SIU surgeon Melanie Barnard, MD, was part of an international team of clinicians who won the $700,000 grand prize to design low-cost simulation surgical training in the Global Surgical Training Challenge.

Of the millions of women who become pregnant in the United States each year, most can expect to have healthy pregnancies and deliveries. A small percentage of women, however, will develop pregnancy complications. A pregnancy complication is a health problem occurring during pregnancy that can potentially harm the mother, baby or both. Some women will also have health problems before becoming pregnant that can affect their pregnancy. Here are some common pregnancy complications our OB-GYN providers at SIU Medicine help pregnant women prevent and manage. Anemia Anemia happens when a pregnant

Of the millions of women who become pregnant in the United States each year, most can expect to have healthy pregnancies and deliveries. A small percentage of women, however, will develop pregnancy complications. A pregnancy complication is a health problem occurring during pregnancy that can potentially harm the mother, baby or both. Some women will also have health problems before becoming pregnant that can affect their pregnancy. Here are some common pregnancy complications our OB-GYN providers at SIU Medicine help pregnant women prevent and manage. Anemia Anemia happens when a pregnant

Colorectal at-home cancer screening kit distribution. Use our easy "drive-thru" to pick up your free colorectal screening kit. Enter the drive and stay in your vehicle. We will bring your kit to you. The kit contains instructions and supplies for participants to collect a stool sample. Return completed kits via a postage-paid envelope. Test results will be sent by mail in three to four weeks. *Kits will be available while supplies last and must be returned within 10 days of pickup.

Colorectal at-home cancer screening kit distribution. Use our easy "drive-thru" to pick up your free colorectal screening kit. Enter the drive and stay in your vehicle. We will bring your kit to you. The kit contains instructions and supplies for participants to collect a stool sample. Return completed kits via a postage-paid envelope. Test results will be sent by mail in three to four weeks. *Kits will be available while supplies last and must be returned within 10 days of pickup.

Technology in health care is always evolving. It is certain to play an increasing role in the lives of today’s medical residents. The use of telehealth and other digital tools is expected to become even more widespread, and medical residents will need to be well-versed in using these technologies to provide effective care to patients. The role of medical residents is also expected to evolve as the health care system shifts towards a more team-based approach to care. Residents have delivered care via telehealth more frequently in the post-pandemic world, significantly influencing their learning

Technology in health care is always evolving. It is certain to play an increasing role in the lives of today’s medical residents. The use of telehealth and other digital tools is expected to become even more widespread, and medical residents will need to be well-versed in using these technologies to provide effective care to patients. The role of medical residents is also expected to evolve as the health care system shifts towards a more team-based approach to care. Residents have delivered care via telehealth more frequently in the post-pandemic world, significantly influencing their learning

Technology in health care is always evolving. It is certain to play an increasing role in the lives of today’s medical residents. The use of telehealth and other digital tools is expected to become even more widespread, and medical residents will need to be well-versed in using these technologies to provide effective care to patients. The role of medical residents is also expected to evolve as the health care system shifts towards a more team-based approach to care. Residents have delivered care via telehealth more frequently in the post-pandemic world, significantly influencing their learning

Telehealth, also known as telemedicine, can be a valuable tool for cancer patients to access medical care remotely. It can be particularly beneficial for cancer patients undergoing treatment, as they may have compromised immune systems and be at higher risk for infection if they visit a health care facility in person. There are several ways in which telehealth can support cancer patients. Consultations with health care providers: Telehealth can allow cancer patients to have virtual consultations with their oncologists, primary care providers, and other health care team members. This can help