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A well-known class of drugs used to manage Type 2 diabetes and control weight could offer hope for patients who also struggle with related chronic kidney disease (CKD), researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found.

A molecule called glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) rose significantly in the blood of patients who underwent high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), a procedure that is used to treat tremors and causes damage similar to a small stroke, UT Southwestern Medical Center scientists discovered in a new study. Their findings, published in Brain Communications, reveal a potential biomarker for stroke and could eventually lead to blood tests that quickly diagnose brain injuries.

Access to state-of-the-art microscopes, and customized microscopy training and advises on sample preparation, image quantification, automation of image analysis and more

Tens of millions worldwide have dementia, neurodegenerative diseases that affect memory, thinking, and daily routines. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been identified as a risk factor for dementia and has been associated with dementia symptoms, such as cognitive decline and impairment. However, it has been unclear how severity of CKD might affect dementia risk.

More than 100 student organizations through the Bryan Williams M.D. Student Center actively participate in and contribute to a vibrant university community.

As summer winds down and the school year approaches, it's natural for both parents and children to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety. Transitioning from the relaxed pace of summer to the structured routine of school can be challenging. Here are some tips to help your family prepare for the new school year smoothly and stress-free.

While top-notch medical knowledge is vital, faculty physicians need more to thrive. Enter emotional intelligence (EQ), a powerful but often overlooked skillset. EQ encompasses self-awareness, empathy, and social skills. By investing in EQ, faculty physicians enhance their well-being, become more effective leaders, and ultimately, unlock their full potential in academic medicine.

While everyone has a voice, being taught how to have ownership of that voice does not come easy to everyone, and in some cases the practice of advocating for yourself or others, setting boundaries, having hard conversations, and saying no can be intimidating, even to the most powerful people. We take it for granted, but the ability to use your voice authentically, fearlessly, and confidently is powerful!

I often ask my clients “who are you” and “who do you want to be…” I ask this question with the understanding that life can shift who we are and how we show up to the world and how we show up to our responsibilities and not to mention how we show up to the expectations others have placed on us.

Interpersonal conflict in teams can be frustrating and lead to dissatisfaction at work. Conflict itself is not the problem. Conflict around ideas is a necessary and productive element of high-performing teams.