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February 11, 2026Robotic-assisted reverse shoulder replacement gives patient back his mobility
UC Davis Health orthopaedic surgeon Mariano Menendez is one of a small group of surgeons nationwide offering the procedure, which ensures precise implant placement.
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February 11, 2026UC Davis scientists David Brandman and Sergey Stavisky named to 2026 TIME100 Health List
Neurosurgeon David Brandman and neuroscientist Sergey Stavisky have been named to the 2026 TIME100 Health List of the World’s Most Influential Leaders in Health in recognition of their outstanding BCI work.
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February 10, 2026UC Davis PICU honored with silver Beacon Award for Excellence
The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses has conferred a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence on UC Davis Health’s Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
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February 10, 2026‘Treat Me Right’ campaign aims to improve heart care for women
The Women’s Heart Care Forum highlighted the “Treat Me Right” campaign, offering hands‑on learning and education to improve heart‑disease awareness, diagnosis and care for women.
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February 09, 2026California Tower reaches new heights at topping out ceremony
UC Davis Health marked a major milestone Feb. 6 as the California Tower officially topped out, signaling its structural completion.
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February 09, 2026Building stronger hearts: UC Davis Health’s Cardiac Rehab
With UC Davis Health Cardiac Rehab, a hesitant patient lost weight, reduced symptoms and gained confidence through expert support and proven, high‑quality care.
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February 06, 2026Cancer center leads the region with latest advances in radiation treatment
The cancer center has unveiled its new Radixact linear accelerator, enhancing radiation therapy to improve outcomes for cancer patients.
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February 04, 2026David J. Segal appointed chair of Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine
David J. Segal, known for advances in gene-editing technologies, has been appointed chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine.
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February 02, 2026Clinical trial offers first-of-its-kind heart failure treatment
A new clinical trial offers patients a minimally invasive procedure that seeks to reduce extra pressure in the heart and improve heart failure symptoms.
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February 02, 2026The birds are back in town: Peregrine falcons return
A pair of peregrine falcons has once again returned to their nest atop UC Davis Medical Center.
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January 30, 2026A record year: UC Davis Emergency Department cares for over 100,000 patients in 2025
Emergency Medicine reached a major milestone in 2025, caring for more than 100,000 patient visits in a single year for the first time.
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January 29, 2026Rethinking how health research is done
A School of Nursing doctoral student’s experience with the T32 ReACH program reveals how improving health begins with people and place.
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January 28, 2026Free youth heart screening set for March 22
A free heart screening will help identify young people who may have an undiagnosed heart condition.
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January 26, 2026Protecting newborn brains: A conversation with neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff
Neonatal neurologist Courtney Wusthoff discusses cooling treatment and EEG monitoring as best practices for newborns with potential hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and seizures.
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January 26, 2026Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program now CCS-approved
The Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program at UC Davis Health is now a fully approved California Children’s Services Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center.
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January 22, 2026Virtual Holiday Toy Drive raises more than $32K
The holidays were merry and bright for hospitalized kids, thanks to the Virtual Holiday Toy Drive donors.
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January 21, 2026Trees — not grass and other greenery — associated with lower heart disease risk in cities
Living in in urban areas with a higher percentage of trees is associated with a 4% decrease in cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
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January 21, 2026Inspiring the next generation of cancer fighters
UC Davis Health has launched a unique program at Sheldon High School to motivate students to pursue cancer-related professions.
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January 16, 2026Pioneering fracture repair research wins gold in Switzerland
Augustine Saiz, a traumatologist at UC Davis Health, was awarded the Gold Medal for outstanding research at the third annual AO Trauma Research Olympiad held in Davos, Switzerland.
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January 16, 2026Pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine services now offered at Folsom Turn Pike Clinic
UC Davis Health pediatric pulmonology has expanded its services to Folsom’s Turn Pike Clinic on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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