Duke University Medical Center
P.O. Box 3354
Durham
North Carolina
27710-3354
Tel: 919-684-4148
Fax: 919-684-8663
Website: http://www.mc.duke.edu/
About Duke University Medical Center
Since its opening in 1930, Duke University Medical Center has grown into a 1,125-bed facility, the major tertiary care center for the Southeast and a primary care hospital for the people of Durham and surrounding areas. Thousands of physicians, nurses and professional support staff are dedicated to providing the most advanced patient care as well as educating young professionals. Their pursuit of excellence has helped Duke achieve national acclaim for its hospital and school of medicine.In addition, scientists at Duke are continually seeking more effective ways to diagnose and treat patients. The products of their research impact all facets of the medical and business community. From surgical tacks that stabilize and heal retinas to the use of heat treatment to enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy, Duke scientists have transformed basic research discoveries into products and services that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Last Updated: 01-13-04
216 articles with Duke University Medical Center
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Duke Scientists Overcome Immune Resistance In Dendritic Cell Vaccines For Cancer
4/6/2004
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Insight Into Alcohol-nicotine Interaction Might Lead To New Quitting Method
3/23/2004
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Reprogrammable Cells From Fat Are True Adult Stem Cells
3/10/2004
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Anticoagulant Shows Promise
3/9/2004
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New Breast Pap Smear Detects Early Cellular Changes; May Prevent Onset Of Breast Cancer
3/5/2004
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Betulinic Acid Derivatives Show Anti-HIV Promise
3/4/2004
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Cord Blood Cells Transform Into Heart Muscle
2/18/2004
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Popular Drug For Chest Pain May Promote Blood Vessel Damage
2/6/2004
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Genetown vs. Bio NC
1/23/2004
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Discovery Of Brain Disorder Gene Paves Way For Genetic Test
12/17/2003
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Researchers Use Crippled Poliovirus To Attack Brain Cancer
12/5/2003
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Protein That Predicts Tamoxifen Resistance Is Identified
12/5/2003
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New Breast Scanner Can Detect Early Signs Of Cancer
12/5/2003
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Nicotine Patch May Alleviate "Senior Moments"
12/3/2003
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Trials Seen Needed For Anti-Aging Testosterone
11/12/2003
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Drug Improves Brain Structure In Alzheimer's Patients
11/3/2003