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With over 18 years of service, UAB Spain Rehab speech pathologist Lyndsey Holcombe discusses the rehabilitation process and the resources available at UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center that help to facilitate patients' recovery. #UABSpainRehab
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Nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections are 10X more prevalent than tuberculosis infections. Bryan Garcia, MD, discusses the likely origins of NTM, who is most at risk to be infected by these ubiquitous bacteria, and the criteria for diagnosis. fal.cn/3wURj

Join the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB new monthly patient newsletter to get the latest on their support groups, events, patient stories, and other resources. Visit fal.cn/3wUJj to sign up.

UAB is partnering with Bibb Medical Center to provide rural Alabama patients with care closer to home, which will include screening and diagnostic modalities for colon and stomach cancers, as well as reflux disease and swallowing difficulty.
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UAB Medicine is one of only 16 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Model System of Care Programs in the nation. These programs are certified in providing excellent care to patients with TBI at every stage. To learn more, visit fal.cn/3wRkp
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In observance of National #AthleticTraining Month in March, UAB Medicine Outpatient #PhysicalTherapy is proud to recognize our frontline trainers, who help keep our athletes and communities healthy, safe, and performing at their highest possible level. 👏

Join UAB Medicine in honoring our medical social workers during National Professional Social Work Month. Social workers help patients navigate the entire medical system, acting as partners during what can be a complex health care journey. fal.cn/3wPC2

In observance of #ColorectalCancer Awareness Month in March, Patrick McCrocklin shares his story of survival, which he credits to the excellent care he received at the UAB Multidisciplinary Colorectal Clinic.
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Join UAB this May 2023 for the 10th Annual Blazer Bolt for #BrainCancer 5K run/walk, 1-mile fun run, and survivor walk!
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Meet Kondal Kyanam Kabir Baig, MD, a gastroenterologist. He specializes in advanced #endoscopy and stays on the cutting edge of #gastroenterology . One of the most satisfying aspects of his job is being able to provide comfort to his patients.
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Join UAB this May 2023 for the 10th Annual Blazer Bolt for #BrainCancer 5K run/walk, 1-mile fun run, and survivor walk!
For more information, visit: blazerbolt.com

Continuous glucose monitoring is “such a useful and impactful behavior modification tool” that half of his patients now use these devices, said Fernando Ovalle, M.D., director of UAB’s Multidisciplinary Comprehensive Diabetes Clinic. go.uab.edu/42pBnBj UAB Comprehensive Diabetes Center

It's important to diagnose patients with GERD to help avoid esophageal damage and even cancer. James Callaway, MD, a gastroenterologist, and Kristen Wong, MD, a surgeon, discuss the progressive steps they take in diagnosing, managing, and treating GERD. fal.cn/3wLu1

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. Read below to learn the different kinds of brain injuries and what causes them. #UABSpainRehab UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation UAB-TBIMS

A new study conducted by investigators at UAB - published in Movement Disorders Journal - indicates that inflammation is associated with #Parkinsons disease early in the disease’s progression, independent of treatment for the disease.
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Hepatitis C (HCV) affects around 40k people in AL. Although largely curable, it affects vulnerable populations that may not get tested or pursue treatment. Drs. Franco & Fettig discuss their work to eradicate HCV as part of the ABC Clinic. fal.cn/3wJfw