Haley Otman

Otman was a previous Health Lab contributor and member of the public relations team.

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Graphic of a heart being treated with rivaroxaban and clopidogrel
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AHA 2016: PIONEER Study for Afib, PCI Patients Meets Goal
PIONEER study shows rivaroxaban plus clopidogrel is safe to treat patients with coronary artery disease & atrial fibrillation. Learn more about the PIONEER study.
Woman experiencing leg pain from peripheral artery disease
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AHA 2016: Ticagrelor Not Superior for PAD
A peripheral artery disease clinical trial found Clopidogrel to be as effective as Ticagrelor with fewer side effects. Learn more about the EUCLID trial for PAD.
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TAVR Heart Procedure Performed on a Teen, a Rarity
C.S. Mott Children's hospital performed a TAVR heart procedure on a 16 year old. Learn more about the teen who received a transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
A man experiencing presidential election related stress
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Presidential Election Keeping You Up at Night? How to Cope
Presidential election related stress is impacting people across the US & can cause insomnia. Learn about stress induced insomnia and some insomnia remedies.
A moon and an alarm clock signifying the end of daylight savings time
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Daylight Saving Time an Opportunity to Catch Up on Sleep
The end of daylight saving time is an excellent opportunity to get an extra hour of sleep. Learn the importance of getting enough sleep and see sleeping tips.
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A Lewy Body Dementia Diagnosis Sparks Support for Caregivers
U-M's Rinne Lewy Body Dementia Initiative helps improve recognition of LBD symptoms, provides dementia support groups, and improves public awareness of LBD.
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‘Game-Changing’ Alzheimer’s Drug Just a First Step
U-M neurologist shares her thoughts on new Alzheimer's Disease treatment, aducanumab. Learn why she is tempering expectations for the new Alzheimer's treatment.
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Otolaryngology Residents Practice Real-Life Scenarios at ‘Boot Camp’
The annual U-M boot camp allows resident doctors to perform medical procedures on models during their residency program. Learn more about U-M's boot camp.
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Is Sufficient Sleep the Key to Successful Antidepressant Response?
Antidepressants are necessary for many with major depressive disorder, but response times and remission rates are a problem. U-M researchers find sleep might help.
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Chronic Sinusitis Rarer Than Most Providers and Patients Believe
A University of Michigan study showed nonspecialists are drastically overdiagnosing chronic sinusitis, leading to incorrect, and possibly unnecessary, treatment.
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Awake Brain Surgery for Epilepsy: Professor Celebrates 10 Years Later
Science teacher Keith Piccard’s life used to revolve around epileptic seizures. A decade after awake brain surgery, he focuses on his career and family instead.
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Enhancing Eye Care with a Smartphone
University of Michigan ophthalmologist wants to give primary care physicians access to iPhone based retinal cameras. Find out more about the CellScope Retina.
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For Insomnia, Consider Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Before Medication
New guidelines for insomnia treatment recommend behavioral therapy before insomnia medication. Here's what chronic insomnia disorder treatment looks like.
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7 Steps to Soothe Sunburn Symptoms
In need of a sunburn treatment? Follow our 6-step infographic on getting sunburn relief. The first step is getting out of the sun. See the next steps.
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Addressing the Long-Term Impact of Concussion in Living Patients
Michigan NeuroSport offers a new way to address patients with a history of repetitive brain trauma who are exhibiting neurologic symptoms. Learn more about TES or Traumatic encephalopathy syndrome.