Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer: Not Just a Disease of Smokers
Cigarette smoking is the leading risk factor for most patients who develop lung cancer. However, some patients diagnosed with lung cancer have never smoked a cigarette. Physicians today are seeing more non-smokers and light...
Veterans Health
We Got Your Six: How Emory Healthcare Veterans Program Serves Warriors During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and with our team and warriors' health in the forefront of our minds, the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program (EHVP) paused our in-person treatment services in March in an...
Organ Transplant
Emory Transplant Center Quality Driven by Lean Methodology
Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts at the Emory Transplant Center continue to keep quality at the forefront of our daily operations. We use a technique known as Lean methodology to...
Skin
How Does Botox© Work?
Botox©, or botulinum toxin, is an injectable medication that stops muscles from moving over a short-term period, usually 3-4 months. In order for muscles to move, they must receive a signal, a chemical transmitter,...
Musculoskeletal Health
One Patient’s Story: Why Connection Matters in Orthopedic Telehealth
Junko Horvath, a certified financial planner at Fujiyama Wealth Management, is active and enjoys getting outside and exploring nature. So, when she injured her knee a few months ago on a hike, she quickly...
Cancer
Men’s Fertility After Cancer: What to Ask Your Doctor
When diagnosed with cancer, there are many decisions and treatment plans. One potential consideration is the future of your fertility. Future fertility may not be at the forefront of concern if family planning isn’t...
Men's Health
Infertility Statistics and Infertility in Men
Infertility is a common problem that affects one out of every ten couples trying to conceive. Perhaps because of social stigma, infertility is rarely publicized or discussed, despite common occurrence. Recently, several celebrities have...
Medicare
Medicare Expands Coverage for Telehealth Visits
Telehealth visits are becoming increasingly popular in the midst of COVID-19. The safety and convenience of speaking with a medical provider from the comfort of your own living room has many patients signing up...
