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News Archive from November 2011

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November 15, 2011

Jefferson Psychiatrist: Take Two Websites and Call me in the Morning

Dr. Rajnish Mago, pyschiatrist at Jefferson, prescribes patients Internet websites after their appointments on actual prescription pads made specifically for Internet sites.

November 14, 2011

Impact of Timing on Carotid Artery Stenting in Patients after Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack Evaluated

Jefferson researchers analyze impact of timing on carotid artery stenting in patients after stroke or transient ischemic attack.

November 14, 2011

Jefferson Researchers Examine Outcomes of Carotid Artery Stenting Following Prior Carotid Endarterectomy or Stenting

A new study shows that carotid artery stenting (CAS) following prior same-side carotid artery revascularization is safe, effective and results in lower incidences of in-hospital death, stroke and heart attack compared to first-time CAS for carotid artery stenosis.

November 08, 2011

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital First Academic Medical Center to Offer FDA-Approved BRAF Mutation Test for Melanoma Patients

New diagnostic tool part of Jefferson's personalized approach to treating melanoma patients.

November 08, 2011

A New Definition for Periprosthetic Joint Infection

Rothman at Jefferson researchers lead push for universal diagnostic criteria for infections in joint prosthesis.

Featured in the Media

Featured November 29, 2011

Drs. Yeo and Brody Highlighted in Jewish Exponent Story About Pancreatic Cancer

Dr. Charles Yeo, chair of the Department of Surgery at Jefferson, is interviewed by the Jewish Exponent about the fourth deadliest form of cancer in the United States.

Featured November 28, 2011

Dr. Kavuru Talks to WHYY Radio About Early Detection for Lung Cancer

Dr. Mani Kavuru discusses Jefferson's Lung Cancer Screening Program and new research showing greater success in early detection of lung cancer using CT scans.

Featured November 25, 2011

Dr. Axelrod Quoted in HemOnc Today About Chest Radiographic Screening

Dr. Rita Axelrod comments on annual chest radiographic screening and lung cancer mortality rates.

Featured November 25, 2011

Dr. Cognetti Featured in HemOnc Today About HPV Vaccinations for Boys

Dr. David Cognetti, co-director of the Jefferson Center for Head and Neck Surgery, comments on routine HPV vaccinations for 11- to 12-year-old boys.

Featured November 25, 2011

Dr. Harrop Comments on Neuroscience Research Funding Initiative in Philadelphia Inquirer

Dr. James Harrop comments on a recent neuroscience research funding initiative in a Philadelphia Inquirer story.

Featured November 25, 2011

KYW Newsradio Interviews Dr. Willcox About Hearing Loss

Dr. Thomas Willcox talks about a recent study on the number of American teens and adults suffering from hearing loss.

Featured November 21, 2011

Jefferson Dermatologist Quoted in Reuters Article About Link Between Oral Antibiotics for Acne Treatment and Sore Throats

A new study found that young adults taking oral antibiotics for acne may be more likely to get sore throats.

Featured November 20, 2011

Dr. Kraft on KYW Newsradio About Buprenorphine Clinical Trial for Weaning Newborns off Mothers' Painkillers

Dr. Walter Kraft explains his recent clinical trial to test buprenorphine as a treatment for babies to help wean them off mothers' painkillers and shorten hospital stays.

Featured November 17, 2011

Dr. Austin Featured in Aging Well Magazine Article about Joint Replacements

Dr. Matthew Austin, director of Joint Replacement at the Rothman Institute at Jefferson, is interviewed about joint replacement for aging adults.

Featured November 17, 2011

Dr. Falkner Participates in Philly.com Live Web Chat About High Cholesterol in Children

Dr. Bonita Falkner participated in a live web chat on Philly.com about the new NIH guidelines for cholesterol screening and high cholesterol diagnosis in children.

Featured November 16, 2011

Dr. Willcox Comments on Auditory Stimulation in Philadelphia Daily News

Dr. Thomas Willcox, director of the Jefferson Hearing and Balance Center, is interviewed about auditory stimulation.

Featured November 14, 2011

ABCNews.com Interviews Dr. Kraft About Newborns Going Through Withdrawal from Painkillers

Dr. Walter Kraft, director of the Clinical Research Unit at Jefferson, is interviewed by ABCNews.com about newborns going through withdrawal from their mothers' painkillers.

Featured November 14, 2011

Dr. Young Comments On the Triggers of Migraine Headache in Courier Post

Dr. William Young, director of the Inpatient Program at Jefferson Headache Center, explains the four main steps he uses to determine how to control the pain when his patients first come in for a visit.

Featured November 12, 2011

Dr. Gomella Talks to KYW Newsradio About New Light Cystscopy to Better Detect Bladder Cancer

Dr. Leonard Gomella, chair of the Department of Urology, discusses the new light cystoscopy offered at Jefferson that better detects bladder cancer.

Featured November 11, 2011

Dr. Brody on NPR's 'This American Life' to Discuss Killing Cancer Cells with Sound Waves

Dr. Jonathan Brody talks about his collaboration with composer Anthony Holland to investigate a novel pancreatic cancer treatment, killing cancer cells with sound waves.

Featured November 11, 2011

Dr. Doghramji Shares Tips for a Good Night's Rest in Be Well Philly Blog

Dr. Karl Doghramji, director of the Jefferson Sleep Disorders Center, shares some do's and don'ts for feeling well rested.

Featured November 11, 2011

Jefferson Psychoanalyst Talks to Philadelphia Inquirer About Governor Rick Perry's Memory Lapse During Live Debate

Dr. Salman Akhtar talks about Governor Rick Perry's recent memory lapse during a recent televised presidential debate.

Featured November 10, 2011

Dr. Dicker Featured on WITF-TV's 'Facing Cancer Together' Series

Dr. Dicker is interviewed about his research on Wikipedia as a source for cancer information.

Featured November 09, 2011

ABCNews.com Interviews Dr. Viscusi About Michael Jackson's Physician's Use of Propofol

Jefferson anesthesiologist Eugene Viscusi discusses Dr. Conrad Murray, Michael Jackson's physician, and his use of propofol.

Featured November 09, 2011

Dr. Niels Martin and Jefferson Patient Rebecca Levenberg Featured on 6 ABC

Former Jefferson patient Rebecca Levenberg and her trauma surgeon Dr. Niels Martin are featured in a 6ABC story about Rebecca's inspiring journey to walk 1,000 miles on her prosthetic leg.

Featured November 09, 2011

Dr. Peiper and New BRAF Mutation Test for Melanoma Patients Featured in GenomeWeb

GenomeWeb article features Dr. Stephen Peiper and Jefferson as the first academic medical center to offer the newly FDA-approved BRAF mutation test for melanoma patients.

Featured November 08, 2011

Dr. Rao Talks About Physicians Utilizing More High-End Images When They are Equipment Owners in Reuters Health Article

Dr. Vijay Rao comments on doctors utilizing high-end images more often when they own the equipment.

Featured November 07, 2011

Dr. DiNicola Comments on Visualization as Coping Method for Children with Cancer in Philadelphia Inquirer

Integrative pediatrician Christina DiNicola, MD, FAAP, comments about the use of visualization and guided imagery as coping tools for children battling cancer.

Featured November 04, 2011

Dr. Bettina Herbert on KYW Newsradio Discussing New Study Linking Antibiotics and Obesity

A new study concludes that antibiotics may change the bacterial environment of the digestive tract and contribute to obesity.

Featured November 01, 2011

Dr. Flomenberg and Dolores Grosso, DNP, Featured in Philadelphia Tribune Story About Half-Match Bone Marrow Transplant

Jefferson patient Melvin McKeiver is now cancer free after receiving a half-match bone marrow transplant under the direction of Dr. Neal Flomenberg and nurse practitioner Dolores Grosso.