Valerie Goodwin

Goodwin covers communications for rheumatology, orthopaedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, general surgery, and the Transplant Center. She assists with communications for C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital. She is passionate about making medical research and storytelling accessible to help keep patients informed about what is happening in healthcare. Goodwin graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Public Relations in 2022. Contact: [email protected]
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How do you treat rotator-cuff tears?

Rotator-cuff tears appear most in adults over the age of 40. These injuries are typically treated with physical therapy and surgical intervention as a last resort.
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Topical Mupirocin lowers lupus inflammation

J. Michelle Kahlenberg, M.D., Ph.D., led a team of researchers looking at an alternative treatment for lupus rashes with a topical treatment called mupirocin. 
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University of Michigan Center for Disability Health and Wellness teams up with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to fund safety net organizations

The collaboration aims to assist safety net medical and dental clinics providing free or discounted health care to improve care for disabled or vulnerable groups in Michigan
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Using virtual reality for stroke rehabilitation

Researchers at University of Michigan Health are using virtual reality technology to aid in mirror therapy physical therapy routines for stroke survivors.
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Finding independence after spinal cord injury with inpatient rehab

One woman's successful inpatient rehabilitation at Chelsea Hospital after experiencing a fall that left her paralyzed.
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Getting an IUD? Here’s what to know

IUDs are growing in popularity as a form of birth control. Monica Woll Rosen, M.D., answers common questions about what you should know before you have your IUD inserted.
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Liver transplant bonds 3 Michigan families

When Scott Bryers needed a liver transplant, he joined the waiting list for three years before finding his partial liver donor match. When that fell through, he quickly found a complete liver donor match. Today, the three families stay in touch.
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What is phrenic neuropathy?

Phrenic neuropathy is a condition that impacts the nerve around the diaphragm making it harder to breathe, especially in situations such as lying down or being in water. The condition is treatable, with surgical intervention, physical therapy or by letting it heal over time.
 On left, a young boy in a wheelchair has his doctor standing to his left and his parent is standing to his right in a show of support. On the right side of the image, the boy is now an adult and is wondering about the cost of his care and if his questions will be answered.
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Changing the definition of cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy is defined as a childhood disorder, which fails to recognize adults living with the condition and the lack of care they receive once they age out of pediatric clinics.
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Improving organ transplant donations through a national strategy

Many organs that are ready for donation are discarded for various reasons. The Organ Procurement and Transplant Network is finding ways to combat this to increase the number of transplants done per year.
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Rare neuromuscular condition doesn’t stop teen from track & field dream

Michigan teen Jake Juip becomes 100-meter Michigan state high school champion in adaptive track and field race using adaptive equipment designed to meet the needs of his rare neuromuscular condition.
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University of Michigan kicks off 42nd annual Blood Battle against Ohio State University with the American Red Cross

This year’s Blood Battle includes a new way to participate for those not able to donate on U-M’s campus.
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Medicare prior authorization affecting plastic and reconstructive surgery didn’t have hoped-for effect

A policy to save Medicare money and speed up the move from hospital-based to outpatient-based operations is not having the desired impact and could be creating an increase in administrative workload, causing potential delays in care.
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Using creative surgical solutions for creative patients

After a fall broke her painting hand, Susie McColgan's Michigan Medicine surgeon created an individualized surgical solution that would get her back to her life's work of 25 years.
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Could GLP1RA drugs lower high iron levels?

GLP1RA drugs are used to treat obesity as well as type 2 diabetes. Research from University of Michigan Health finds that these drugs can also be effective in treating high iron levels, a cause and symptom of type 2 diabetes.
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