Shantell M. Kirkendoll
Kirkendoll was a previous Health Lab contributor and member of the public relations team.
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NASH May Overtake Hepatitis C as Top Liver Transplant Cause
A Michigan Medicine researcher outlines the relationship between obesity, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis and a rising liver transplant burden.
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Report Reveals Prominence of Double Vision Complaints
Seeing double is a fairly common issue — that can be serious. That’s why both eye specialists and primary care providers should be prepared to address it.
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Despite Viability, ‘Increased-Risk’ Donor Organs a Tough Sell to Transplant Patients
The opioid epidemic has created a tragic surge in donor organs. But despite their safety record, the organs that could save lives go unused.
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The Emotional Meeting of an Eye Tissue Donor’s Family and Researchers
Tim Anegon’s wife and daughter recently connected with the U-M scientists working with his eye tissue donation — and saw the gift’s outsize impact.
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A Switch to Generic Eye Drugs Could Save Medicare Millions Annually
An analysis of Medicare Part D data reveals that a preference among eye care providers for name-brand medication has systemwide cost implications.
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In Sight
Pop-up eye clinics bring clarity to those in need
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Stent Surgery Reduces Risk and Recovery Time for Some Glaucoma Patients
Learn about the XEN Gel Stent, a minimally invasive glaucoma treatment now offered by The University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center.
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Nearly 60% of Pinkeye Patients Receive Antibiotic Eye Drops, But They're Seldom Necessary
Ophthalmologists urge providers to limit prescription eye drops for pinkeye because acute conjunctivitis treatment isn’t always necessary.
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Study: ‘Breakthrough’ Drug Reduces Graves’ Eye Disease Symptoms
A study drug safely minimizes severity for those with a painful eye condition, a new clinical trial at the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center has found.
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One Patient Sees a Corneal Transplant’s Transformative Effect
Discover how regardless of people’s age, eye color or eyesight, they likely can serve as a corneal tissue donor and the transformative effect this can have on others.
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Making Prosthetic Eyes That Look Like the Real Thing
Learn more about the intricacies of prosthetic eye craftsmanship in this article about ocularist Greg Dootz at the University of Michigan’s Kellog Eye Center, who has hand crafted prosthetic eyes for more than 3,000 patients.
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Diabetic Eye Issues a Growing Problem in Youth with the Disease
Eye issues may seem far in the future for children and teenagers with diabetes, however a new study shows why diabetic eye issues shouldn’t be overlooked, regardless of patient age.
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Pop-Up Eye Clinic in a Shipping Container Targets Underserved Communities
U-M researchers have designed an eye clinic in a shipping container. See how the ophthalmology container clinic is helping underserved regions with eye care.
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Car Crash-Test Dummies Move Beyond Young, Thin and Male
U-M trauma experts help create an improved crash test dummy that more accurately represent today's drivers. Learn more about obese & elderly crash test dummies
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To Spot Vision Trouble in Premature Babies More Often, Shift Focus to Telemedicine
U-M is using teleophthalmology to diagnose & treat retinopathy of prematurity. Learn how doctors are diagnosing eye diseases in premature babies remotely.
