Clinical Center News
March / April 2024
Dr. Saly Gabriel to lead NIH Clinical Center Pharmacy Department
Saly Gabriel, PharmD, MBA has joined the NIH Clinical Center as its new chief of the Pharmacy Department. Full Story
President Joe Biden visits the Clinical Center to Highlight Prescription Drug Prices
On Dec. 14, 2023, U.S. President Joe Biden visited the NIH Clinical Center to deliver remarks on efforts to reduce the price of prescription drugs and highlighting how a signature piece of legislation is capping prescription drug costs. Full Story
Clinical Center celebrates staff accomplishments
The hospital at the heart of the NIH campus presented CEO awards to 752 staff for accomplishments in in 2023. Full Story
NIH Director Scrubs In at the Clinical Center
NIH Director, Dr. Monica Bertagnolli and NCI, Dr. Stephanie Goff operated on a woman with metastatic melanoma to remove a tumor from her thigh muscle, which is part of a clinical trial's protocol to test the effect of using combo immunotherapy drugs in a patient with metastatic melanoma. Full Story
How the NIH Clinical Center Cured Elyas Khandwalla
Participating in a clinical trial, a seventh-grader received a life-saving bone marrow transplant, shedding light on a promising new preoperative conditioning treatment. Full Story
NIH Director Scrubs In at the Clinical Center
NIH Director, Dr. Monica Bertagnolli and NCI, Dr. Stephanie Goff operated on a woman with metastatic melanoma to remove a tumor from her thigh muscle, which is part of a clinical trial's protocol to test the effect of using combo immunotherapy drugs in a patient with metastatic melanoma.
Clinical Center celebrates staff accomplishments
The hospital at the heart of the NIH campus presented CEO awards to 752 staff for accomplishments in in 2023.
Dr. Saly Gabriel to lead NIH Clinical Center Pharmacy Department
Saly Gabriel, PharmD, MBA has joined the NIH Clinical Center as its new chief of the Pharmacy Department.
Looking for safety superstars
NIH is accepting Mission First Safety Always award nominations through December 31, 2023.
Lab report: Inside the neurorobotics research group lab
In a 900-square-foot lab on the NIH campus, scientists develop novel technologies to improve the lives of people with neurological disorders.
A "Journey to Excellence"
Clinical Center staff gathered in the FAES Terrace on Oct. 26th for a 'Journey to Magnet Excellence' festival hosted by Magnet ambassadors.
Clinical Center welcomes new CFO
Sunil Vasudevan assumed the role of Clinical Center chief financial officer in June.
The NSO returns to the Clinical Center in full force
The National Symphony Orchestra returned to the NIH Clinical Center atrium on Sept. 13 with a spectacular performance.
Communication key to patient success
This is the second installment of Marcy Mager's observations about the processes and procedures used in the Clinical Center to provide care to patients who are severely ill.
Secretary Becerra recognizes CC duo for pandemic response
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra honored the Clinical Center's Dr. Valeria De Giorgi, and Debbie Gutierrez for their leadership and outsize effort during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
The Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge receives a calming and refreshing makeover
The Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge serves as a welcoming respite for patients who have spent a long day at the Clinical Center attending medical appointments. Recognizing the importance of making patients feel comfortable, The Lodge initiated a series of updates in October 2022. These changes include reupholstering furniture, adding new kitchen fixtures, updating doors and the fireplace, new fitness room equipment, and refreshing the pergolas outside.
Clinical Center celebrates staff accomplishments
The hospital at the heart of the NIH campus presented CEO awards to 752 staff for accomplishments in in 2023.
Dr. Saly Gabriel to lead NIH Clinical Center Pharmacy Department
Saly Gabriel, PharmD, MBA has joined the NIH Clinical Center as its new chief of the Pharmacy Department.
A "Journey to Excellence"
Clinical Center staff gathered in the FAES Terrace on Oct. 26th for a 'Journey to Magnet Excellence' festival hosted by Magnet ambassadors.
Pediatric patients welcome Washington Commanders
The Clinical Center welcomed five football players from the Washington Commanders football team.
Connecting musicians with patients
The hospital makes it easier for local musicians to perform in the Clinical Center's Music in the Atrium series.
Transfusion medicine symposium shares practical knowledge
Symposium focused on recent developments, current practices and management issues relevant to transfusion medicine.
Healthcare Simulation Week at the Clinical Center
The NIH Clinical Center held its Healthcare Simulation Week to enhance skills in a realistic healthcare environment.
Holland presents 2022 Astute Clinician Lecture
Dr. Steven Holland will give the Astute Clinician Lecture as a part of the NIH Director's Wednesday Afternoon Lecture Series on Nov. 2 via NIH Videocast.
Gubbi honored as Distinguished Clinical Teacher
NIH Clinical Fellows select Dr. Sriram Gubbi for the 2022 Distinguished Clinical Teacher Award.
Sharing music with the hearing-impaired
On May 11, Dr. Charles J. Limb was recognized as the 2022 Distinguished Clinical Research Scholar and Educator in Research (DCRSER).
Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at the Clinical Center
The NIH Clinical Center has developed a comprehensive program to combat racism and reduce disparities across its workforce.
Science, society and lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic
In addition to being a public health challenge, pandemics are also an economic and social challenge.
Clinical trials at NIH Clinical Center in need of participants
Latest information on research studies looking for volunteers.
New CC exhibit honors Dr. Harvey Alter
An installation by the NIH Office of History and Stetten Museum tells the story of 2020 Nobel laureate Dr. Harvey Alter and his discovery of the hepatitis C virus.
Interested in healthy eating and the mediterranean diet?
Is a Mediterranean-like diet that eliminates many ultra-processed foods healthier than a Western diet?
The CLEAN-MED diet intervention study was designed to test this concept.
Hospital welcomes students back for Take Your Child to Work day
Take Your Child to Work Day held activities virtually and in person in the Clinical Center and across campus.
Clinical Center Art Exhibit: "Science Related"
Artwork with a scientific focus or created by people with scientific and medical backgrounds will be featured through January 2024.
Register now for Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Symposium
The hospital's Department of Transfusion Medicine is co-hosting the 42nd Annual Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion Symposium on September 20, 2023.
