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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 22h

Heiko Yang, MD, PhD, has received a National Institutes of Health grant to study earthworm 🪱 hemoglobin as a substitute for red blood cells 🩸 in the machines that keep deceased donor organs alive ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/department-of-surgery/earthworms-blood-substitute-organ-perfusion

Are Earthworms the Answer to Perfusion Woes?

Heiko Yang, MD, PhD, received an NIH grant to study earthworm hemoglobin as a substitute for blood in the machines that keep deceased donor organs alive.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 2d

New research led by CU Anschutz School of Medicine Chief Well-Being Officer Lotte Dyrbye, MD, MHPE, finds that smartwatches may contribute to reducing burnout and improving resilience.

Learn more: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/smartwatch-burnout-research-dyrbye

Can Wearing a Smartwatch Combat Burnout?

New research led by CU Anschutz School of Medicine Chief Well-Being Officer Lotte Dyrbye, MD, MHPE, finds that smartwatches may contribute to reducing burnout and improving resilience.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 4d

Jessica Clawson, MD, is researching how chat systems are used by hospital care teams and what improvements can be made to support the health care workforce and enhance patient experience. Learn more in part four of our research series: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/secure-chats-research-2025

Why Studying Hospital Chatter Matters

A quarter of a hospital clinician’s day can be spent messaging about their work. A new research focus aims to figure out how to improve secure message efficiency for the sake of providers and patients...

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 4d

Congrats to Children's Hospital Colorado! We're proud of all our faculty members and all those who make the top-of-the-line pediatric care possible. This recognition is a testament to the hard work done every day for the youngest patients!

Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 4d

We are proud to share that we are once again ranked in the Top 10 #BestChildrensHospitals by @usnews.com! #USNews #PedSky #pediatrics

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 4d

Rising CU Anschutz School of Medicine second-year students participate in an operating room simulation exercise to prepare for their clinical rotations ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/operating-room-simulation-medical-students

Simulation Gives Second-Year Medical Students an Early Introduction to the Operating Room

Second-year students at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine got a taste of what the operating room is like at a simulation exercise on campus.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 8d

Virginia Borges, MD, MMSc, professor of medical oncology, breaks down how to prevent breast cancer and more ⬇️

CU Cancer Center @cucancercenter.bsky.social · 10d

CU Cancer Center's Virginia Borges, MD, MMSc, is kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month by sharing why we've seen a rise in breast cancer cases in younger women.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 9d

Researchers in the Department of Psychiatry at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine found that the drug tolcapone increases behavioral control by increasing activation of the prefrontal cortex to help treat alcohol use disorder. https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/tolcapone-alcohol-use-disorder

CU Anschutz School of Medicine Researchers Identify New Method for Treating Alcohol Use Disorder

CU researchers found that tolcapone may treat alcohol use disorder by increasing activation of the prefrontal cortex, improving behavioral control.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 9d

We are excited to announce the appointment of Vik Bebarta, MD, as Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine, effective October 1. Read the full announcement: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/vik-bebarta-dem-chair-announcement

Vik Bebarta, MD, Named Chair of CU Anschutz Department of Emergency Medicine

Vik Bebarta, MD, has been named Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine, effective October 1.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 11d

Fan Zhang, PhD, and the researchers in the Zhang Lab are helping lead the way toward potential new treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. Learn more in part three of our research series: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/ai-single-cell-autoimmune-research-2025

Using Novel AI and Single-Cell Techniques to Advance Autoimmune Therapies

In the Zhang Lab at the CU Anschutz School of Medicine, researchers work to uncover pathways that could lead to targeted therapeutics for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 12d

With treatment at the @@cucancercenter.bsky.social, Denver Broncos passing game specialist Zack Grossi is cancer-free ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/cancer-center/denver-broncos-coach-zack-grossi-yolk-sac-tumor

Denver Broncos Coach Finds the Perfect Treatment Team at the CU Cancer Center

Diagnosed with a yolk sac tumor in 2024, Denver Broncos coach Zack Grossi was treated by Laura Graham, MD, after a chance meeting in the ER.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 14d

The Anschutz Foundation has committed up to $50 million to CU Anschutz to jumpstart a sweeping new initiative in mental health ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/news-stories/cu-anschutz-receives-50m-challenge-gift-to-transform-mental-health-care

CU Anschutz Receives $50M Challenge Gift to Transform Mental Health Care

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 15d

What do researchers know about the causes of autism? Where does Tylenol potentially factor in? In this Q&A with Sandra Friedman, MD, MPH, professor of pediatrics, she answers these questions and more ⬇️
https://bit.ly/42eMyhQ

What to Know About Unverified Links Between Acetaminophen and Autism

When used appropriately, acetaminophen is safe for pregnant women and their unborn babies, says CU Anschutz developmental pediatrician Sandra Friedman, MD, MPH.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 16d

James Dylewski, DO, is among a group of researchers and clinicians seeking to better understand rare kidney disease and how to more effectively treat patients. Read more about the study in part two of our research series: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/research-series-neptune-2025

A Clinical Study at the Forefront of Investigating Rare Kidney Diseases

NEPTUNE, a multi-site clinical study, brings together different types of researchers to learn more about what drives some types of kidney disease.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 18d

Lavanya Kondapalli, MD, associate professor of cardiology, and other physicians published an in-depth review article, “The Impact of Mental Health on Cardiovascular Disease in Women.” Read about this new research ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/research-women-heart-mental-health

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 21d

It's not yet fall, but it's a great time to start preparing for ski season. We asked CU sports medicine physician Eric McCarty, MD, for advice on building up endurance prior to ski season. Read the full Q&A: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/ski-season-injury-prevention-mccarty

An Orthopedic Surgeon’s Advice for Avoiding Ski Season Injuries

The weeks leading up to a day on the slopes are a big part of staying healthy, says CU sports medicine physician Eric McCarty, MD.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 23d

@cuanschutz.bsky.social is launching a new program in collaboration with the @cucancercenter.bsky.social and CU Innovations aimed at tackling pancreatic cancer, thanks to a $15 million philanthropic gift ⬇️
https://bit.ly/3VpTpkC

CU Anschutz Launches Groundbreaking Pancreatic Cancer Program with $15 Million Philanthropic Gift

New CU Anschutz program harnesses AI and data technologies to uncover treatment breakthroughs and improvie outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 23d

CU endocrinologist Linda A. Barbour, MD, MSPH, FACP, was part of a multidisciplinary panel that developed new pregnancy and preconception care recommendations for women with preexisting diabetes ⬇️
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/endocrine-diabetes-reproductive-guidelines

Endocrine Experts Unveil New Guidelines for Women with Preexisting Diabetes in Pregnancy and Preconception Care

CU School of Medicine professor Linda Barbour, MD, explains newly-released diabetes and pregnancy recommendations from the Endocrine Society and the European Society of Endocrinology.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 24d

Part one of our new research series looks at the Ost Lab to learn about the 'dark side' of gut microbes. Read more about the work of Kyla Ost, PhD: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/research-series-ost-lab

Investigating the ‘Dark Side’ of Gut Microbes in the Ost Lab

A healthy gut microbiome is a balancing act, but things can go awry. CU School of Medicine researcher Kyla Ost, PhD, wants to know the mechanisms that make that so.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 25d

Changes at the federal level have caused confusion around annual COVID vaccinations, but Colorado has taken actions to try to maintain access to the shots. @drhigginsmd.bsky.social helps to answer some common questions: https://coloradosun.com/2025/09/08/covid-vaccine-what-to-know-fda-kennedy/

Can you get a COVID vaccine this year in Colorado? Here’s what to know.

Can you get a COVID vaccine in 2025? Here are answers to all your questions about how to get a COVID vaccine in Colorado and who is eligible.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · 28d

Our latest research series showcases the work of the CU School of Medicine's research community. From tiny microbes to nationwide clinical studies, they share a common goal of improving human health. Read the series introduction here: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/research-series-intro-2025

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · Sep 10

We hope to see you at the campus Block Party! The event goes until 2 p.m. today.

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University of Colorado Anschutz @cuanschutz.bsky.social · Sep 8

Healing, discovery and hope happen when we dream and work in concert with each other. From restoring sound and sight to advancing brain health, #CUAnschutz is leading research that brings new hope to patients everywhere.

✨ Never dream alone. Discover more here: cuanschutz.edu/dreams

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · Sep 8

What happens in your brain when you see something beautiful? CU researchers are looking to psychedelics to help understand how the brain interprets aesthetic experiences. Read the full Q&A to learn more:
https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/brain-psychedelics-neuroaesthetics

Beauty and the Brain: Researchers Look to Psychedelics to further the Study of Neuroaesthetics

Understanding how the brain interprets aesthetic experiences could benefit greatly from psychedelics, researchers from the CHAOS Lab at the CU School of Medicine say.

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · Sep 5

September is Women in Medicine Month, a time to celebrate the transformative contributions of women across all areas of academic medicine. A message from Dean Sampson celebrates the essential contributions of women across our campus. Read the full message: https://bit.ly/3VC6M12

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CU Anschutz School of Medicine @cumedicalschool.bsky.social · Sep 4

A virtual-health initiative in the Denver Public Schools (DPS) has increased access to health services at dozens of schools with more than 11,000 students combined. Read more about how the program is removing barriers to care: https://news.cuanschutz.edu/medicine/burnett-cherabie-school-virtual-care

A Telehealth Program Expands Vital Medical Services in Denver Schools

CU School of Medicine faculty at Denver Health have developed a telehealth program to complement the network of health clinics housed in Denver's schools.

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