Research in the News
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Inflammation and Sarcopenia May Predict Poor Prognosis in Colorectal Cancer
Elizabeth Cespedes Feliciano, ScD, of the Division of Research, explains that systemic inflammation combined with sarcopenia could have predictive value for colorectal cancer.
Why Parents Should Continue to Vaccinate Their Kids
Nicola Klein, MD, from TPMG's Division of Research, shares her perspective on the safety and importance to have children vaccinated.
The Kaiser Permanente Northern California Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Program: Design, Development, and Implementation
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.
Health Care Research: A Moral Responsibility?
Dr. Tracy Lieu, TPMG’s Division of Research director, discusses conducting research that transforms the way medicine is practiced.
Precision-Medicine Approach Could Revive Prostate Cancer Test
Dr. Van Den Eeden discusses research that may improve the accuracy of prostate cancer screening tests.
Heart Risks May Boost Women’s Colon Cancer Risk, Too
New research suggests that normal-weight women may be at risk for colon cancer if they have high levels of blood fat, sugar or pressure, and low levels of good cholesterol.
The Surprisingly Effective Way to Lose Weight
Nancy Goler, MD, TPMG associate executive director, discusses a Division of Research study, published in the journal Obesity, that found that a phone-based coaching program helped people lose weight.
Electronic Health Records May Help Customize Medical Treatments
In a story about how access to electronic medical records can improve patient outcomes, the head of TPMG’s Division of Research, Tracy Lieu, MD, is quoted.
Rise in heart disease deaths sends experts down new paths
Stephen Sidney, MD, a senior research scientist at TPMG’s Division of Research, discusses data released by the National Center for Health Statistics showing that mortality from heart disease increased in 2015.