Join us for Grand Rounds! Melissa Griffith, MD, RhMSUS, will explore CAR-T Therapy for Autoimmune Disease: From Breakthrough to Bedside and the latest evidence shaping clinical practice. 🧬 🌟 #GrandRounds #Medicine #Rheumatology

Meet Bev McLaughlin 👋 Since joining the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes in 1994, Bev has helped keep the division running strong. Swipe to see one of her first Division photos from 1995 alongside a recent one—celebrating more than 30 years of dedication! 💙

Grand Rounds is evolving! Hear from Jennifer Spicer, MD, MHPE, MPH, about the new interactive formats coming to Grand Rounds. 📍 Location update: Grand Rounds on 8/5 will be held in the Academic Office One Building | 7000 Chester Ridgway Board Room. We hope to see you there!

Meet Ryan Conard, MD! 👋 Inspired by personal experiences with congenital heart disease and Type 1 diabetes, Dr. Conard found his passion for endocrinology at a young age. Learn more about what inspires his work. 💙

Congratulations to Kay Denler, recipient of our staff elevation award! 👏 Kay is recognized for her exceptional leadership, strategic stewardship, and dedication to supporting the missions of @cugastrohep.bsky.social. Thank you for all you do! 💙

Grand Rounds is getting a fresh look! This year we're introducing new interactive formats, including Clinical Controversies, Unscripted: Realtime Clinical Problem Solving, & Practice-Changing Pearls, all while continuing our traditional Grand Rounds presentations. We can't wait to see you there! 🤩

What's one small habit that can make a big difference for your heart health? ❤️ Peter Buttrick, MD, shares one simple change that can have a lasting impact on your cardiovascular health. Watch to learn more!

What if your journey into medicine started before college? High school students are getting hands-on healthcare experience while exploring future careers in medicine. Watch the full story: https://nbcnews.to/3QXAf76

Congratulations to Staff Elevation Award recipient Fred Meisterplass, MBA! 👏 Fred is recognized for his outstanding leadership, collaborative spirit, and dedication to supporting the CU Anschutz Department of Medicine. Thank you for everything you do!

When Pueblo harm reduction organizations asked for help understanding the impact of a temporary syringe distribution ban, CU Anschutz researchers answered. The study found the ban was associated with fewer syringe service visits and reduced naloxone distribution. Read more: https://bit.ly/4xQw0e2

Meet Erika Becerra-Ashby, MD. 👋 Growing up in a rural community and interpreting for her Spanish-speaking family inspired her to pursue medicine. Today, she's exploring a future in cardiology while advancing medical education and health equity.🫀🌟 #Cardiology #Fellow #Medicine

Our @cupaccm.bsky.social recently gathered to celebrate Marc Moss, MD following his designation as a University of Colorado Distinguished Professor! 🌟 A well-deserved recognition of his extraordinary contributions to patient care, research, mentorship, and leadership. Congratulations, Dr. Moss! 👏

Meet Kristie Click! 👋 For the past seven years, Kristie has helped support the @cugastrohep.bsky.social through her work in operations, marketing and communications, events, and special projects. We're grateful for all she does to support our faculty, staff, and division! 🤩💙

A few more moments from our CU Anschutz Department of Medicine Faculty & Staff Awards! Grateful for the incredible faculty and staff whose work continues to advance patient care, education, research, and service across our department. 👏💙🌟

50+ future residents and countless possibilities ahead 🤩 We're excited to officially welcome our newest residents to the CU Anschutz Internal Medicine family! We're looking forward to supporting this talented group as they learn, grow, and begin the next chapter of their medical careers. 🌟💙

A few moments from the CU Anschutz Department of Medicine Scholar Foundation Reception 👏 The Scholar Foundation helps support faculty, trainees, and researchers as they advance innovation in patient care, education, and discovery. 🌟

Congratulations to Vicky Reisner, DNP, on her winning Shark Tank Competition pitch, “Mucositis: Hi, I’m the problem, it’s me.” 👏 An innovative proposal focused on improving outcomes for patients impacted by this common treatment complication. 🌟

Your lungs put up with a lot more than people realize 🫁👀 We sat down with Meghan Althoff, MD to talk about a few common habits that can negatively impact lung health over time — and the small changes people can make to better protect their lungs long term. #pulmonary #lunghealth #lungawareness

Meet Jodi Waterhouse 👋 As Director of Strategic Partnerships & Programs for the CU Anschutz Multidisciplinary Center on Aging, she helps lead programs and partnerships focused on healthy aging, education, and community engagement. We’re grateful all that she brings to this work every day. 🌟💙

A lot of people assume certain changes are just part of “getting older” — but some symptoms shouldn’t be ignored. We sat down with Sarah Wherry, PhD, to talk about one sign of aging people often dismiss as normal and what it could actually mean... 👀

Celebrating the incredible faculty and staff recognized at this year’s CU Anschtuz Department of Medicine Faculty & Staff Awards 👏 Grateful for all the work happening across our divisions in research, education, patient care, and service. 🌟

Apoorva Sharma, MD 👋 A cardiology fellow passionate about interventional cardiology, advanced heart failure, lifelong learning — and currently building a hydroponic herb garden. 🌱

Meet Kerri York 👋 As Division Administrator for Medical Oncology, she helps support the division’s clinical, research, education, and operational missions — all centered around patient care. We’re grateful for everything she does for our department. 💛 #Medicine #StaffSpotlight

For Women’s Health Month, we sat down with Mitra Razzaghi, MD and Nikki Zarling, MD to share a few simple but important tips for women’s health. A great reminder that small steps and preventive care can make a big difference over time. 💜 #WomensHealth #Medicine

It's wildfire season here in Colorado... ⛰️ We sat down with Abbey Lara, MD to talk about what wildfire smoke actually does to your lungs, why smoky days matter more than people think, and simple ways to help protect your health. 🫁

Congratulations to Lauren Sutherland, our Staff Elevation Award recipient 👏 Thank you for all you do to support our CU Anschutz Department of Medicine community! 🤩

Meet Jason Worley, MD 👋 He’s passionate about compassion in medicine, strong communication, and teaching future physicians, and is starting a Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship this year at CU. 🌟

An evening spent celebrating the people who make this work what it is. We are proud to see our department faculty recognized among those who exemplify professionalism, compassion, and a deep commitment to patient care. Grateful to be part of a community like this. 💙🌟

For years, patients with Blau syndrome have had limited treatment options. Research at CU Anschutz is now exploring a new approach — with early results showing real improvements in patients’ mobility and symptoms. Read more: https://bit.ly/4d8jn4L

From a family bakery in Ghana to cardiology fellowship at CU Anschutz 👏 Isaac Acquah, MD, MPH is building a career rooted in resilience, research, and patient care. “By helping them understand their condition, we help empower them.” Read more about his journey: https://bit.ly/3OdK6V3