Medical Education & Research Institute

We are happy to be part of Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) Annual meeting again this year! It is always a great time to be surrounded by industry leaders and great people.

Congratulations to the great doctors at Semmes Murphey Clinic, PC for being named Top Doctors of 2022!

Partners MERI and Genesis push through COVID impact to continue specimen medical training

“At MERI, doctors have the opportunity to learn new techniques and solutions for procedures by actually doing the procedures,” he said. “As innovation in patient care quickly grows, opportunities to learn new techniques allow doctors to treat their patients with the best care available.”

Thank you, The Daily Memphian telling our story and showing the impact COVID has had on our organization.

Partners MERI and Genesis push through COVID impact to continue specimen medical training COVID-19 resulted in fewer donations for Genesis Legacy Whole Body Donation Foundation, a non-transplant anatomic donation organization that shares space with the Medical Education and Research Institute. 

We are proud to work with MediCop, their training saves lives!

Hot dogs or hamburgers, beach trips or pool parties, charcoal or gas, family and friends. No matter how you celebrate have a spectacular 4th of July!

Guide to Recognizing Elder Abuse And Knowing Your Rights | Updated for 2021 | AgingInPlace.org

Guide to Recognizing Elder Abuse And Knowing Your Rights | Updated for 2021 | AgingInPlace.org Elder abuse can often go unnoticed or unreported. Learn the signs and symptoms of abuse to help provider a better quality of life for yourself or another.

Covid Was a Tipping Point for Telehealth. If Some Have Their Way, Virtual Visits Are Here to Stay.

Some services that expanded during the pandemic may be here to stay. And that may not be a bad thing.

Covid Was a Tipping Point for Telehealth. If Some Have Their Way, Virtual Visits Are Here to Stay. Pressure is mounting on Congress and the Biden administration to make permanent pandemic-inspired rules that fueled telehealth growth. Some fear fraud and ballooning costs.

Moment of Remembrance | Memorial Day 2020

Thank you to all who have served.

Moment of Remembrance | Memorial Day 2020 Every year on Memorial Day, the Moment of Remembrance invites Americans to pause for one minute to remember those who served, while listening to Taps—the bug...

Genesis manager Robin Bozarth was interviewed by Betty LaMarr recently on her show, Medical Talk. Robin discusses all aspects of the Genesis program, including the history of MERI and how Genesis came to play a pivotal of MERI's legacy.
Tune in tomorrow (Friday, April 16) at 1:30pm on Comcast Cable Channel 17!

Life-saving surgery performed in Memphis after girl flown from the Caribbean; no charges to family

Love our friends at Le Bonheur!

Life-saving surgery performed in Memphis after girl flown from the Caribbean; no charges to family The surgery was performed at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, which waived operation fees, and Dr. Klimo did the surgery pro bono.

We salute the rockstar women at Methodist Healthcare!

Our friends at Hamilton Eye Institute here in Memphis had a great experience at MERI thanks to our wonderful donors. This experience gave their surgeons new skills and perspectives. Call us today to book your lab! We can host you here or at the location of your choosing.

What we now know — and don’t know — about the coronavirus variants

Coronavirus variants are getting a lot of press, some legitimate and some speculation. In this article from STAT News experts weigh in on what they are worried about and what the evolution of the virus means going forward.
"Eventually, scientists think, the virus will accumulate the right combination of mutations to warrant updating the vaccines, a not-that-difficult process for vaccine makers. But it doesn’t appear we’re at that point now..."

What we now know — and don’t know — about the coronavirus variants STAT explains what’s known about the variants, why they’re getting so much attention, and what they mean for the trajectory of the pandemic.

Dr. Foley Earns Best Spine Technology Award

Congratulations to our founder and medical director, Dr. Kevin Foley!

Dr. Foley Earns Best Spine Technology Award Dr. Kevin Foley, in partnership with Fusion Robotics, makes a splash at Orthopedics This Week's 2020 Spine Technology Awards

MERI | Genesis has a rich history with veterans, from donors to staff to course participants and instructors. On this Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day please take a moment to thank the veterans and active duty military in your lives.
From all of us at MERI | Genesis, thank you.

Upcoming 2020-2021 Influenza Season

Everything you wanted to know on the current flu season.

Upcoming 2020-2021 Influenza Season What you need to know about the upcoming 2020-2021 influenza season in the United States.

Over 30% of our donors are veterans. We honor them everyday, but especially today! Thank you for your service to our country. We are honored to have so many of you as part of our program and thank you for your commitment to our mission.

November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month. Our donor program, Genesis Legacy, works very closely with hospice and palliative care staff, so please join us in thanking those professionals who make end-of-life more comfortable and peaceful for so many.

If you haven't already please get out and vote today!

Stryker, NuVasive, Globus forge on with surgical robots through COVID-19

The pandemic hasn't stopped orthopaedic and spine specialists from moving forward with robotic surgery products.

Stryker, NuVasive, Globus forge on with surgical robots through COVID-19 Despite worries that the pandemic's financial strain on customers may slow adoption of the expensive tools for knee, hip and spine surgery, device makers' Q3 reports reveal momentum.

GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY - October 15, 2020 | National Today

Let's keep them washed!

GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY - October 15, 2020 | National Today Global Handwashing Day is a day to salute the doctors and scientists who discovered that washing hands can save lives and learn more about microbes!

5 ways COVID-19 is reshaping the medtech industry

COVID is reshaping most industries. As you look at your options for training keep in mind we can come to you or you can come to us, but either way be confident knowing we have the latest technology and strict protocols for participant safety.

5 ways COVID-19 is reshaping the medtech industry Remote tech, clinical trials and marketing are a few of the areas disrupted by the pandemic this year — with changes that look set to stick around.

CMS officials elaborate on proposed breakthrough device coverage pathway

Streamlining the path from new devices to Medicare/Medicaid approval, "would enable coverage of any device designated by FDA as a breakthrough technology and will attempt to codify a clear definition of what is "reasonable and necessary" for making those determinations," said Tamara Syrek Jensen, director of CMS' coverage and analysis group.

CMS officials elaborate on proposed breakthrough device coverage pathway Agency representatives fleshed out details of proposed reimbursement meant to speed coverage of these technologies in a townhall webcast during AdvaMed's Virtual MedTech Conference.

New Avail System

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New Avail System

New Avail System

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New Avail System

The Show Must Go On

Innovation in the midst of the pandemic, unprecedented times indeed.

The Show Must Go On Despite coronavirus challenges, 3 HMS summer programs innovate, inspire

How COVID-19 is challenging and changing medtech supply chain management

“The silver lining for something like COVID-19 is the opportunity to take advantage & make a compelling business case to pursue ideas like digital technology or visibility or automation … because the entire business is aware of the disruption that the business felt." ~ Stephen Meyer

How COVID-19 is challenging and changing medtech supply chain management Four experts share insights on the supply and demand hangups medtechs have been working through during the pandemic, and a few early takeaways the industry can carry forward.

Happy National Dog Day from the dog lovers at the MERI!

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St. Jude employees show high immunity to virus

Fascinating look at how the staff at St. Jude can impact the outcomes of coronavirus patients.

“If we can explain why some people get really sick, maybe we can intervene proactively to protect others.”
Paul Thomas, St. Jude researcher

St. Jude employees show high immunity to virus St. Jude is using daily test data of hundreds of employees to unravel the mysteries of COVID-19 immunity, antibodies.

Regional One, Semmes Murphey zap cells in brain that cause tremors

Our friends at Semmes Murphey continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible, this time collaborating with another Memphis medical powerhouse, Regional One.

Regional One, Semmes Murphey zap cells in brain that cause tremors The incision-less procedure is done on an outpatient basis at Regional One's east campus by Semmes Murphey neurosurgeon, Dr. Aaron Bond.

The kids at St. Jude need you to wear a mask

Memphians will recognize Dr. Downing as the leader of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital here in Memphis. His words apply, however, where ever you live. You will protect the most vulnerable when you wear a mask.

"During the pandemic, you play a role in protecting patients at St. Jude. Our doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, scientists and support staff – nearly 5,000 strong – live in your community. By wearing a mask, you help protect them from contracting the virus – and as a result, they can continue to do their lifesaving work. Our staff know all too well that cancer and other deadly illnesses don’t stop, even in the midst of a pandemic. As the mother of a St. Jude patient told me, “Wearing a mask is an act of kindness.”" Dr. James Downing, President & CEO of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

The kids at St. Jude need you to wear a mask James Downing: "Not long ago, the COVID-19 reports were encouraging. Now, I look at the numbers with a feeling of dread."

C'mon, do medical experts really wear masks all the time?

Our own Kathleen Forbes was part of the Daily Memphian's report on how our health experts here in Memphis are dealing with COVID-19 in their daily lives. Kathleen is a member of our Board of Directors. We appreciate her service to us and to our healthcare community at large!

C'mon, do medical experts really wear masks all the time? We asked Shelby County medical experts and they answered: What kind of social distancing precautions do you take to avoid contracting COVID-19?