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Medical Students Open Free Health Care Clinic

  • By URochester Medicine Communications
  • Apr. 6, 2009
In a time of economic stress, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry students have opened a weekly free clinic for the homeless, working people without insurance as well as those ...
"Brain Attack" Gets Fast Tracked at Strong Memorial "Brain Attack" Gets Fast Tracked at Strong Memorial

"Brain Attack" Gets Fast Tracked at Strong Memorial

  • By Germaine Reinhardt
  • Mar. 31, 2009
A new streamlined triage system at Strong Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) is providing rapid evaluation and specialized treatments to "brain attack", or stroke, patients.
Ultrasound Saves Money, Improves Rheumatologic Care Ultrasound Saves Money, Improves Rheumatologic Care Research

Ultrasound Saves Money, Improves Rheumatologic Care

  • By URochester Medicine Communications
  • Mar. 30, 2009
Though traditionally associated with prenatal care, rheumatologists are leveraging ultrasound technology as an inexpensive, at-their-fingertips tool for viewing soft tissues right in the office.
Blood Test for Brain Injuries Gains Momentum Blood Test for Brain Injuries Gains Momentum Research

Blood Test for Brain Injuries Gains Momentum

  • By Leslie Orr
  • Mar. 30, 2009
A blood test that can help predict the seriousness of a head injury and detect the status of the blood-brain barrier is a step closer to reality, according to two recently published studies involving ...