Savannah Koplon

Savannah Koplon

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Public Relations Manager, Health and Medicine

skoplon@uab.edu • (205) 641-1211

Leads external communications in healthcare, biomedical research and for UAB's six professional schools; Dentistry, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, Optometry and Public Health. Koplon and her team proactively tell the story of UAB health and medicine, including patient stories, innovative research and new therapies, through original content and extensive collaborations with local, national and international media. The team works reactively to ensure appropriate experts are connected with media within their deadline.

Specific beats include: Health System Administration; Heersink School of Medicine (Administration, Student News, Education); Issues Management; Medical Facilities; Medical Partnerships; Precision Medicine; Infectious Diseases; Emergency Medicine; Civitan International Research Center; CCTS;  Department of Informatics; Department of Surgery (Transplantation, Xenotransplantation); Libraries (Reynolds Historical Library, Alabama Museum of the Health Sciences, Lister Hill library)

How to overcome COVID-19 fatigue

How to overcome COVID-19 fatigue
With many experiencing COVID-19 fatigue and burnout as winter months approach, UAB experts provide key resources and tips for creating a plan for your physical and emotional health.

Research Goes Red grant allows for new research in women’s cardiovascular health promotion

Research Goes Red grant allows for new research in women’s cardiovascular health promotion
Funding from the American Heart Association will help promote preventive attitudes regarding cardiovascular health through a virtual campaign.

Richter named president of the American Urogynecologic Society

Richter named president of the American Urogynecologic Society
A UAB urogynecologist has been selected to lead the national nonprofit organization, which represents professionals dedicated to treating female pelvic floor disorders.

Flu and COVID-19: how to tell the difference this winter and stay safe

Flu and COVID-19: how to tell the difference this winter and stay safe
The flu and COVID-19 have several overlapping symptoms and could cause a “twindemic” this winter. How can you protect yourself and family from both viruses?

COVID-19 rate among dentists less than 1 percent, UAB co-written report finds

COVID-19 rate among dentists less than 1 percent, UAB co-written report finds
A national report co-written by a UAB dentist found that dentists who were assumed to be at increased risk of COVID exposure had a less than 1 percent infection rate of COVID-19.

Tips to enjoying college life during COVID times

Tips to enjoying college life during COVID times
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted many aspects of normal life, but infectious diseases experts explain ways to enjoy the semester while minimizing health risks.

New recommendations for treatment and prevention of HIV infection in adults led by UAB expert

New recommendations for treatment and prevention of HIV infection in adults led by UAB expert
New recommendations for treatment and prevention of HIV infection in adults will help guide physicians and patients in HIV therapies and treatment regimens.

UAB Medicine expands cancer services and care at the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at Acton Road

UAB Medicine expands cancer services and care at the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at Acton Road
The UAB Medicine O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at Acton Road is expanding services to bring high-quality cancer care to others in the community.

Huh named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Huh named chair of Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Warner K. Huh, M.D., will assume the role of OBGYN chair in the UAB School of Medicine on Nov. 1.

Is traditional trick-or-treating safe during COVID-19?

Is traditional trick-or-treating safe during COVID-19?
While Halloween may look different this year, families can still safely enjoy treat-or-treating with some COVID-friendly changes.
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