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Strengthening Infection Control and Vaccine Effectiveness to Improve Public Health & Hospital Safety

Elie Saade, MD, MPH, Medical Director of Infection Control, explains the critical role of infection prevention in healthcare, discusses strategies for reducing hospital-acquired infections, and the impact of interdisciplinary collaboration.

3/20/2025 By Daniel Simon, MD and Elie Saade, MD, MPH

Uncovering the Mycobiome: Fungi, Gut Health, and Disease

Mahmoud Ghannoum, PhD shares his work on the role of fungi in the microbiome and groundbreaking research on the mycobiome’s impact on health, including its role in gut disorders, autism, and cancer.

2/20/2025 By Daniel Simon, MD and Mahmoud Ghannoum, PhD

UH Cardiac surgeon on Sound of Ideas program

University Hospitals Surgeons, Ohio’s First to Provide Robotic Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Discuss Patient Benefits and Booming Program

Innovations in Cardiovascular Medicine & Surgery | February 2025

2/6/2025 By Pablo Ruda Vega, MD and Yasir Abu-Omar, MD, PhD

Optimizing Physical Performance through Regenerative Therapy and Innovative Technology

James Voos, MD, and Jacob Calcei, MD discuss osteoarthritis and regenerative therapy research, along with efforts to prevent sports injuries and enhance athletic performance through wearable technology.

1/16/2025 By Daniel Simon, MD, James E. Voos, MD, and Jacob Calcei, MD

Unlocking Prostate Cancer Screening and Genetic Insights on Aging

Jonathan Shoag, MD, discusses his innovative prostate cancer research aiming to better understand the impact of PSA screening and his groundbreaking work on the genetics of aging.

12/19/2024 By Daniel Simon, MD

Harnessing AI and Patient-Centered Research to Advance Female Pelvic Floor Health

David Sheyn, MD, shares his unique career journey to the field of urogynecology, where he now leads innovative research to advance women’s pelvic health through personalized care, AI and cutting-edge technology.

11/21/2024 By Daniel Simon, MD and David Sheyn, MD

Strengthening Pediatric Care Readiness: Expanding Resources and Standards to Save Lives

Charles Macias, MD, MPH, discusses his work leading a $48 million grant to improve pediatric disaster readiness, emphasizing the importance of everyday preparedness.

10/17/2024 By Daniel Simon, MD and Charles Macias, MD, MPH

Visionary Leadership, Innovation and Clinical Research Transform the Future of Ophthalmology

Jonathan Lass, MD, an expert in corneal transplantation and imaging, shares insights into the groundbreaking work of the UH Eye Image Analysis Reading Centers, advancements in treating various eye conditions and the future of eye care.

9/19/2024 By Daniel Simon, MD and Jonathan Lass, MD