Valerie Goodwin

Goodwin covers communications for rheumatology, orthopedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and radiology. She assists with communications for C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital. She is passionate about making medical research and storytelling accessible to help keep patients informed about what is happening in healthcare. Goodwin graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Public Relations in 2022. Contact: [email protected]
Valerie Goodwin
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The radiologists behind the curtain
Radiologists play a large role in many tumor diagnoses, but rarely get the recognition for it.
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Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment
Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment: A multidisciplinary clinic uses this method to help patients after oncology treatments
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Wheelchair basketball player holds court with U-M men’s team
Rollverines team helps build strength, confidence for those unable to play able-bodied basketball.
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Instrument used to fix hammertoe can block blood flow during procedure
According to researchers at Michigan Medicine, the McGlamry Elevator, a sophisticated surgical tool used to treat hammertoe, can block blood flow during surgery, potentially minimizing blood loss to the lesser toes and assisting in recovery.
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4 ways to avoid summer spine injuries during the winter
Exercise during the colder months can prevent pain from appearing in the warmer weather
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Doctor learns how to walk again after biking accident
Today, Joseph Kolars rides as far as 40 miles now
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Molecule known to slow inflammation linked to scleroderma, could be treatment target
A variation of the molecule can contribute to fibrosis and scleroderma.
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Researchers uncover new cell types involved in osteoarthritis
And the development of a new slow-release drug seeks to target them
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Lupus: A frustrating diagnosis journey you don’t need to embark alone
Nicknamed the “invisible disease”, the autoimmune disorder comes with lifestyle changes that can be a challenging adjustment.
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For antiphospholipid syndrome patients, lab results don’t always paint the full picture
Patients with APS have concerns about their ability to function normally, even when their blood work and clinical visits appear normal.
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Reducing opioids prescribed after total knee and hip arthroplasty can be beneficial for patients and doctors
Large doses of opioids are commonly prescribed after total knee and hip arthroplasty to avoid call-ins for refills, but smaller doses can be just as effective.
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Cerebral palsy doesn't cause death in adults, so why is it still listed as an underlying cause?
Cerebral palsy is often listed as the underlying cause of death for patients, however CP does not, itself, cause death in adult patients. Providers are concerned that this inaccuracy negatively impacts patient care.
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How deep brain stimulation helped a 10-year-old from having multiple seizures a day
DBS treatment has more commonly been used in adults with epilepsy but is now helping children like Rylan improve their quality of life. 
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