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For the inaugural installment of “Postcards from the Field,” a new series highlighting the people and partnerships advancing global health, we spoke with Mary Glory N. Ngong, author, midwife, and lead research coordinator of the Cameroon Health Initiative at UAB (CHI UAB), whose work focuses on maternal and neonatal healthcare in Cameroon. She shared her experience attending the 6th Africa Digital Health Summit (ADHS) in Abuja, Nigeria.
The Partnership Research Summer Training Program (PRSTP), directed by Upender Manne, Ph.D., Professor, Division of Anatomic Pathology, completed a successful eight-week program for the 2026 cycle.
Do-Yeon Cho, M.D., professor in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and section chief of otolaryngology at the Birmingham VA Health Care System, has received a Path to a Cure Pilot & Feasibility Award from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) to support innovative research focused on regenerating damaged airways in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF).
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Pediatrics is pleased to announce that Adolfo Molina, M.D., MSHQS, associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, has been named the W. Michael Warren Endowed Chair of Improvement Science.
For many people, navigating health care or making lifestyle changes can feel overwhelming. Oftentimes, a friendly, familiar face can make challenges like appointment follow-ups, transportation barriers, and healthy lifestyle changes feel more manageable. Community Health Coaches, also known as community health workers, are often those familiar faces. Whether they're encouraging neighbors to learn their health numbers at a local wellness event, supporting participants after a health screening, or helping residents get involved in exercise and nutrition programs, coaches play an important role in connecting communities with the resources they need to live healthier lives.
Yang Zhou, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, has received a renewal of her NIH R01 grant, extending her lab’s research into research into direct cardiac reprogramming, an emerging approach to regenerate damaged heart tissue by converting scar-forming cells into new muscle cells.
Andrew T. Hale, M.D., Ph.D., a PGY6 resident in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurosurgery, has been selected to receive the Academy Award for Best Manuscript from the American Academy of Neurological Surgery for his paper, “Integrated genomic-phenomic taxonomy of brain arteriovenous malformations.”
Tim Johnson, M.D., assistant professor, has been appointed residency program director in the UAB Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, effective July 1, 2026.
The Southeastern Biosafety Laboratory Alabama Birmingham (SEBLAB) at UAB is one of 12 Regional Biocontainment Laboratories funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease. The SEBLAB serves as a catalyst for scientific and translational discovery on biodefense and emerging infectious diseases, and aims to protect the United States from biothreats, emphasizing biodefense by supporting research for new therapeutics and diagnostics for emerging infections, and ensuring surge capacity during public health crises.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurosurgery Assistant Professor Satoru Osuka, M.D., Ph.D, and Department of Microbiology Associate Professor Masakazu Kamata, Ph.D, are among the authors of a recent study published in Neuro-Oncology, one of the leading journals in the brain tumor field.
Whether you're shopping for your first pair of glasses, replacing a favorite frame, or looking for prescription sunglasses, UAB Callahan Eyewear offers personalized service at eight convenient locations across Central Alabama.
The UAB Department of Surgery continues to build on its strong tradition of research excellence, celebrating the latest scholarly achievements of its faculty, trainees, and staff.
The Kaul Pediatric Research Institute (KPRI) continues to strengthen pediatric research by providing investigators with the resources needed to transform innovative ideas into nationally competitive research programs and externally funded studies that improve child health.
As the 2025–2026 Alabama Albert Schweitzer Fellowship concludes, seven UAB Heersink School of Medicine students— Sophia Fox, Britney Le, Grace-Anna Perry, Mykayla Walker, Li’an Williams, Lexi Witherspoon, and Dan Zhang—are recognized for completing a year of service supporting communities across Alabama. Their projects focused on education, outreach, and access to care while helping them build valuable skills in leadership and community engagement.
Adam Lucy, M.D., MSHQS, a chief general surgery resident, begins his days at UAB Hospital reviewing patient charts over caffeine and music. He then leads a team of students and junior residents through early rounds before the operating rooms are fully in motion. Each morning sets the tone for a fast-paced day focused on patient care and surgical training.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Pediatrics welcomed five new faculty members in the month of July. Please join us in making them feel at home!
The UAB Department of Surgery General Surgery Residency Program has started the new academic year, welcoming nine new trainees to the department and celebrating the graduation of its chief residents.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Pediatrics is pleased to announce that Erinn Schmit, M.D., M.Ed., associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, has been named Assistant Program Director of the Pediatric Residency Program.
As temperatures climb during summer, most people expect the physical effects of heat: sweating, fatigue, and the need to stay hydrated. What many may not realize is that heat can also take a toll on mental health.
The emergency department is constantly in motion. Monitors beep, care teams coordinate throughout the floor, and conversations overlap continually. It's exactly the kind of environment where artificial intelligence, increasingly used to transcribe patient encounters in quieter settings, still struggles to keep up. That complexity is in part why, in the UAB Department of Emergency Medicine, the job of capturing a patient's story still belongs to a person: a medical scribe.
Following decades of transformative leadership and outstanding contributions from Craig Hoesley, M.D., the UAB Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine will soon begin a national search for the next leader to advance the medical education mission as senior associate dean for medical education and chair of the Department of Medical Education.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery welcomed Lt. Gen. John. J. DeGoes, Surgeon General of the United States Air Force and U.S. Space Force, and Chief Master Sgt. James M. Woods, Chief of the Medical Enlisted Force, for a visit to see firsthand the growth and success of the military-civilian partnership between UAB and the U.S. Air Force.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Pediatrics is proud to announce that six pediatric residents have been selected as the 2026-2027 McDonald Scholars.
For medical students, travel is an essential part of training. Between presenting research at professional and scientific meetings, participating in mission trips, or taking part in away rotations, traveling as a trainee can provide many valuable opportunities. The Caduceus Club, a 60-year-old non-profit organization made up of physicians, healthcare workers, and community health advocates, supports medical students by funding these activities and encouraging them to stay in Alabama after graduation.
Need help with technology? Whether you're reporting an issue, requesting access, ordering equipment, or seeking application support, submitting a ticket with Medical Education Information Services (MEIS) is the fastest and most effective way to get assistance.
For more than two decades, Mukesh Patel, M.D., associate professor of medicine in the UAB Division of Infectious Diseases and thread leader for microbiology, has helped shape the educational experience of medical students at the UAB Heersink School of Medicine. Over that time, Patel has become a familiar face to generations of students learning the foundations of microbiology and clinical medicine.
The Medical Education Committee continues its review of each clerkship within Heersink School of Medicine. Read more for details about the Internal Medicine Clerkship review, what was identified as strengths for the rotation, and what opportunities for improvement that were found.
The Department of Medical Education continues to highlight the committed and passionate teams that contribute to the mission of Heersink School of Medicine. With the upcoming academic year just around the corner, it’s important to know the individuals who will be training the next generation of physicians.We are thrilled about the team of Clerkship Directors who will be managing the clinical rotations for our third and fourth year students this academic year.
UAB Medicine's Leadership Development Office celebrated the graduation of 18 healthcare leaders from its 12th cohort of the Institute for Leadership during a ceremony held June 24 at the Heersink Conference Center Lobby.
June is recognized as Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and this year, the city of Birmingham helped shine a light on a condition that affects millions but is often misunderstood.