Monthly Archives: October 2020
Read the transcript from Dr. Balser’s video message
Today, as we experience the change of seasons, I want to bring you up to date on our COVID-19 response. Back in March, when the pandemic began in our region, we faced many unknowns. We were just learning about the virus: how it spread, the damage it co… Continue reading
Message from Dr. Jeff Balser, President and CEO, about vigilance during the current COVID surge and hopeful signs for the future
Dr. Jeff Balser provides an update on the growth of COVID cases in our region, VUMC’s continuing role as the vital health care provider, and some signs of progress against COVID on the horizon. Continue reading
Colonoscopist Performance and Colorectal Cancer Risk after Adenoma Removal to Stratify Surveillance: two nationwide observational studies
Colonoscopy surveillance after adenoma removal is an increasing burden in many countries. Surveillance recommendations consider characteristics of removed adenomas, but not colonoscopist performance. We investigated the impact of colonoscopist performa… Continue reading
Winter is coming! Clinical, immunological, and practical considerations for vaccinating patients with IBD during the COVID pandemic
Worldwide Burden of, Risk Factors for, and Trends in Pancreatic Cancer
We evaluated global and regional burdens of, risk factors for, and epidemiologic trends in pancreatic cancer among groups of different sexes and ages. Continue reading