by the cardiothoracic division will be implemented throughout the Washington University Physicians group, a clinical practice group of more than 900 physicians that provides services throughout the region.
Study questions claims children overmedicated for ADHD
In contrast to claims that children are being overmedicated for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), School of Medicine researchers have found that many kids with ADHD are not receiving treatment. In fact, almost half of the children — within a 1,610-member study group — who might have benefited from ADHD drugs were not getting them.
Study questions claims children overmedicated for ADHD
School of Medicine researchers found that only about 58 percent of boys and about 45 percent of girls diagnosed with ADHD were receiving treatment.
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School of Medicine to go tobacco-free
The School of Medicine’s facilities and property will become entirely tobacco-free next spring in an effort to create a healthier environment.
Washington University physicians adopt electronic medical records
The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery recently switched from using paper files to a fully electronic medical record system to improve efficiency.
Fox, Simon distinguished professorships named
Two orthopaedic surgeons who have played a key role in the department’s growth were recognized with professorships.
Lessons of the heart
Photo by Tim ParkerA lesson for cardiology fellows was held July 21-22 and had 35 fellows who came from as far away as West Virginia.
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