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Patient Zero-One

The more engineers and scientists learn about AI, the more uses are designed for it. SIU Medicine has recently advanced its problem-based learning curriculum by adding AI-driven patient simulations to years 2 through 4.
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Patient Zero-One

The more engineers and scientists learn about AI, the more uses are designed for it. SIU Medicine has recently advanced its problem-based learning curriculum by adding AI-driven patient simulations to years 2 through 4.
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Patient Zero-One

The more engineers and scientists learn about AI, the more uses are designed for it. SIU Medicine has recently advanced its problem-based learning curriculum by adding AI-driven patient simulations to years 2 through 4.
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Neurosurgery research awards

2024 Surgery Resident Research Day 2nd Place: Adam Lipson, MD, PGY7 Neurosurgery for Orally Administered and Intracerebrally Infused Senotherapeutics in an Alzheimer’s Mouse Model: Effects of Biological Sex on Physical, Metabolic, and Cognitive Parameters Co-authors: Fang, Y., McFadden, S., Quinn, K., Peck, M.R., Findley, C., Pandey, S., Hill, T., Bartke, A., Hascup, K., Hascup, E. Top Poster: Nathan Nordmann, MD, PGY6 Neurosurgery for Functional Rat Model for Optogenetic Stimulation of Motor Cortex after Spinal Cord Injury Co-authors: Angelique Bernik, Nandadevi Patil, Erin Lind, Zainab
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Neurosurgery Resident Research Day

Bernik A, Patil N, Nordmann NJ , Lind E, Khalid Z, Parr AM. Functional Rat Model for Optogenetic Stimulation of Motor Cortex after Spinal Cord Injury. Presented at: 21st Annual Resident Research Day, SIU School of Medicine Department of Surgery; April 18, 2024; Springfield, IL. Cozzens JW, Lipson AB, Chin K. Age Is Not a Factor in Overall Survival After Surgery for Glioblastoma. Presented at: 21st Annual Resident Research Day, SIU School of Medicine Department of Surgery; April 18, 2024; Springfield, IL. Johns E, Weber M, Nordmann N , Graves C, Jones B, Thuppal S. Localizer MRI Images are
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Investigator-Initiated Research

The Neurosurgery Department at SIU Medicine is dedicated to advancing the field through investigator-initiated research, where faculty members design and lead studies aimed at exploring new techniques, treatments, and interventions in neurosurgery. This research is critical to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes, allowing our physicians to address key challenges in neurosurgical care. Investigator-initiated research spans a wide array of focus areas, including neuro-oncology, spinal surgery, traumatic brain injury, and neurovascular disorders. Below is a list of active and past
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Anatomy Certificate Program

The Anatomy Certificate is a graduate (post-baccalaureate) certificate program that provides students an opportunity to become proficient in anatomy teaching and will allow them to compete more effectively for jobs. Students must be currently enrolled in the MBBS program or another anatomically-based graduate degree program at SIUC (e.g. Biological Sciences, Anthropology or Zoology). However, others will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Prerequisites such as embryology and basic vertebrate anatomy are preferred, but other courses may qualify. To apply, contact Chelsea Griffith , the
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Community Conversation: Journey Through the Health Care System

The Smith Alzheimer's Center at SIU Medicine is partnering with Tina Montgomery and local organizations to dive deeper into critical topics regarding Alzheimer's and dementia, which disproportionately affect African-American communities. This series is intended to spark conversation and help educate the community about different topics surrounding dementia and is led by topic experts. On Saturday, November 2, the conversation will center around better understanding Alzheimer's and dementia, navigating the health care system, and how to advocate for your loved ones and their needs. Join us from
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Telehealth conference to share virtual health strategies

Health care providers and staff using telehealth in their practices – or who would like to – will learn about the latest innovations and developments in this evolving branch of medical care at SIU Medicine’s 2024 Telehealth Conference on Tuesday, October 29.
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