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Corrective options for aging vision

July 31, 2025 eyedrops, eyesight, Glasses, lenses, ophthalmology, vision

Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal discusses different corrective options for aging vision, including monovision and refractive lens exchange.

A medical professional, seen from behind, is tying the strings of a blue surgical cap. The individual is wearing a dark scrub top and is in an operating room with bright surgical lights and various medical equipment visible in the background.

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How robotic-assisted Whipple surgery is changing pancreatic cancer care

July 30, 2025 Dr. Derek Erstad, Dr. E. Ramsay Camp, Dr. George Van Buren, Dr. Omar Barakat, Dr. William Fisher, pancreatic cancer, Whipple surgery

The Whipple procedure, or pancreaticoduodenectomy, has long been one of the most complex and challenging operations in surgical oncology. Used to treat cancers and other

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Is there such a thing as showering too much? A dermatologist explains.

July 29, 2025 Department of Dermatology, exfoliate, shower, Skin Care, Skin of Color Clinic, soap

Dr. Oyetewa Asempa explains how to properly shower to treat your skin while offering tips on how to best wash yourself.

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Welcome new School of Medicine, Graduate School and School of Health Professions students!

July 28, 2025 Genetic Counseling Program, Graduate School for Biomedical Sciences, new students, Orthotics and Prosthetics Program, Physician Assistant Program, School of Health Professions, School of Medicine

Learn more about our newest students in the School of Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and School of Health Professions.

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Patient finds relief after adrenal gland tumor removed by Baylor endocrine surgeon

July 23, 2025 adrenal gland tumor, cortisol, Division of Surgical Oncology, endocrine surgery, robotic surgery

Learn more about Baylor Medicine patient’s adrenal gland tumor and the removal process by Dr. Feibi Zheng.

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Welcome new residents and fellows!

July 22, 2025 fellows, Fellowship, Residency Program, Residents, Trainees

Learn more about our newest residents and fellows as they start the newest chapter of their journey at Baylor College of Medicine.

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After the cord is cut: Understanding cord blood banking

July 17, 2025 cord blood, cord blood banking, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, umbilical cord

Dr. Efua Leke offers insight into the cord blood banking process, options available to parents and the benefits of donating cord blood.

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A new way to treat varicose veins without surgery

July 16, 2025 Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, injection, minimally invasive, treatment, varicose veins

Dr. Zachary Pallister discusses a new way to treat varicose veins without surgery through injectable foam.

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Healthy Habits: Dr. Roy Williams Jr. starts his day with exercise

July 7, 2025 Exercise, Healthy Habits, running, weightlifting

Dr. Roy Williams Jr., assistant professor in the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, shares some of his healthy habits with us.

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Surviving cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula: Sandy Tovey’s journey

July 2, 2025 Cancer, David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery, esophageal cancer, thoracic surgery, tracheoesophageal fistula

Learn more about Sandy Tovey’s battle with esophageal cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula, as well as her recovery after complications.