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Duke Neurosurgeon Muhammad Abd-El-Barr, MD, PhD, performed a minimally invasive laminectomy under regional anesthesia, called awake spine surgery, to successfully treat a 91-year-old patient's unrelenting leg pain. Read the full case ➡️ https://bit.ly/3Am4oEZ

A 14-year-old female patient presented to Muhammad Zafar, MD, Duke Children's pediatric epileptologist, with frequent seizures before and during sleep. Read this patient's case to see what complex procedure cured her seizures. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YUtBQ7

Heidi began her career as a teacher, but discovered that a role as a surgical technologist is her true passion. Some 23 years later, she is dedicated to expert care and sharing her knowledge by teaching future generations https://duke.is/g/w6qf.  #YouAtDukeHealth

#CME Opportunity This accredited course details the case analysis of a patient with Afib and multiple comorbidities. Evidenced-based treatments are presented and discussed by Duke Heart Center experts. Earn CME credits ➡️ https://duke.is/AfibCME

James found the support he needed to thrive at Duke Health and immediately wanted to share that with others. He’s introduced 12 people to us through our Team Referral Program – earning rewards while helping grow the team and advance health together. Join our vibrant network https://bit.ly/4fqB3Zg #YouAtDukeHealth

For 13 consecutive grading periods, Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital and Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital, received top scores for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Read more about the findings: https://duke.is/c/ua6n The “A” scores for Leapfrog’s fall 2024 survey are part of the group’s Hospital Safety Grades Assessment, issued to hospitals every six months. This is the only hospital ratings program focused exclusively on preventable medical errors, infections, and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day nationally.

CME Opportunity Learn more about the latest updates in the diagnosis and management of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Complete CME ➡️ https://duke.is/ALSCME

The new Duke Orthopaedics Nerve Center treats simple to complex nerve cases to restore sensation and movement. “Our goal is to provide patients with the full spectrum of treatment options from nerve to muscle, tendon, and bone,” says Neill Y. Li, MD, center director. Read more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3CjIgLZ

From clinical to clerical roles, Cynthia’s journey at Duke Health has been filled with support and resources from across our health system. See how her calling to care has transformed throughout her decade-long career with us – and how her network here has helped make it possible https://bit.ly/4fI6XAd #YouAtDukeHealth 

The new Durham Early College of Health Sciences – a partnership of Duke Health, Durham Technical Community College and Durham Public Schools – is actively recruiting its first class of students for the fall of 2025. Enrollment for the new early college begins in January for current eighth-grade students in Durham County, and informational sessions are being held regularly, including the “DPS Showcase of Schools” on Nov. 23 at N.C. Central University. Anyone who has or knows an eighth grader is encouraged to attend one of the information sessions or learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e2XgRsPv The four-year early college, which is being built on the Durham Tech campus, will enable students to simultaneously earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree or workforce credential for aligned health care occupations in nursing, clinical research, surgical technology, or allied health. Upon graduation, qualified students will have an immediate opportunity to pursue jobs or research roles at Duke Health. Durham Technical Community College | Durham Public Schools