Methodist Health System

This study tested a new way to help adults with obesity lose weight using personalized health planning in group medical visits. Eleven motivated adults aged 30 to 60 with a BMI between 35 and 50 took part. The approach tracked weight, blood pressure, waist size, and mood changes …

This study looked at 45 adults on hemodialysis who had a blocked or narrowed superior vena cava (SVC), a large vein in the chest. Doctors used surgery or a stent to reopen the vein and relieve symptoms. The goal was to see how well the repair worked over time and whether it helpe…

This study tested whether giving one dose of belatacept can safely delay the start of a stronger anti-rejection drug (tacrolimus) in kidney transplant patients whose new kidneys are slow to start working. 67 adults with delayed graft function took part. Researchers tracked how qu…

This study looked at how well a special stent (Enterprise 2) works with coils to treat wide-neck brain aneurysms. Ten adults with this condition were enrolled. The main goal was to see if the stent stays in place and doesn't cause problems like narrowing or shifting over time.

This study looked at whether giving liver transplant patients lower doses of immune-suppressing drugs could reduce the risk of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), a serious complication where donor cells attack the recipient's body. The study involved 100 adults who received a live…

This study tested a special stent system to help treat brain aneurysms with a wide neck. A wide-neck aneurysm is harder to seal because the opening is large. The stent acts like a bridge to hold tiny coils inside the aneurysm, blocking blood flow. The study included 30 adults wit…

This study looked at a procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty to help people with obesity lose weight. 75 adults who had trouble losing weight with diet and exercise alone took part. The procedure reduces stomach size using a tube inserted through the mouth, and particip…

This study looked at whether the drug sacubitril/valsartan works as well in African American patients with heart failure as it does in others. Over 6,500 African American adults with reduced heart pumping function took part. Researchers measured how many died or were hospitalized…

This study tested facial transplantation in 3 people with severe facial damage from accidents. The goal was to improve their quality of life and facial function. Participants received a donor face and were followed to see how well they recovered and adapted. Because lifelong anti…

This study looked at whether a fixed dose of a clotting drug (4F-PCC) is safe and effective for people with brain bleeds caused by common blood thinners like rivaroxaban or apixaban. Researchers compared the fixed dose to the standard weight-based dose in 76 adults. The goal was …

This study tested whether a pharmacist-led program could safely reduce the use of acid-suppressing drugs given to prevent stress ulcers in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. 120 adults in the ICU were included, and those without high-risk conditions had their stomach acid medica…

This study tested a procedure called fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) in 24 adults with recurring Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection. FMT involves placing healthy donor stool into the patient's colon to restore good bacteria killed by antibiotics. The goal was to see if F…

This study looked at a flexible dosing method for delivering tiny radioactive beads (Y90 SIR-Spheres) directly to liver tumors that cannot be surgically removed. The goal was to see how well this approach controls the cancer and affects survival. Only one person took part, so res…

This study looked at how safe and effective the antibiotic omadacycline is for treating moderate to severe diabetic foot infections, including bone infections, in hospitalized adults. Researchers compared 42 patients who received omadacycline to a similar group who got standard a…

This study looked at whether doxycycline, a common antibiotic, can prevent spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in people with cirrhosis. SBP is a serious infection of the fluid in the belly. The study included 841 adults with cirrhosis who were at risk for SBP. Researchers co…

This study tested whether a nausea relief inhaler can help reduce nausea and vomiting after bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. Fifty adults aged 18 to 65 who had the surgery were included. The goal was to see if the inhaler could lessen the need for extra nausea medications and imp…

This small study tested a procedure called cryoanalgesia, which uses cold to temporarily freeze nerves and relieve pain from broken ribs. The goal was to see if this approach could control pain better than standard treatments and reduce the need for strong painkillers. Five adult…

This study looked at whether mindfulness exercises can lower stress and improve communication between patients with liver disease and their doctors. 56 adults took part. Researchers measured stress, anxiety, and how well patients felt they could share in decisions about their car…

This study looked at 186 adults who had a liver transplant at one hospital. Researchers compared costs and transplant numbers before and after a new national policy that changed how donated livers are shared. The goal was to understand if the policy led to higher costs for the tr…

This study looked at over 26,000 adults who had vascular procedures (like treating blocked arteries or varicose veins) in a doctor's office instead of a hospital. The goal was to see how often people went home safely versus needing emergency care or hospital admission. The result…

This study tested a training program that uses artificial intelligence to help charge nurses improve how they handle conflicts. 35 nurses completed the program, and researchers measured their confidence in managing difficult situations. The goal was to support a healthier work en…

This study looked at 100 fully vaccinated adults who later tested positive for COVID-19. Researchers compared infection rates between people who only had the initial vaccine series and those who also got a booster shot. The goal was to understand how often breakthrough infections…

This study looked at how emergency pharmacists used a special agreement to write prescriptions for patients after they left the hospital, solving issues like missing or incorrect medications. Researchers reviewed 350 patients' records to count the prescriptions sent and check if …

This study gathered information from 550 adults treated for COVID-19 at Methodist Health System facilities. Researchers looked at patient details, treatments given, and how well patients recovered. The goal was to learn more about the disease and improve future care.

This study looked at blood product shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic at a Dallas hospital. Researchers tracked when emergency surgeries were delayed or couldn't get needed blood. The goal is to create better policies for handling blood supply during future health crises.

This study looked back at medical records of 50 obese adults (BMI over 30) who were treated for HSV encephalitis, a serious brain infection, with the drug acyclovir. The goal was to see if using ideal body weight or adjusted body weight to calculate the dose changed the chance of…

This study looked back at medical records of 504 adults with small bowel obstruction to see if using a water-soluble contrast study helps patients recover faster and safer. The goal was to find ways to shorten hospital stays and reduce complications. No new treatments were tested…

This study looked back at how 100 hospitalized adults were given the blood thinner heparin to treat or prevent blood clots. Researchers checked if doctors and nurses followed the standard dosing guidelines based on blood test results. The goal was to find where mistakes happen so…

This study looked at whether wearing an activity monitor after heart surgery helps patients get moving sooner and return to their normal activity levels faster. Twelve adults who had cardiovascular surgery and could walk without help wore a wrist device to track their steps and m…

This study looked at pregnant women who needed emergency surgery for problems like appendicitis or gallbladder disease. Researchers wanted to see if the surgery affected the baby's health. They found that emergency surgery did not harm the baby. The study was small, with only 3 p…

This study looked at whether using personal smartphones for work hurts work-life balance and increases burnout in nurse managers who oversee more than 50 staff. Six nurse managers tried different communication strategies and reported their stress levels before and after. The goal…

This study tested a special imaging system called NvisionVLE® in 3 patients with bile duct disease. The goal was to see if it is safe and helps doctors better see and treat bile duct issues. The study is already completed, and results will help improve future care.

This study surveyed 3,000 healthcare workers to find out how often they experience workplace violence, including physical and verbal attacks. The goal was to measure the impact on workers' well-being and patient care. Results will help improve reporting and support for staff.

This study placed a full-time chaplain in a primary care clinic to see how often patients and doctors asked for their help and what topics were discussed. 312 adult patients took part. The goal was to understand how spiritual and emotional support can be offered in a regular doct…

This study examined medical records of 263 adults with biopsy-confirmed NASH to see how factors like age, other health problems, and medications relate to the severity of liver scarring. Researchers focused on metabolic syndrome components as potential risk factors. No treatments…

This study looked at 945 adults with septic shock in the ICU to see if giving blood pressure medicine based on body weight works better than a standard dose. The goal was to find out which method leads to better survival and fewer side effects. Results will help hospitals choose …

This study looked at the medical records of 8 men diagnosed with breast cancer at Methodist Health System. The goal was to learn more about their backgrounds, how the disease progressed, and what happened after treatment. The information gathered helps doctors better understand t…

This study tested a risk prediction tool (ADE-RED) to identify emergency department patients at high risk for serious drug side effects that could lead to hospitalization. Researchers enrolled 471 adults and tracked whether the tool helped reduce return visits or hospital stays. …

This study examined how obesity impacts hospital stays and recovery in trauma patients aged 60 and older. Researchers compared obese and non-obese patients to see if weight affected length of stay, complications, or treatment costs. The goal was to clarify conflicting evidence an…

This study looked at 197 ICU patients with gram-negative bacterial infections to see if using the same antibiotic as before leads to more drug resistance. Researchers compared patients who got the same antibiotic again versus those who got a different one. The goal was to underst…

This study reviewed Press Ganey surveys from 1,800 patients who visited neurosurgery clinics or hospitals between 2016 and 2020. The goal was to see how patients rated their doctors, nurses, and overall care, and to find trends over time. No treatments were tested—this was purely…

This study created a large registry to track what happens to people after surgery for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Researchers collected data from 394 patients aged 50 and older who had AAA repair at hospitals in North Texas. The goal was to monitor survival, need for repe…

This study tested a simple frailty score (TSFI) in 500 older adults (65+) with physical trauma to see if it could predict complications and death better than age alone. Researchers collected data from multiple hospitals to confirm the score's accuracy. The goal is to help doctors…

This completed study looked at 4 emergency surgery patients who were taking blood thinners like DOACs, warfarin, or antiplatelets. The goal was to see if those on DOACs had more bleeding or needed extra procedures to stop bleeding. The study aimed to gather information to help gu…

This study reviewed medical records of 417 adults hospitalized with COVID-19 at four hospitals. Researchers wanted to find out how many patients also had other infections (co-infections) or got new infections later. They also looked at whether these extra infections affected deat…

This study created a large database of information from nearly 1,000 adult trauma patients with severe arm or leg injuries. Researchers collected details like injury type, treatments received, and outcomes to find ways to improve survival and limb-saving care. The goal was to sup…

This study gathered information from 69 older adults (age 40 and up) who had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) confirmed by CT scan. Researchers looked at patients' health history, frailty, and treatments to find patterns that lead to better recovery. No new treatments were tested—t…

This study checked if testing patients for certain drug-resistant bacteria (called MDR gram-negative organisms) when they enter the hospital can predict if they will later get an infection from those same germs. Researchers looked back at records of nearly 2,900 adult patients wh…

This study looked at hospital records of 132 ICU patients with pneumonia to find out why some infections are resistant to common antibiotics. The goal was to identify risk factors for drug-resistant bacteria. The results may help doctors choose better treatments for these serious…