For seven years, the Brown Advocates for Social Change and Equity (BASCE) program has led in advancing social justice in healthcare. "What we’re trying to do here … is to improve health care for everyone,” says Assitant Dean of Curriculum for Diversity Anne Vera Cruz, PhD. #DEI

“You have to kind of look at it in terms of it not being the end of the story, but the beginning of a really exciting approach," Suzanne De La Monte, professor of pathology and laboratory medicine and of neurosurgery, said of the study. More: ow.ly/ELn050SX7GW

Dr. Simin Liu, Professor of Surgery and Medicine, contributed to a new national GI database, improving insights into U.S. carb quality. 🔗 Learn more about how this research is shaping healthcare: ow.ly/WOiW50SX95F

Samuel Hochberger, MD'27's editorial sheds light on the ethical dilemmas faced in healthcare. “The temptation to climb the never-ending ladder of prestige, profit, and power is at odds with the core values of the practice of medicine.” Read: ow.ly/WpjM50SXRuS

Maribel Veiga’s passion for medicine began with her father’s fight against cancer. Thanks to the Rhode to Medicine program at Brown, she’s on the path to becoming a physician. Read more about how this program is shaping future healthcare professionals: ow.ly/Nxuk50T6vuF

A new study with Brown University researchers reveals significant disparities in access to proton beam therapy for cancer patients. Only 1/3 of U.S. patients live within an hour’s drive of a center. Learn more about these findings. ow.ly/U9jR50SX8qK #CancerTreatment

"A World of Hurt," a compelling documentary on medical #malpractice, produced by Asst. Prof. Mark Brady and directed by Alexander Homer ’21 MD’25 and Viknesh Kasthuri ’21 MD’25, highlights systemic issues affecting both patients and doctors. More: ow.ly/HIrN50SXSmx

Assoc. Prof. Alexis Gimovsky and Professor Methodius Tuuli explore #AI in #obstetrics in their latest editorial! They highlight a study showing how a low-cost AI tool for estimating gestational age matches traditional methods in accuracy. Read: ow.ly/ncHC50SXT7A

Don't forget! The 2024 State of BioMed Address is coming up, where Mukesh K. Jain, MD, will share key updates on the Division of Biology and Medicine. Register by September 10 to attend. A livestream will be available for those who can't make it in person: ow.ly/77xf50T6BM5

Explore the genetic roots of addiction with Karla Kaun this National Recovery Month. Her research challenges the willpower myth, revealing a strong genetic basis for addiction. Genes aren't static; they dance with lifestyle choices and medications: theconversation.com/alcohol-and-dr…

Dr. John Solomon Jr. from The Warren Alpert Medical School wrote a powerful editorial on how social issues impact public health and the role of local businesses in fostering community cohesion. 🔗 How he says we can better support our communities: valleybreeze.com/opinion/on-doc…

Congrats to Dr. Brett Owens, named one of Becker’s top 5 sports medicine leaders! As professor of orthopedics and chief of sports medicine at Miriam Hospital, his work in arthroscopic repairs and complex reconstructions is leading the way. 🔗: ow.ly/3HPH50T6Mn4

Stephen Marcaccio MD'17 RES'22, clinical assistant professor of orthopedics, sat down with PBN to answer 5 questions about his new role working in sports medicine at University Orthopedics. 🔗 Read the full Q&A to learn more: ow.ly/hZ6E50SX9Ah

Check out this new Brown-led research that not only enhances our understanding of brain injury but also opens doors for potential therapeutic strategies: Learn more: ow.ly/xMm950T4u2l #BrainResearch #Neuroscience

Stephanie Hartselle F’12, MD, is not just a psychiatrist at Brown—she’s also a consultant ensuring accurate depictions of mental illness in film and TV. From Birds of Prey to comic adaptations, she helps bring depth and authenticity to the screen. More: ow.ly/3YAk50SZIyQ

Jie Tang, associate professor of medicine and surgery, contributed to a study that found the #hypertension drug losartan may lower the risk of #epilepsy: ow.ly/SRRZ50T6Uaz #EpilepsyResearch

Fatima Mirza RES’25, MD, MPH, Rohaid Ali RES’25, MD and their team used ChatGPT to simplify surgical consent forms to help patients make informed decisions and strengthens trust in care. 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/5Emw50SZHoT #HealthTech #AI #PatientCare

.Brown EEOB Prof. Dov Sax co-authored a study showing how climate change could lead to massive losses of tropical plant species in mountainous regions. 🔗 Discover more about this vital study and the importance of climate action: onegreenplanet.org/environment/st… #ClimateChange

1 week left until the 2nd Annual Legorreta Cancer Center Translational Oncology Symposium on Sept 14! Legorreta Cancer Center at Brown University

The Brown Journal of Medical Humanities (BJMH) is here! Founded by Jane Zafran ’23 Nathalie Felton ’23, Elyse Forman ’23, and Jason Peres Da Silva ’23, this journal features diverse perspectives on medicine through writing, art, and podcasts. More: medicine.at.brown.edu/healing-arts/