Psilocybin is the primary psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms and has been researched in clinical trials for the last two decades. Known as a recreational drug in the past, it is being studied in academic medical settings in combination with psychotherapy for treating addiction, depression and other mood disorders. Cleveland Clinic is now part of a … Read More
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Cleveland Clinic Among First Hospitals to Perform New Tissue-Sparing Ablation Procedure
Following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval last month, Cleveland Clinic was one of the first health systems to use pulsed field ablation (PFA) technology to treat several patients successfully. During a traditional ablation procedure, a catheter is guided to the interior of the heart and extreme temperatures destroy areas associated with abnormal heart rhythms. … Read More
Organ Transplants Reached Record Levels at Cleveland Clinic in 2023, Saving More Lives Using Teamwork and Innovation
Cleveland Clinic performed 1,232 organ transplants in 2023 – including heart, intestine, kidney, liver, lung, and pancreas transplants from deceased donors – as well as living donor transplantation for kidney and liver. That is up 17% from the number of organ transplants performed at Cleveland Clinic in 2022. “We are grateful for organ donors and … Read More
Cleveland Clinic Women’s Health Challenge Aims to Bridge the Gap to Preventative Care
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Cleveland Clinic hosted a women’s health challenge at the Langston Hughes Community Health and Education Center. The annual event was a collaborative effort with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.; and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Over … Read More
Cleveland Clinic Welcomes New Fairfax Market Offering Fresh, Local Food in Fairfax Neighborhood
Near Cleveland Clinic’s main campus, Meijer opened Fairfax Market today bringing a mix of fresh, local and convenient food to customers in Cleveland’s Fairfax neighborhood. A ribbon-cutting and grand opening took place at the new market located at 2190 E. 105th St. Cleveland Clinic CEO and President Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., was on hand at … Read More
Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hani Najm, M.D., Wins First Great Arab Minds Award in Medicine
Hani Najm, M.D., Cleveland Clinic Children’s Chair of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, has been named the first winner of the Great Arab Minds award in medicine in recognition of his outstanding contributions to pediatric and adult cardiac surgery, including his innovations to surgically treat congenital heart diseases. The Great Arab Minds awards – announced … Read More
Cleveland Clinic Hosts Second Community Conversation with Cleveland City Council President Blaine Griffin
Five years ago, Cleveland Clinic hosted its first community conversation at the Karamu House. This meeting gave Fairfax residents an opportunity to voice their views on the most pressing challenges facing the neighborhood. During that meeting, the most prevalent issues to the community included: Food insecurity Jobs Housing Youth education and internships Workforce development Those … Read More
Cleveland Clinic to Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Free Community Events in January
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. lived a life of sacrifice and service to others. This January, Cleveland Clinic will celebrate Dr. King’s legacy with free community events focused on a theme inspired by his quote: “Of all forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and the most inhuman.” Here are … Read More
Cleveland Clinic Welcomes Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons Mr Sam Rajaratnam and Mr Paul Trikha
Cleveland Clinic London today announces the appointment of consultant orthopaedic surgeons Mr Paul Trikha and Mr Sam Rajaratnam. These appointments strengthen the organisation’s capabilities and expertise within orthopaedics and follow the continued expansion of Cleveland Clinic London across the UK healthcare market. Mr Rajaratnam is an internationally renowned consultant orthopaedic surgeon, specialising in knee replacement … Read More
Five Businesses Complete Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals Program that Supports Economic Opportunity for Local Suppliers
Five local diverse businesses have completed the annual six-month mentorship program called the Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Supplier Accelerator. This program, a collaboration between Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals, aims to expand the knowledge and impact of local businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio and owned by traditionally under-represented entrepreneurs, including members of the LGBTQ+ … Read More