Stanford Medicine
Stanford Medicine is an integrated academic health system comprising the Stanford School of Medicine and adult and pediatric health care delivery systems. Together, they advance biomedicine through research, education, and patient care: med.stanford.edu
- At Stanford Medicine, researchers, clinicians, and care teams are driving progress on many fronts — from unraveling the biology of cancer to pioneering new therapies and exploring ways to close gaps in care. stan.md/4t4ti2i
- AI can feel like magic — but in medicine, we need to know what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s safe. Stanford Medicine’s Jonathan Chen, MD, PhD, breaks it down. stan.md/49ynJS2
- Stanford Medicine researchers found that tiny cancer-linked DNA circles “hitchhike” on chromosomes to spread during cell division. Blocking this attachment may offer a new avenue for future cancer therapies. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...
- It's #GivingTuesday: Let’s support the next generation of health care heroes in much-needed roles. Your gift to Stanford Med Fund helps future medical experts pursue vital specialties in underserved areas: stan.md/440kBLE Thanks for taking action and making a difference!
- While cancer risk typically increases with age, research led by Stanford Medicine suggests that the very old may be less vulnerable — and they’re exploring why advanced age could offer protection. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...
- Microscopic fibers in tissue are critical for our understanding of disease, but they have been difficult to study. Researchers at Stanford Medicine have come up with an easy way to visualize them. stan.md/4oq9LXa
- As we turn the clocks back, Jamie Zeitzer, PhD, co-director of the Stanford Center for Sleep and Circadian Sciences, says it’s time to make the change permanent for better sleep, fewer strokes and lower obesity risk. bit.ly/4qxUqFu
- In a Stanford Medicine-led clinical trial of a wireless retinal prosthesis, people with advanced macular degeneration regained enough vision to read books and subway signs. stan.md/4qkYHMu
- Laura Dassama, PhD, assistant professor of microbiology and immunology and of chemistry, is developing a new therapy for patients who, like her, live with sickle cell disease. Hear her story on the Health Compass Podcast with Maya Adam. stan.md/4n8jD6y
- Many people are turning to marijuana for medical purposes and it may help for some. But older adults, in particular, should be aware of the risks to their health, Stanford Medicine experts caution. stan.md/4355z6D
- In this week's episode of the Health Compass podcast, Maya Adam discusses science’s most urgent ethical challenges with Drew Endy. From the misuse of AI to the promise and risks of synthetic biology in advancing health and medicine. stan.md/3KF8jBp
- Exercise might just be the best thing for you. In this episode of the Health Compass podcast, Euan Ashley, MD, PhD, discusses how working out, even in short bursts, can boost your health. Tune in to learn how to keep your cells healthy with some easy workout tips. stan.md/42iIQUi
- Welcome to the 161 incoming doctoral students from 18 bioscience disciplines who received their Stanford Medicine lab coats — a tradition marking the start of their PhD journey. stan.md/48DzztP
- Living with a chronic illness takes a toll on mental health, too. Psychologist Diana Naranjo’s advice: be kind to yourself, lean on those who understand, and remember that therapy helps. stan.md/47ToK6N
- Discover how Stanford Medicine is breaking the cycle of chronic diseases with innovative prevention, diagnostic and treatment approaches that empower people to thrive despite their chronic illnesses. stan.md/46QRjAH
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- The newest issue of Stanford Medicine magazine highlights new paths for chronic disease prevention, management and care. stan.md/4nDvElc
- The genetic variant APOE4, carried by one-fifth of the world’s people, substantially boosts Alzheimer’s risk. But scientists have been puzzled about how to reverse that risk: punch up the gene variant’s potency, or smack it down? Now we know. stan.md/4njThj0
- A new Stanford Medicine-led study has found that an unusual type of fat ("creeping fat") that forms near the intestines in Crohn’s disease prompts the growth of debilitating scars seen in the condition. stan.md/42qRhwQ
- Alan F. Schatzberg, MD, has been awarded the 2025 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health from the National Academy of Medicine. stan.md/42tsqse
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- Congratulations to Stanford Medicine scientist, advocate and entrepreneur Lucy Shapiro on her Lasker~Koshland Special Achievement Award in Medical Science. stan.md/46g8uKG @laskerfdn.bsky.social
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- Is a nightly glass of wine — or two, even — good for you? Bad for you? Or somewhere in between? Stanford experts discuss the health implications of moderate alcohol consumption and how the guidelines have changed. stan.md/4fHY2zX
- Many young ADHD patients are medicated as soon as they’re diagnosed, possibly because the behavioral therapy they need isn’t available, a Stanford Medicine-led study found. stan.md/3Vj9aK2
- Fewer than half of people diagnosed with myeloid/lymphoid neoplasms are alive one year later. A Stanford Medicine-led trial leads to FDA approval of drug for the rare, deadly blood cancer. stan.md/4paRiim
- In front of proud family and friends, 119 medical and physician assistant students donned white coats and crossed the threshold into their medical careers. Welcome to Stanford Medicine! stan.md/3HSsT00
- "The national numbers suggest we're going in the right direction. But when you talk to teachers and administrators, they’re still very worried about teen nicotine use." -- Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, PhD, professor of pediatrics and director of the REACH Lab at Stanford stan.md/4oNU251
- Stanford Medicine scientists have created ultrasound-activated nanoparticles that release drugs precisely where needed, offering a safer path for targeted therapies. stan.md/4mgnMpr
- Stanford Medicine researchers explain how sleep influences our moods and the ‘bidirectional’ nature of that relationship — plus how we can repair broken slumber to improve our mental health. stan.md/4oL1Apc
- Stanford Medicine researchers discuss the brain’s ancient wiring and how its built-in reward-seeking system can be hijacked by addiction — as well as ways to prevent and treat it. stan.md/3Jibez4
- Stanford Medicine researchers have developed a new way to replace immune cells in the brain, slowing neurodegeneration due to genetic disease. stan.md/46FHGFq
- Behind the Science: New tools reveal how ribosomes — the cell’s protein factories — specialize in ways that could unlock treatments for cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and more. Maria Barna and team are digging deep. stan.md/3H9xScq
- Information on how antidepressants affect teens with anxiety or other mental health disorders can be confusing. Stanford Medicine experts share what parents should know. stan.md/459R6qj
- From the healing power of music to new insights into aging, Stanford School of Medicine Dean Lloyd Minor’s summer booklist explores a wide range of compelling ideas. Read: stan.md/45537x8
- A visionary $100 million matching grant from the Weill Family Foundation is bringing together @stanford-cancer.bsky.social and @ucsfcancer.bsky.social to launch the Weill Cancer Hub West – an innovative collaboration that will transform cancer research and care in the next decade. stan.md/4f2tRD7
- An antibody treatment developed at Stanford Medicine can prepare patients for stem cell transplantation, sparing them toxic side effects, a Phase 1 clinical trial found. stan.md/3UpZVXX
- Stanford Medicine researchers have developed a lipid‑nanoparticle mRNA approach to engineer and track CAR‑T cells inside the body to eliminate cancer. stan.md/40UwkcR
- A blood-test analysis developed at Stanford Medicine can determine the “biological ages” of 11 separate organ systems in individuals’ bodies and predict the health consequences. stan.md/3GuSEmA
- Lucy Kalanithi reflects on the legacy of her late husband, Paul Kalanithi, whose memoir When Breath Becomes Air continues to inspire — offering enduring lessons on life, love, and meaning. stan.md/44RK36G
- New Stanford Medicine-led research indicates that inhibiting the LRRK2 enzyme could stabilize patients with a type of Parkinson’s disease. stan.md/4nucWwY
- What does the science say about sunscreen? In recent years, the message about sun protection has gotten a little hazy. So we asked Stanford Medicine dermatologists to break down what the science really says about sunscreen. med.stanford.edu/news/insight...
- Stanford Medicine researchers have used gene-edited skin grafts—made from patients’ own cells—to heal painful, chronic wounds caused by epidermolysis bullosa. stan.md/3HNC7KO
- Stanford Medicine’s Class of 2025, celebrated by loved ones and faculty, was urged to carry forward not just their resilience, but also awe, curiosity, creativity, and kindness into their academic and professional futures. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...
- Stanford Medicine-led research finds that a gene signature capturing immune health or dysfunction can forecast patient outcomes following subsequent viral or bacterial infections. stan.md/461OMUd
- More than 60 awards were given to faculty, staff, residents and students at Stanford Medicine in recognition of their outstanding contributions during the 2024-2025 academic year. stan.md/449y5nn
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- Reposted by Stanford MedicineThe American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant is now open! This funding supports junior faculty, including physicians and physician-scientists, who are dedicated to cancer research at the Stanford Cancer Institute. Apply by October 8. #StanfordCancer
- Stanford Medicine researchers developed a way to create the first heart and liver organoids that generate their own blood vessels, possibly paving the way for organoid-based regenerative therapies. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...
- Yesterday was pure magic. 🎓✨ Happy tears, proud cheers, big smiles, and all of Maples Pavilion singing "You are my sunshine" in an unforgettable moment. Congratulations to the Stanford Medicine Class of 2025! Relive the moment—watch the full ceremony: youtu.be/JhCvnIObUDY?...
- Gita Abhiraman, who is graduating from the Stanford School of Medicine, was inspired to pursue a career in immunotherapy after an early treatment saved her mother’s life. Now, she’s focused on advancing treatments that improve patient outcomes. stan.md/3G1zTXo #StanfordMed2025
- As Alexandria Tartt prepares to graduate with a degree from the Stanford School of Medicine and begin a neurology residency at the University of Pennsylvania, she is determined to provide underserved communities with cutting-edge neurological care. stan.md/3HTJOyM #StanfordMed2025
- When Chigozie Maduchukwu speaks at Stanford Medicine’s commencement ceremony on June 14, he'll be talking about the power of storytelling: “Each of us has a unique story. And it’s important to sit and listen to the stories of others.” #StanfordMed2025 med.stanford.edu/news/insight...
- At Stanford Health AI week, speakers focused on artificial intelligence in health and medicine — from the misuse of AI technology and how to avoid it, to the unique opportunities for developing AI technologies in pediatrics. stan.md/43UKeN1
- ChatEHR, artificial intelligence software developed at Stanford Medicine, is expediting chart reviews and other tasks by allowing clinicians to ask questions of medical records. med.stanford.edu/news/all-new...
