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The article titled “Extracellular NAD+ enhances PARP-dependent DNA repair capacity independently of CD73 activity” outlines the importance of NAD+, also known as an “energy molecule.” NAD+ is essential for survival of every cell in the body, and plays an important role in cancer research and treatment efficacy.
The MCI Specialty Pharmacy, located at the main Mitchell Cancer Institute Office in Mobile, was launched in 2018.
USA Health University Urology now offers a minimally invasive procedure – mini percutaneous nephrolithotomy (mini PCNL) – for the treatment of kidney stones.
William Richards, M.D., professor and chair of surgery at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and director of the USA Surgical Weight Loss Center, will become president of the Southeastern Surgical Congress (SESC) on Feb. 9 at the group’s annual meeting in New Orleans.
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Caroline Smith has been named director of development for USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute. In her new role, she will develop and implement a strategic, comprehensive development program for the Mitchell Cancer Institute.
Griffin Wright, a University of South Alabama Basic Medical Sciences Graduate Program, is the recipient of the USA College of Medicine Pre-Doctoral Fellowship Award.
Rotation for emergency medicine residents sends them on calls with paramedics and firefighters in Orange Beach. The goal: sharpen their skills to provide better care.
Betty Bullock has been recognized for her dedication and professionalism throughout her career at USA Health.
Malik McMullin, a fourth-year medical student at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, takes us on a journey of his everyday life as he explains the rigors of medical school.
Steve Lim, Ph.D., associate professor of biochemistry and molecular biology at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, was awarded a one-year $50,000 grant to investigate the pathological contribution of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMC) in atherosclerosis.
The designation recognizes the care team’s participation in educational requirements on the wise use of antibiotics.
