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October 22, 2012

FEATURE STORY

HOT TOPICS

A woman’s own tissue is used to rebuild her ear

In a series of a half-dozen operations spanning 20 months, Johns Hopkins surgeons reconstructed the entire ear and part of the skull of a 42-year-old woman. Read more

Johns Hopkins scientists elected to Institute Of Medicine

Lawrence J. Appel and Gregg Semenza are recognized for outstanding professional achievement with election to membership in the Institute of Medicine, one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine. Read more

research

Depression, heart disease and platelets: connecting the dots

New research is under way to understand biological mechanisms linking heart disease and depression. Read more

RESEARCH

On the road to a cure for sickle cell disease

In a preliminary trial, Johns Hopkins investigators have shown that even partially matched bone marrow transplants can rid some patients of painful and debilitating symptoms, and the need for a lifetime of pain medications and blood transfusions. Read more

EDUCATION

A higher degree

The Master of Education in the Health Professions program combines strengths of Johns Hopkins' Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Education and Business. Read more

TECHNOLOGY

Meeting a burning need

Johns Hopkins-created mobile apps are addressing worldwide health care challenges. Read more

UNDER THE DOME

THE JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL
A call to 'heal thyself'
Medical and nursing students challenge themselves, peers and health care providers across the country to commit to healthier lifestyles and set a good example for patients. Read more

JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
Crossing barriers of income and language to deliver care
The Access Partnership to connect uninsured patients with Johns Hopkins specialists has expanded to serve Spanish-speaking patients at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Read more

HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL
The benefits of yoga for cancer patients and survivors
The Yoga for Tranquility program at Howard County General Hospital helps cancer patients and survivors learn how to manage stress, enhance immune function and feel better. Read more

SIBLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
A Johns Hopkins veteran takes the helm
With the retirement of longtime chief executive Robert Sloan, the hospital board is unanimous in choosing Richard “Chip” Davis as his successor. Read more

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