Internal Medicine Divisions

People who experience social and financial challenges are less likely to receive certain anticoagulant prescriptions for potentially deadly blood clots, according to a study.

Researchers have discovered that the human X chromosome attracts an unusual kind of DNA mutation, potentially doubling the associated risk of certain genetic disorders, including haemophilia and muscular dystrophy.

An educational program for Lupus warriors and their caregivers.

Michigan Medicine’s MeiLan Han, M.D., provides her professional and medical thoughts on the use of nicotine pouches.

For most physicians, learning to recognize swollen joints begins in the classroom. Students study anatomy, learn examination techniques, observe experienced clinicians, and gradually gain experience examining patients during medical school and residency. For Ibtissam Gad, MD, a clinical assistant professor in Michigan Medicine's Division of Rheumatology, one limitation stood out. Learners often had relatively few opportunities to practice distinguishing subtle swelling by touch, and asking patients whose joints were already painful to undergo repeated examinations wasn't ideal for anyone involved.

As the Cyclospora parasite outbreak sickens many, a primary care doctor’s top tips to get through it.