News and Accolades
Molecular Test Doubles Detection of Bile Duct Cancer
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center developed BiliSeq, a molecular test that detected bile duct cancer with twice the sensitivity of the standard test, giving physicians a more accurate picture of the patient’s diagnosis.
A new study in JCI Insight Suggests New Way to Predict and Understand Liver Disease
By borrowing tools from rainforest ecology, Gavin Arteel, PhD, et al. identify patterns of gene expression collapse that may extend beyond alcohol-associated hepatitis to other chronic diseases.
Trial Co-Led by Dhiraj Yadav Challenges Longstanding ERCP Practice in Recurrent Pancreatitis
Researchers from the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh report that minor papillotomy does not reduce recurrence in patients with pancreas divisum.
FORTE: A Model for Practice-Changing Clinical Trials
The FORTE trial shows how large, prevention-focused studies can reshape care and how expanded support can grow clinical research across the DOM.
Two Department of Medicine faculty receive Pitt Health Sciences Ascending Stars Awards
Established in 2022 by Anantha Shekhar, senior vice chancellor for the health sciences and John and Gertrude Petersen Dean of the School of Medicine, the Ascending Star Awards recognize highly productive and creative mid-career faculty with an award of $25,000. This...
Gavin Arteel, PhD, named as new Associate Vice Chair for Faculty Advancement
It is our pleasure to announce the appointment of Gavin E. Arteel, PhD, as Associate Vice Chair for Academic Affairs, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Arteel joined the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine faculty as a Professor of Medicine in the Division of...