Research in the News

De-Kun Li, MD, PhD, from TPMG’s Division of Research, studied the negative impact chemicals have on human populations. He thinks banning phthalates is a good first step.

A Division of Research study found that people born in an area in the U.S. called the “stroke belt” have a higher rate of dementia. Rachel Whitmer, PhD is quoted.

No new HIV infections have occurred among nearly 5,000 people who started pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in KP Northern California.

An innovative program based at the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research is breaking down barriers between researchers and clinical leadership, allowing them to work together on short-term projects that can directly and quickly impact care.

Andrew J. Karter, PhD explains development of a new tool to help prevent diabetes patients from ending up in an emergency department or hospital due to low blood sugar.

Elizabeth Cespedes Feliciano, ScD, of the Division of Research, explains that systemic inflammation combined with sarcopenia could have predictive value for colorectal cancer.

Nicola Klein, MD, from TPMG's Division of Research, shares her perspective on the safety and importance to have children vaccinated.

This report describes the design, development, and implementation of TPMG’s Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program in KP Northern California’s integrated health care delivery system.

Dr. Tracy Lieu, TPMG’s Division of Research director, discusses conducting research that transforms the way medicine is practiced.