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A prolific author and national speaker, Menger’s research spans a wide range of clinical and policy-focused topics, including the integration of efficient care delivery models in complex spine surgery. His academic contributions continue to inform national best practices and influence the future of neurosurgical care.
In the last 12 months, 761 neonatal and pediatric patients were transferred to Children’s & Women’s Hospital from outlying facilities.
“I think from the education and resources that I have gained through Hope Survives, and from the things that I have personally been through,” Mackey said, “that both of those helped me to be a better support for the patients and their families.”
The University of South Alabama won Best Local College and Best Local College President while USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute was named Best Oncology Practice in the 2025 Nappies.
“We truly appreciate Dr. Rager's dedication to adolescent health and to the well-being of our community,” said Benjamin Estrada, M.D., professor and interim chair of pediatrics for USA Health.
Mobile County high school students in the STEMM program completed research on environmental and health issues they see in their own neighborhoods: unsafe water, pollution, crime, and public health disparities.
The study revolves around a specific DNA repair complex formed by the proteins PMS2 and MLH1, also known as Mutl_Alpha, which is crucial for correcting DNA errors.
“Practicing in an academic health system can provide advantages to see patients with different levels of acuity as well as provide solid support for clinical and basic research,” said Ting Wei, M.D., Ph.D.
A board-certified and fellowship-trained pathologist, Bahaaeldin Youssef, M.D., brings a passion for teaching and research to USA Health and the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine.
“This award brings national attention to USA Health Providence as a leader in patient-centered care and reinforces that our community can count on us — not just in times of crisis, but in the everyday work of building healthier lives,” said Libby Turnipseed Callan, RN, DNP, accreditation, and stroke manager at Providence Hospital.
Each year, healthcare facilities qualify for awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association that demonstrate how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients.
NICU nurse manager Cathy McCurley took part in the 2024 American Organization for Nursing Leadership Nurse Manager Fellowship program and wrote the article for her capstone project.
