Clinical Center News
May / June 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
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.
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.
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.
Hard cases, compassionate care
Marcy Mager reflects on the 10 days her husband of 30 years spent in intensive care at the NIH Clinical Center, with an introduction by hospital CEO Dr. James Gilman.
New Pediatric Department streamlines care
The hospital expands pediatric services; looking at early interventions that may cure diseases and prevent negative outcomes that can occur in some rare diseases.
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.
Hernandez honored as Distinguished Clinical Teacher
Dr. Jonathan Hernandez, a surgical oncologist with the Surgical Oncology Program in the National Cancer Institute, was presented the NIH 2021 Distinguish Clinical Teacher Award (DCTA).
Caring for the caregivers
The life of a healthcare professional can be difficult: working long hours in an often hectic environment.
Should unused clinical samples be repurposed for further research?
Many clinical research studies struggle to find enough participants. Meanwhile, during their regular operations, clinicians, hospitals and clinics frequently see many patients.
Hospital begins journey to earn Magnet accreditation
Led by the Nursing Department, the Clinical Center has started the journey to achieve accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Magnet® hospital.
Stanford Artificial Intelligence Expert Presents Doppman Lecture
The NIH Clinical Center Radiology and Imaging Sciences Department hosted the 19th annual John Doppman Lecture for Imaging Sciences Oct. 16.
Dr. Charles Natanson awarded the 2020 Distinguished Clinical Teaching Award
The 2020 NIH Distinguished Clinical Teaching Award (DCTA) was awarded in a virtual presentation on June 10, 2020 to Dr. Charles Natanson, senior investigator and chief of the Anesthesia Section...
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.
"This is a noble purpose"
The hospital celebrates seven decades of supporting "firsts" – first diagnoses of diseases, applications of technology and treatments for its patients.
Can you change your intestinal environment through your diet?
Healthy participants needed for research studies at NIH's research hospital.
DNA Day 20th Anniversary Symposium
April 25 is the 20th anniversary of the Human Genome Project's completion and the 70th anniversary of the discovery of the DNA double helix.
Stem cell transplant patient reflects on his journey
John Vasquez came to NIH in 2017 to treat his extreme fatigue, bruising and bleeding.
