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Southern Illinois University officially among top research schools in U.S.

SIU has officially entered the ranks of the top research universities in the nation: It has been designated Research 1, or R1, in the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education.
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Southern Illinois University officially among top research schools in U.S.

SIU has officially entered the ranks of the top research universities in the nation: It has been designated Research 1, or R1, in the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education.
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New procedure in Springfield provides options for high-risk patients

A breakthrough in cardiac care has arrived in central Illinois. SIU Medicine cardiologist Ahmad Al Turk, MD , assisted by Abdul Moiz Hafiz, MD and Abhishek Kulkarni, MD , recently performed the first BASILICA procedure at Springfield Memorial Hospital, bringing new hope to patients with complex heart conditions. BASILICA is an innovative technique designed to make transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) safer. TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace a failing heart valve, but for some patients, it carries a serious risk of coronary artery blockage. BASILICA helps prevent
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New procedure in Springfield provides options for high-risk patients

A breakthrough in cardiac care has arrived in central Illinois. SIU Medicine cardiologist Ahmad Al Turk, MD , assisted by Abdul Moiz Hafiz, MD and Abhishek Kulkarni, MD , recently performed the first BASILICA procedure at Springfield Memorial Hospital, bringing new hope to patients with complex heart conditions. BASILICA is an innovative technique designed to make transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) safer. TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace a failing heart valve, but for some patients, it carries a serious risk of coronary artery blockage. BASILICA helps prevent
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New procedure in Springfield provides options for high-risk patients

A breakthrough in cardiac care has arrived in central Illinois. SIU Medicine cardiologist Ahmad Al Turk, MD , assisted by Abdul Moiz Hafiz, MD and Abhishek Kulkarni, MD , recently performed the first BASILICA procedure at Springfield Memorial Hospital, bringing new hope to patients with complex heart conditions. BASILICA is an innovative technique designed to make transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) safer. TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace a failing heart valve, but for some patients, it carries a serious risk of coronary artery blockage. BASILICA helps prevent
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SIU's Correctional Medicine joins DoD Skillbridge program

SIU's Office of Correctional Medicine has joined the U.S. Department of Defense SkillBridge Program as an industry partner, creating new opportunities for transitioning service members and military spouses.
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SIU's Correctional Medicine joins DoD Skillbridge program

SIU's Office of Correctional Medicine has joined the U.S. Department of Defense SkillBridge Program as an industry partner, creating new opportunities for transitioning service members and military spouses.
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Men’s health made easy: The screenings you need at every age

Studies have found that about 60% of men avoid doctors and health screenings. Because these are important for maintaining your physical and mental well-being, taking care of yourself at a young age makes it easier to protect your health as you get older.
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Men’s health made easy: The screenings you need at every age

Studies have found that about 60% of men avoid doctors and health screenings. Because these are important for maintaining your physical and mental well-being, taking care of yourself at a young age makes it easier to protect your health as you get older.
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Men’s health made easy: The screenings you need at every age

Studies have found that about 60% of men avoid doctors and health screenings. Because these are important for maintaining your physical and mental well-being, taking care of yourself at a young age makes it easier to protect your health as you get older.
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