https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-rss/?title=Latest%20Internal%20Medicine%20News&orgId=108789 A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Internal Medicine en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:09:04 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/after-hours-electronic-health-record-use-associated-with-resident-burnout/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/after-hours-electronic-health-record-use-associated-with-resident-burnout/ A new national study led by Yale School of Medicine's Wendy Barr, MD, MPH, alongside researchers at the American Board of Family Medicine, finds that after-hours EHR work is strongly associated with burnout among family medicine residents. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:38:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/should-you-take-a-statin-for-high-cholesterol https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/should-you-take-a-statin-for-high-cholesterol A statin is a pill that can reduce cholesterol—and prevent and treat heart disease. But it’s important to talk to your doctor to make sure a statin is right for you. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/welcome-new-faculty-staff-postdocs-in-the-yale-department-of-internal-medicine-march-2026/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/welcome-new-faculty-staff-postdocs-in-the-yale-department-of-internal-medicine-march-2026/ The Department of Internal Medicine welcomes the following new faculty, staff, postgraduate associates, and postdoctoral associates and fellows who joined the team in February 2026. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-faculty-to-present-new-cardiovascular-research-at-national-cardiology-conference/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-faculty-to-present-new-cardiovascular-research-at-national-cardiology-conference/ Faculty from the Yale School of Medicine (YSM) will present their latest research on cardiovascular care at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Scientific Sessions on March 28 to 30, 2026, in New Orleans. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/connecticut-academy-of-science-and-engineering-elects-eight-from-ysm/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/connecticut-academy-of-science-and-engineering-elects-eight-from-ysm/ Eight Yale School of Medicine faculty members are among the leading experts in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine newly elected to the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:00 Z https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/13/health/get-your-cholesterol-even-lower-and-start-younger-new-guideline-says.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/13/health/get-your-cholesterol-even-lower-and-start-younger-new-guideline-says.html “A key message from these guidelines is that lower LDL means lower risk, and we now have tools to get people to levels we couldn’t reach before,” said Dr. Harlan Krumholz, a Yale cardiologist not involved with developing the guideline. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/hormone-behind-obesity-induced-pancreatic-cancer/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/hormone-behind-obesity-induced-pancreatic-cancer/ Yale scientists identified a hormone that initiates the development and progression of pancreatic cancer in obesity. And it’s not insulin. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/the-critical-window-after-an-overdose/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/the-critical-window-after-an-overdose/ A nonfatal opioid overdose is often treated as a near miss. But clinically, it is one of the strongest predictors of future harm — and one of the few moments when patients are actively engaged with the health care system. In new research, Yale School of Medicine's Maryam Kazemitabar, PhD, examines care in the 90 days following a nonfatal opioid overdose. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:31:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/ai-tools-in-medical-education-and-health-care-climate-impact-and-sustainable-practices/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/ai-tools-in-medical-education-and-health-care-climate-impact-and-sustainable-practices/ A panel of experts from across Yale and Yale New Haven Health discuss the climate impacts of AI use in health care and medical education. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://diabetes.org/newsroom/press-releases/american-diabetes-association-announces-2026-national-scientific-and-health https://diabetes.org/newsroom/press-releases/american-diabetes-association-announces-2026-national-scientific-and-health Yale School of Medicine's Gerald Shulman, MD, PhD, is a recipient of the 2026 Albert Renold Award from the American Diabetes Association. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/breathe-better-longer-new-clues-to-shortness-of-breath-in-older-adults/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/breathe-better-longer-new-clues-to-shortness-of-breath-in-older-adults/ A new Yale School of Medicine study points to progressive stiffening of the pulmonary artery, the main vessel supplying blood to the lungs, as a potential explanation for some of the age-related declines in heart and lung function. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:21:00 Z https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-03-06/racial-disparities-persist-in-lung-cancer-treatment-study-finds https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-03-06/racial-disparities-persist-in-lung-cancer-treatment-study-finds Black lung cancer patients are less likely to receive surgery or radiation therapy aimed at curing their cancer compared to white patients, a new Yale-led study says. “The past 30 years have seen tremendous progress in our fundamental understanding of lung cancer and the development of new treatment strategies,” senior researcher Dr. Cary Gross, a professor at Yale School of Medicine, said in a news release. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2026-03-06/ahead-of-daylight-saving-time-ct-experts-offer-tips-for-preserving-your-sleep https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2026-03-06/ahead-of-daylight-saving-time-ct-experts-offer-tips-for-preserving-your-sleep The clock change is a bi-annual ritual that sleep experts warn can put circadian rhythms out of sync. Yale School of Medicine's Melissa Knauert, MD, offers tips to combat this. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/05/cost-physical-therapy-varies-widely-state-state https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/05/cost-physical-therapy-varies-widely-state-state A new Yale study examines cost variation for physical therapy across the United States. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/04/enough-blame-and-shame-science-behind-obesity-and-glp-1s https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/04/enough-blame-and-shame-science-behind-obesity-and-glp-1s In a new book, Yale endocrinologist Ania Jastreboff teams up with Oprah Winfrey to transform how we think about health, weight, and obesity. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/04/how-yale-ventures-accelerating-innovation https://news.yale.edu/2026/03/04/how-yale-ventures-accelerating-innovation With the recent launch of HealthTech Works, Yale Ventures now has five accelerator funds focused on translating academic excellence into real-world impact. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:00 Z https://time.com/7382528/sleep-problems-heart-health-risk/ https://time.com/7382528/sleep-problems-heart-health-risk/ This study draws on a vast database of medical records of post-9/11 U.S. veterans who receive health care through the Department of Veteran Affairs, or VA. This information was promising material for probing the link between sleep disorders and the heart, says Allison Gaffey, a clinical health psychologist at the Yale School of Medicine and an author of the new paper. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-lungs-age-and-targets-for-preventing-disease/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-lungs-age-and-targets-for-preventing-disease/ Scientists created a cellular atlas of the lungs to pinpoint cells especially vulnerable to aging. They could be targets for preventing acute and chronic lung diseases. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/integrating-tobacco-treatment-in-hiv-care/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/integrating-tobacco-treatment-in-hiv-care/ Yale School of Medicine's E. Jennifer Edelman, MD, MHS, tested an adaptive, team-based strategy to better integrate tobacco treatment into HIV clinics. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:57:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/gaps-in-lung-cancer-treatment-persist-yale-study-finds/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/gaps-in-lung-cancer-treatment-persist-yale-study-finds/ In recent decades, lung cancer treatment has been transformed—new surgeries, new radiation techniques, and dramatically improved outcomes. But according to new research from Yale, one thing has barely changed: who receives curative care. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:12:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/establish-yale-transketolase-deficiency-program-advance-rare-disease-resesarch/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/establish-yale-transketolase-deficiency-program-advance-rare-disease-resesarch/ The gift will support groundbreaking studies, the development of new therapies, and comprehensive clinical care initiatives focused on TKT deficiency. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-to-reset-your-circadian-rhythm/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-to-reset-your-circadian-rhythm/ Yale School of Medicine experts Melissa Knauert, MD, PhD, and Brienne Miner, MD, MHS, discuss the body's circadian rhythm and its importance for sleep and many other aspects of health in advance of Daylight Saving Time and National Sleep Week. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/fiellin-and-gomez-luna-named-distinguished-fellows-of-american-society-of-addiction-medicine/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/fiellin-and-gomez-luna-named-distinguished-fellows-of-american-society-of-addiction-medicine/ David Fiellin, MD, professor of medicine (general medicine), of emergency medicine, and of public health, and Sandra Gomez-Luna, MD, an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry, were recently named Distinguished Fellows of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/bullseye-how-yale-researchers-identified-lyme-disease/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/bullseye-how-yale-researchers-identified-lyme-disease/ After two Connecticut mothers raised alarms, Yale physicians identified Lyme disease as a tick-borne illness—changing diagnosis and treatment nationwide. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/stigma-to-science/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/stigma-to-science/ Yale research helped redefine obesity as a chronic metabolic disease and advanced next-generation treatments. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/critical-care-physician-advances-diagnostic-excellence-fellowship/ https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/critical-care-physician-advances-diagnostic-excellence-fellowship/ Through the National Academy of Medicine Scholars in Diagnostic Excellence program in partnership with the Council of Medical Specialties, Yale School of Medicine's Snigdha Jain, MD, MHS, is turning a bedside question into a broader effort to improve care for older adults. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-can-we-ensure-enough-doctors-for-aging-population/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/how-can-we-ensure-enough-doctors-for-aging-population/ During an interview on the Health Veritas podcast, Barry J. Wu, MD, explained how we can make sure older individuals get the care they need. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/welcome-new-faculty-and-postdocs-in-the-yale-department-of-internal-medicine-february-2026/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/welcome-new-faculty-and-postdocs-in-the-yale-department-of-internal-medicine-february-2026/ The Department of Internal Medicine welcomes the following new faculty, postgraduate associates, and postdoctoral associates who joined the team in January 2026. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://connecticut.news12.com/yale-school-of-medicine-uncovers-breakthrough-in-cancer-research https://connecticut.news12.com/yale-school-of-medicine-uncovers-breakthrough-in-cancer-research The study found that working muscles effectively outcompete tumors for the glucose supply, causing tumors to receive less of the fuel they need to grow. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-02-19/ancient-chinese-practice-lowers-blood-pressure-as-well-as-medications-walking-program-clinical-trial-shows https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-02-19/ancient-chinese-practice-lowers-blood-pressure-as-well-as-medications-walking-program-clinical-trial-shows “The blood pressure effect size is similar to that seen in landmark drug trials, but achieved without medication, cost or side effects," said Dr. Harlan Krumholz, a professor at the Yale School of Medicine and editor of the JACC. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-professors-department-of-internal-medicine-jan-2026/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-professors-department-of-internal-medicine-jan-2026/ Meet some of the new professors in the Yale Department of Internal Medicine: Laura J. Morrison, MD; Onyema Ogbuagu, MBBCh; and Jaideep S. Talwalkar, MD Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/meet-jean-lemoine-senior-administrative-assistant-ii-digestive-diseases/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/meet-jean-lemoine-senior-administrative-assistant-ii-digestive-diseases/ Shortly after Jean LeMoine joined the Section of Digestive Diseases, she was tasked with a signficant project: transforming their provider scheduling system from paper to a digital calendar. Now, eight years later, she takes pride in the importance of her work and finds joy in the relationships she's made across the section. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/the-importance-of-muscle-strength-and-antibiotic-resistant-bacteria/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/the-importance-of-muscle-strength-and-antibiotic-resistant-bacteria/ Dr. F. Perry Wilson, Yale Medicine physician, associate professor of medicine at Yale School of Medicine, and host of the “Wellness, actually” podcast, joined Good Morning Connecticut to talk about pink noise, the importance of muscle strength, and a bacteria that’s resistant to antibiotics. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/nunez-smith-among-prominent-black-leaders-in-medicine-cited-by-aamc/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/nunez-smith-among-prominent-black-leaders-in-medicine-cited-by-aamc/ Marcella Nunez-Smith, MD, MHS, associate dean for health equity research, was one of eight prominent Black leaders in medicine recognized by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-ranks-4th-for-nih-funding/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-ranks-4th-for-nih-funding/ Yale School of Medicine ranked 4th among its peers for total National Institutes of Health research funding in 2025. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:00 Z https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/news/local/exercising-to-curb-cancerous-tumor-growth/3703730/ https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/news/local/exercising-to-curb-cancerous-tumor-growth/3703730/ Dr. Rachel Perry with the Yale School of Medicine explains the new study that looked into how exercising reduces cancer risks and improves response to treatment. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/caring-for-patients-at-every-stage-of-life/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/caring-for-patients-at-every-stage-of-life/ Katelyn Wong, MD, who joined the faculty at Yale School of Medicine in 2024, holds dual appointments in pediatrics and internal medicine. For Wong, one of the joys of her work is the changing role she plays as she cares for children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of allergic and immunologic conditions. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/why-the-new-flu-variant-subclade-k-is-a-concern/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/why-the-new-flu-variant-subclade-k-is-a-concern/ Dr. Scott Roberts, Yale Medicine infectious diseases doctor, assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine, and associate medical director for infection control at Yale New Haven Hospital, joined WTNH's Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss a new flu variant Yale physicians have their eye on— Subclade K. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/02/12/using-ai-chatbot-health-advice-keep-these-tips-mind https://news.yale.edu/2026/02/12/using-ai-chatbot-health-advice-keep-these-tips-mind Chatbots like ChatGPT are launching services to give consumers health advice. In a QA, clinician-educator Shaili Gupta explains the benefits and risks of relying on them. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-landscape-carotid-artery-disease-treatment/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-landscape-carotid-artery-disease-treatment/ Carlos Mena, MD, professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine), is the site principal investigator for CREST-2, a clinical trial that aims to compare different methods of stroke prevention to determine the safest and most effective treatment options for individuals with carotid artery disease. In a QA, Mena discusses his work in the clinical trial and shares new findings that could potentially change the landscape for treating the disease. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-02-13/food-choice-matters-more-than-low-carb-or-low-fat-labels https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-02-13/food-choice-matters-more-than-low-carb-or-low-fat-labels “The findings show that what matters most for heart health is the quality of the foods people eat," said Dr. Harlan Krumholz."Whether a diet is lower in carbohydrates or fat, emphasizing plant-based foods, whole grains and healthy fats is associated with better cardiovascular outcomes.” Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/do-you-have-gerd-or-nerd https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/do-you-have-gerd-or-nerd A Yale Medicine gastroenterologist explains NERD, or non-erosive reflux disease, which causes acid reflux symptoms but no inflammation in the esophagus. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/sleep-as-a-risk-factor-for-cardiovascular-disease/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/sleep-as-a-risk-factor-for-cardiovascular-disease/ New research from Yale School of Medicine's Allison Gaffey, PhD, and Andrey Zinchuk, MD, MHS, highlights a powerful—and modifiable—tool for cardiovascular disease prevention. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:48:00 Z https://news.yale.edu/2026/02/11/seven-day-injectable-daily-tablet-buprenorphine-equally-effective-ed-patients-opioid-use https://news.yale.edu/2026/02/11/seven-day-injectable-daily-tablet-buprenorphine-equally-effective-ed-patients-opioid-use In a Yale study, researchers found that seven-day injectable buprenorphine and daily tablet buprenorphine are equally safe and effective in engaging patients with opioid use disorder in treatment after an emergency department visit. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/using-ai-to-guide-ai/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/using-ai-to-guide-ai/ Since arriving at Yale School of Medicine in 2019 as an internal medicine resident, Evangelos Oikonomou, MD, DPhil—now an assistant professor of medicine (cardiovascular medicine)—has focused his research on developing artificial intelligence (AI) applications that can interpret traditional, routine cardiac tests to better assist providers in diagnosing cardiovascular diseases. In a new paper published in NEJM AI, Oikonomou, together with Rohan Khera, MD, MS and their colleagues from the Yale Cardiovascular Data Science (CarDS) Lab, shared a new AI-enabled clinical decision support tool, TARGET-AI, designed to help clinicians and their larger health systems use AI more effectively. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-study-identifies-a-new-class-of-drug-targets-for-aggressive-leukemia/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/yale-study-identifies-a-new-class-of-drug-targets-for-aggressive-leukemia/ Hyperactive signaling pathways of some aggressive blood cancer cells can be tamped down by a previously unrecognized protein complex, ensuring the cancer’s survival. If one component of the complex is deleted or removed, the cancer cells are sent into overdrive and die, finds a Yale-led study published Feb.10 in Science Signaling. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/fellow-focus-in-four-justin-dower-md-endocrinology-and-metabolism/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/fellow-focus-in-four-justin-dower-md-endocrinology-and-metabolism/ Meet Justin Dower, MD, a clinical fellow in Endocrinology Metabolism, whose aim is to become an expert clinician, work with trainees, and learn how to better serve patients who speak other languages. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-yale-inflammatory-bowel-disease-center/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/new-yale-inflammatory-bowel-disease-center/ Recent studies estimate that by 2035, one in 100 people in the United States will have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a chronic inflammation of the digestive system. In response to this growing demand for IBD care, Yale School of Medicine faculty established the new Yale Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, which serves as a hub for research, clinical care, and medical education to improve the treatment of patients with IBD. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:30:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/inmotion-pharmacy-update/ https://medicine.yale.edu/internal-medicine/news-article/inmotion-pharmacy-update/ Sandra Springer, MD, provides an update on the InMOTION pharmacy in a QA. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/health/ai-chatbots-doctors-medicine.html https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/health/ai-chatbots-doctors-medicine.html Dr. Harlan Krumholz, a cardiologist at Yale and adviser to OpenEvidence, an A.I. program for doctors said, “A.I.’s reasoning and ability to make diagnoses is already outpacing what physicians can do,” said Dr. Krumholz, who is also a co-founder of two start-ups using A.I. to interpret medical scans and digital data. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z