Clinical Center News
September 2017
NIH Clinical Center staff recognized at 2017 NIH Director's awards
Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, acknowledged the achievements of more than 800 individuals from various NIH institutes and centers at the 2017 NIH Director's Awards Sept. 1... Full Story
Robotic exoskeleton offers potential new approach to alleviating crouch gait in children with cerebral palsy
With a motor, sensors and electronic-technology-powered brace wrapped around their legs, several pediatric patients participating in a Rehabilitation Medicine clinical trial looked like characters from the movies... Full Story
Healthy volunteers endure mosquito bites to advance research
Mosquitoes beware! Researchers within the Clinical Center began a Phase 1 clinical trial this year to protect humans against mosquito-transmitted diseases... Full Story
Robotic exoskeleton offers potential new approach to alleviating crouch gait in children with cerebral palsy
With a motor, sensors and electronic-technology-powered brace wrapped around their legs, several pediatric patients participating in a Rehabilitation Medicine clinical trial looked like characters from the movies...
Hospital honored for outstanding emotional support to patients
The National Research Corporation (NRC) Health selected the NIH Clinical Center as a recipient of its 2017 Excellence Award.
NIH Clinical Center staff recognized at 2017 NIH Director's awards
Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, acknowledged the achievements of more than 800 individuals from various NIH institutes and centers at the 2017 NIH Director's Awards Sept. 1.
Healthy volunteers endure mosquito bites to advance research
Mosquitoes beware! Researchers within the Clinical Center began a Phase 1 clinical trial this year to protect humans against mosquito-transmitted diseases.
Mindfulness program reminds staff to care for themselves as well as patients
Being a healthcare professional at the NIH Clinical Center is incredibly rewarding, but at the same time it can be quite stressful for staff caring for patients with life-threatening illnesses.
Robotic exoskeleton offers potential new approach to alleviating crouch gait in children with cerebral palsy
With a motor, sensors and electronic-technology-powered brace wrapped around their legs, several pediatric patients participating in a Rehabilitation Medicine clinical trial looked like characters from the movies...
Hospital honored for outstanding emotional support to patients
The National Research Corporation (NRC) Health selected the NIH Clinical Center as a recipient of its 2017 Excellence Award.
NIH Clinical Center staff recognized at 2017 NIH Director's awards
Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, acknowledged the achievements of more than 800 individuals from various NIH institutes and centers at the 2017 NIH Director's Awards Sept. 1.
Patient with rare spinal cord cancer bounces back
Ependymal cells form a lining around cerebrospinal fluid structures inside the brain, spinal cord, and filum terminale (a fiber at the lower end of the spinal cord).
The force was strong during Star Wars visit to pediatric patients
Proving that the experience at the NIH Clinical Center is "out of this world," members of the Star Wars costume organization, the 501st Legion's "Old Line Garrison" came to the hospital to visit with pediatric patients.
Hands-on opportunities to learn about healthcare provided to siblings of Clinical Center patients
Eight children, including 7-year-old Zevaeh Daugherty, participated in Sibling Day at the NIH Clinical Center and The Children's Inn at NIH July 19.
Healthy volunteers needed for clinical trial on how the body burns energy; NIH seeking patients for new trial researching hereditary stomach cancer
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases seeks healthy Caucasian females, 18-35 years old with a BMI 18.5-25 to participate in a research study.
From patient to performer, Kevin Milner brings music in the atrium
In late July, NIH patient Kevin Milner, a musician from Kentucky, performed original compositions for staff and patients in the Clinical Center, as part of the series "Music in the Atrium."
NIH Staff Influenza Vaccine Clinic begins in October
NIH employees and contractors – protect your patients, coworkers, family, friends and yourself by getting a flu shot.
Hospital honored for outstanding emotional support to patients
The National Research Corporation (NRC) Health selected the NIH Clinical Center as a recipient of its 2017 Excellence Award.
Healthy volunteers endure mosquito bites to advance research
Mosquitoes beware! Researchers within the Clinical Center began a Phase 1 clinical trial this year to protect humans against mosquito-transmitted diseases.
Mindfulness program reminds staff to care for themselves as well as patients
Being a healthcare professional at the NIH Clinical Center is incredibly rewarding, but at the same time it can be quite stressful for staff caring for patients with life-threatening illnesses.
Clinical Center CEO holds Town Hall, honors 41 staff who have served 25 years or more in the federal service
Dr. James K. Gilman, Clinical Center Chief Executive Officer updated Clinical Center employees on hospital initiatives during his quarterly town hall meeting and awarded length-of-service certificates and pins to staff July 24.
NIH Clinical Center bids farewell to long-time employees this fall
After more than three decades at the Clinical Center, Dr. Frederick P. Ognibene, deputy director for Educational Affairs and Strategic Partnerships, and Director, Office of Clinical Research Training and Medical Education (OCRTME) retired Sept. 29.
Summer training sessions emphasize impact, importance of science and clinical trials
Medical Officer Dr. Regina James from the NIH National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities presents during the NIH Clinical Center Summer Internship Program Lecture Series.
The force was strong during Star Wars visit to pediatric patients
Proving that the experience at the NIH Clinical Center is "out of this world," members of the Star Wars costume organization, the 501st Legion's "Old Line Garrison" came to the hospital to visit with pediatric patients.
Hands-on opportunities to learn about healthcare provided to siblings of Clinical Center patients
Eight children, including 7-year-old Zevaeh Daugherty, participated in Sibling Day at the NIH Clinical Center and The Children's Inn at NIH July 19.
From patient to performer, Kevin Milner brings music in the atrium
In late July, NIH patient Kevin Milner, a musician from Kentucky, performed original compositions for staff and patients in the Clinical Center, as part of the series "Music in the Atrium."
NIH Staff Influenza Vaccine Clinic begins in October
NIH employees and contractors – protect your patients, coworkers, family, friends and yourself by getting a flu shot.
Mindfulness program reminds staff to care for themselves as well as patients
Being a healthcare professional at the NIH Clinical Center is incredibly rewarding, but at the same time it can be quite stressful for staff caring for patients with life-threatening illnesses.
NIH Clinical Center bids farewell to long-time employees this fall
After more than three decades at the Clinical Center, Dr. Frederick P. Ognibene, deputy director for Educational Affairs and Strategic Partnerships, and Director, Office of Clinical Research Training and Medical Education (OCRTME) retired Sept. 29.
Summer training sessions emphasize impact, importance of science and clinical trials
Medical Officer Dr. Regina James from the NIH National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities presents during the NIH Clinical Center Summer Internship Program Lecture Series.
Robotic exoskeleton offers potential new approach to alleviating crouch gait in children with cerebral palsy
With a motor, sensors and electronic-technology-powered brace wrapped around their legs, several pediatric patients participating in a Rehabilitation Medicine clinical trial looked like characters from the movies...
NIH Clinical Center staff recognized at 2017 NIH Director's awards
Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Institutes of Health, acknowledged the achievements of more than 800 individuals from various NIH institutes and centers at the 2017 NIH Director's Awards Sept. 1.
Healthy volunteers endure mosquito bites to advance research
Mosquitoes beware! Researchers within the Clinical Center began a Phase 1 clinical trial this year to protect humans against mosquito-transmitted diseases.
Patient with rare spinal cord cancer bounces back
Ependymal cells form a lining around cerebrospinal fluid structures inside the brain, spinal cord, and filum terminale (a fiber at the lower end of the spinal cord).
Healthy volunteers needed for clinical trial on how the body burns energy; NIH seeking patients for new trial researching hereditary stomach cancer
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases seeks healthy Caucasian females, 18-35 years old with a BMI 18.5-25 to participate in a research study.
Events
October 19, 2017
Karin Loya on Cello
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Loya will perform traditional Scottish and Irish music on cello. Patients, family members, visitors and staff are encouraged to attend. Limited seating will be available on the 1st floor of the Atrium, with additional viewing available on the 2nd-7th floors.
Building 10, Clinical Center Atrium
October 24, 2017
University of Maryland Jazz Concert
Noon - 1 pm
Patients, family members, visitors and staff are encouraged to attend. Limited seating will be available on the 1st floor of the Atrium, with additional viewing available on the 2nd-7th floors.
Building 10, Clinical Center Atrium
Hospital honored for outstanding emotional support to patients - The National Research Corporation (NRC) Health selected the NIH Clinical Center as a recipient of its 2017 Excellence Award. Full Story
NIH Staff Influenza Vaccine Clinic begins in October - NIH employees and contractors – protect your patients, coworkers, family, friends and yourself by getting a flu shot. Full Story
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