University of Michigan Medical School

UM experts part of international study showing patients with Type 2 diabetes and stable heart disease have no better chance of survival if they have bypass or angioplasty

at the University of Michigan Medical School. Students at each level of the program give you an intimate look at their med school lives—their insights, ‘ah-ha’ moments, frustrations and excitement. Click on a student to read their blog.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Researchers have identified a gene that is overexpressed in up to 20 percent of breast cancers and that could be blocked in the lab by a currently available blood pressure drug, according to a new study from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center.

To stall progress of neuropathy, doctors should monitor levels of an easily measured blood fat as closely as they do blood sugar, study suggests.

Recycling could make its mark in medicine by giving millions of Atmericans the chance to donate an unexpected resource: he tiny pacemakers that help regulate their heartbeat.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - Commentary by a University of Michigan expert suggests adults may have a tougher time finding a doctor than children as America faces a shortage of primary care doctors.

Researchers examine role of white blood cells, ones that are normally protective during infections and clots, but can accelerate tissue death after stroke

ANN ARBOR, Mich. –Joseph C. Kolars, M.D., has been named the University of Michigan Medical School’s first Senior Associate Dean for Education and Global Initiatives, effective June 1, pending the approval of the U-M Board of Regents.

Excellence in medical education, patient care and research: That's what defines the University of Michigan Health System.

U-M medical students, inspired by personal experiences and international travels, will serve patients in community and military hospitals from coast to coast

Ann Arbor, Mich. – Every Saturday during football season, Michigan fans come to Ann Arbor ready to hail to the victors and support the Wolverines.On Saturday, June 13, 500 women will get their ...

Dr. Sanjay Gupta said he rarely writes speeches ahead of time, instead going with the feeling of the moment. But when the neurosurgeon, CNN medical reporter and one-time U.S. surgeon general candidate ...

This video demonstrates procedures used for patients who present to health care providers with suspected H1N1 influenza. Procedures covered include: initial isolation of the patient; wearing proper personal ...

Scans showing gliomas that did not (left) and did (right) respond to treatment. Top images are parametric response maps superimposed onto pre-treatment MRIs. Graphs show distribution of relative cerebral blood volume for entire tumor volume.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Despite enduring more invasive tests and medical procedures, patients who were treated aggressively for early stage bladder cancer had no better survival than patients who were treated less aggressively. ...

Gene therapy appears safe to regenerate gum tissue

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