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The UAB Vein Program, with its outpatient UAB Vein Clinic located at UAB Hospital – Highlands, provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of the full spectrum of venous disease, from cosmetic concerns to complex conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, chronic venous insufficiency, venous ulcers, and pelvic venous disorders. Learn about what common vein concerns may look or feel like, and how to get care.
Radiologists rarely meet patients face to face, but their work plays a central role in diagnosis and treatment. Every day, abdominal radiologists read and interpret scans that help doctors decide the next steps.
The UAB Department of Urology officially launched the Urology Cancer Survivorship Clinic on May 1, 2026, expanding long-term support services for patients recovering from urologic cancers while helping create a more coordinated approach to post-operative follow-up care.
The UAB Department of Orthopaedic Surgery celebrated resident scholarship and academic achievement during its 2026 Resident Research Day on June 18. That evening, the department honored its graduating residents and fellows during its annual graduation dinner, celebrating the completion of their training and recognizing outstanding achievements across the residency program.
The Department of Urology hosted its annual graduation ceremony on June 20, honoring the achievements of its graduating residents and fellows. The event brought together faculty, family, friends, and colleagues to celebrate years of dedication, rigorous training, and commitment to advancing the field of urologic care.
The UAB Department of Pathology recently funded travel awards to three trainees, who will present their research at national meetings this year.
The Department of Radiology recognized faculty, trainees, and staff for outstanding achievements during its 2026 Annual Awards Ceremony, celebrating excellence in research, clinical care, education, and service.
The spine team is at the center of caring for patients with some of the most complex and often debilitating orthopaedic conditions. From acute injuries to chronic spine disorders, this group provides focused, specialized care for conditions affecting the neck and back.
Hannah Jarvis, M.D., recently graduated as the first fellow from the UAB Advanced Endourology and Stone Disease Fellowship Program within the Department of Urology. Designed to provide advanced training in minimally invasive urologic surgery alongside robust research and mentorship, the fellowship is preparing the next generation of leaders in the field, and Jarvis’s experience offers a compelling glimpse of its impact.
The UAB Department of Radiology offers a full range of imaging services. These are the most commonly used exams.
The Department of Microbiology is pleased to welcome a new cohort of Graduate Biomedical Sciences (GBS) students who have joined the Microbiology and Immunology themes. These trainees represent the next generation of scientists, preparing to advance our understanding of microbes, host defense, and human health.
Members of the UAB Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurobiology were honored Thursday, June 11, at the 2026 Graduation and Education Awards. The annual event served to recognize exemplary residents, faculty, and fellows in the department for the 2025-2026 academic year.
On June 6, 2026, Heersink School of Medicine’s Equal Access Birmingham (EAB) hosted its third annual EAB on the Green golf tournament. Golfers of all levels gathered at Highland Park Golf Course for a day of games, prizes, and fundraising for an impactful cornerstone in the Birmingham community.
Carrie Atcheson, M.D., MPH, FASA, was recently elected to two prominent statewide bodies: the Board of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama (MASA) and the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners (ALBME) as censor-at-large.
The UAB Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine proudly celebrated its graduating class during a memorable ceremony on May 29, recognizing excellence in clinical care, education, leadership, and service.
The Department of Microbiology recently bid farewell to a respected colleague and friend who has served the department steadfastly in multiple capacities for more than a decade. Julie Decker, program manager III in the Department of Microbiology, retired on June 1 after 13 years with the Department of Microbiology and more than 25 years with UAB at large.
For the International Medical Education (IME) office at the UAB Heersink School of Medicine, 2025 marked a defining year. What began as a collection of global programs has matured into an office-led effort that strengthens the school while building international partnerships and creating meaningful value across UAB.
Faris Zaibaq, a student in the M.D.-Ph.D. program at Heersink School of Medicine, has focused his extracurricular work on how city design shapes daily life in Birmingham. Together with his collaborators, he helped launch Better Birmingham, a community initiative focused on improving access across the city, particularly in transportation and housing.
Kelly Chapman, BSN, RN, CWOCN, a certified wound, ostomy and continence nurse in the Division of Trauma & Acute Care Surgery and the team-lead and supervisor of the UAB inpatient wound care team, was named the inaugural Certified Nurse of the Year by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB).
At UAB, a dedicated Granulomatous Mastitis Clinic is providing new hope for patients navigating the complex and often frustrating diagnosis of idiopathic granulomatous mastitis.
Maria Grant, M.D., professor and Eivor and Alston Callahan, M.D., Endowed Chair in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, has been awarded a four-year, $2.67 million R01 grant from the National Institute of Health (NIH) to continue research combining her dual expertise in endocrinology and ophthalmology.
The UAB Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine has been recognized among the 10 most-viewed anesthesiology residency programs in the country, according to Becker’s Ambulatory Surgery Review, citing data from the American Medical Association (AMA) Fellowship and Residency Electronic Interactive Database Access (FREIDA) program search tool. Out of 179 anesthesiology residency programs nationwide, UAB earned a spot in the top 10, placing the department in the top 6 percent in terms of medical student interest.
For many patients, the idea of brain-focused treatment can sound intimidating, but advances in technology have made Central Nervous System stereotactic radiosurgery a safe, efficient, and minimally invasive option.
New federal legislation was passed last year that impacts federal financial aid for our current and incoming medical students. Most changes will be implemented on July 1, 2026, which is the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. Changes include new annual, aggregate, and lifetime limits to the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan; the discontinuation of the Graduate PLUS Loan Program; and new federal loan repayment plans. Limited exceptions (“Legacy Provisions”) may be available to current borrowers for a limited period.
After more than two decades of dedicated service, Tracey Cotton-Bickham is retiring from the UAB Department of Radiation Oncology, leaving behind a legacy defined by compassion, mentorship, and a deep commitment to resident education.
At the UAB Heersink School of Medicine, more than 1,100 residents and fellows are engaged in graduate medical education across over 100 programs. The House Staff Council (HSC) represents these trainees, bringing together residents and fellows from all programs to serve as a key liaison between learners and institutional leadership. In 2026, the HSC voted to officially change its name to the Resident/Fellow Council (RFC).
Behind many of the critical decisions made in the emergency room is a highly specialized team working just out of sight: emergency radiologists. At UAB, these physicians play an essential, around-the-clock role, delivering rapid, precise diagnoses that help guide care when every second matters.
The UAB Department of Microbiology achieved a significant national ranking in the 2025 Blue Ridge Rankings, placing No. 15 among microbiology departments nationwide.
Four surgeons from the UAB Department of Surgery are now providing specialized surgical care to patients in Mobile and Baldwin counties through UAB's partnership with Infirmary Health, which is based out of the Mobile, Alabama area. Katelin Holmes, D.O., Jillian McCabe, M.D. R.D., James Sahawneh, M.D., and Udai Sibia, M.D., MBA, bring fellowship-trained expertise in a variety of fields, including diseases of the breast, skin and soft tissues, and the entire gastrointestinal tract, to Infirmary Health facilities, extending UAB's reach throughout southern Alabama.
For Chris Grijalba, D.O., an assistant professor in the UAB Department of Family and Community Medicine, lacrosse is about speed, skill, and opportunity. One of the fastest games on two feet, lacrosse rewards athletes of all shapes and sizes who bring effort and skill to the field. That blend of intensity and purpose is part of what drew him to the game, and ultimately, helped shape his path into sports medicine. Today, Grijalba has built a career allowing him to care for athletes while staying closely connected to the game.