Jina Sawani
Senior Public Relations Representative

Sawani handles communications for several departments across Michigan Medicine, including the University of Michigan Medical School, gastroenterology/digestive diseases, hepatology, otolaryngology and government relations. She's passionate about fostering a sense of unity and bridging gaps between cultures through the art of storytelling. Prior to joining U-M in 2017, she worked in public affairs and political communications in Washington, D.C., and Southeastern Michigan. Contact: [email protected].

Jina Sawani
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Study shows promising treatment for tinnitus
Tinnitus, the ringing, buzzing or hissing sound of silence, impacts 15% of adults in the United States have tinnitus. A recent study from researchers at the University of Michigan’s Kresge Hearing Research Institute suggests relief may be possible with treatment.
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A doctor's advice for medical graduates: Be compassionate
A doctor shares advice for medical graduates, emphasizing the importance of compassion and human connection with patients. She emphasizes the need to cultivate these qualities that will not only help improve patient experiences but also enhance the role of the doctor.
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Celebrating three generations of female doctors in one family
Meet the Glicks, a family of three generations of female doctors. Read the inspiring story of how Marilyn Heins, Rachel Glick and Hannah Glick, became physicians, breaking barriers and creating a legacy in the field of medicine in the United States.
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How a clinical simulation is helping to diversify careers in medicine
A specialized Michigan Medicine event for historically marginalized and underrepresented medical students comes with ‘astounding’ results, a published academic paper finds.
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A quest to combat critical drug shortages
To combat critical drug shortages, a Michigan Medicine physician advocates for better solutions to the ongoing supply chain issues regarding medications in the United States.
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Does race affect treatment initiation and outcomes for chronic hepatitis B?
Experts examine data from an NIH-funded study to determine if there is any racial disparity in hepatitis B treatment initiation in North America
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BORGs: The latest TikTok trend that’s bad for your liver
BORGs, the TikTok trend hurting your liver. A Michigan Medicine liver doctor explains.
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Did FDA regulation reduce high rates of opioid-acetaminophen overdoses?
A 2011 FDA mandate to limit acetaminophen in combo opioid products led to a 13% y-o-y reduction in hospitalizations for serious liver injury.
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Study may accelerate identifying patients who need liver transplants
A Michigan Medicine study may accelerate identifying patients who need liver transplants.
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First-year residents reflect on their journeys and offer advice for Match Day
On Match Day, several recent medical school graduates recount their first years as working physicians.
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It’s a match: Graduating U-M medical students discover what’s next at Match Day
It’s a match: Graduating U-M medical students discover what’s next at Match Day
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Bariatric endoscopy for weight loss: What is it and how does it work?
A gastroenterologist discusses several non-invasive therapies for treating obesity
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Medical student tackles cystic fibrosis on a global scale
A medical student advocates for better cystic fibrosis awareness with help from the Clinton Foundation.
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When to use an at-home colorectal cancer screening test instead of a colonoscopy
What to know about an at-home colorectal cancer screening test versus a colonoscopy
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Lisa H. Harris, M.D., Ph.D., named Thurnau Professor; second-ever from UMMS
Lisa H. Harris, M.D., Ph.D., named Thurnau Professor; second-ever from UMMS
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