- Manifestation of Isolated Vertebral Osseous Sarcoidosis: A Case Report. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):427-429.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Sarcoidosis should be considered in the differential diagnoses of vertebral lesions, even in the absence of systemic involvement.
- Purple Fentanyl: A New Face on an Old Enemy. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):424-426.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Awareness of emerging substances of abuse will enable clinicians to diagnose and treat affected patients more readily.
- Intraventricular Left Anterior Descending Artery in a Patient with Ventricular Tachycardia - Innocent Bystander with Significant Procedural Implications. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):421-423.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Multimodality imaging is vital in assessing the clinical significance of an anomalous coronary artery and ensuring the procedural safety of ventricular tachycardia ablation.
- A Confirmed Case of Rat Bite Fever. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):418-420.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: This report describes a rare, culture-confirmed case of rat bite fever. Because this disease is not nationally reportable, it may be more prevalent than currently recognized and should remain in the differential diagnosis for patients with nonspecific symptoms and known rodent exposure.
- Sitosterolemia: A Rare Cause of Severe Hypercholesterolemia in Children. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):414-417.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Sitosterolemia, though rare, should be considered in severe hypercholesterolemia when FH genetic testing is negative. This case demonstrates a typical presentation and favorable response to treatment with ezetimibe and dietary modification.
- Lung Adenocarcinoma in Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia: A Case Report of Metastatic Disease and Successful Multimodal Treatment. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):410-413.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Although rare, clinicians should consider lung cancer in patients with PCD who present with persistent symptoms refractory to standard treatment.
- De Novo Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis Post-Liver Transplant: The Case for Surveillance. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):407-409.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Vigilant screening for allograft fibrosis, cirrhosis, and malignancy using emerging modalities in long-time liver transplant survivors warrants consideration.
- Thinking Beyond Common Diagnoses: A Case Report of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. [Case Reports]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):402-406.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: This case highlights the challenges of diagnosing CJD and underscores the value of System 1 and System 2 reasoning in navigating a broad differential diagnosis in patients presenting with altered mental status and rapidly progressive neurologic symptoms.
- Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Pediatric Readiness in Wisconsin's Community Emergency Departments. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):398-401.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: The targeted intervention improved pediatric readiness in 20 EDs from diverse settings and emphasizes the role of leadership and structured guidance to improve care provided to children in Wisconsin.
- A Qualitative Analysis on the Implementation of a Community-Based Free Sunscreen Dispenser Program. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):394-397.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: These findings highlight the value of a collaborative public health intervention aimed at improving sun safety awareness and access to preventive resources.
- Improving Utilization of Sputum Culture in Patients Hospitalized with Pneumonia: A Quality Improvement Initiative. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):391-393.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: This intervention demonstrates the potential for antimicrobial stewardship programs to improve adherence to guideline-based practices through pharmacist-led initiatives.
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate as a Conducting Medium Is Noninferior to Ultrasound Gel in Ultrasound Image Quality: A Blinded, Randomized Comparative Study. [Randomized Controlled Trial]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):388-390.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: The commonly used skin antiseptic chlorhexidine gluconate with isopropyl alcohol demonstrated noninferior image quality compared with ultrasound gel and may represent a more economical alternative for ultrasound-guided interventions, with the potential to reduce infectious complications.
- Persistent Racial, Ethnic, and County-Level Disparities in Invasive Cervical Cancer Incidence in Wisconsin, 1998-2022. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):383-387.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: Because cervical cancer is largely preventable, the persistence of substantial disparities in Wisconsin highlights structural inequities that warrant urgent attention.
- Effectiveness of Group Medical Visits for Patient Wellness: A Mixed Method Study Within UW Health. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):378-382.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: GMVs were associated with improvements in fatigue and participation in social roles and were viewed favorably by patients and clinicians. Although additional controlled studies are needed, GMVs may represent a promising approach to supporting wellness among patients living with chronic conditions.
- The Development and Evolution of Group Medical Visits at UW Health. [Journal Article]WMJ. 2026; 125(3):371-377.WMJ
- CONCLUSIONS: As GMVs continue to evolve, enhancing support mechanisms, refining recruitment strategies, and expanding access will be crucial for optimizing their impact on chronic disease management. These insights offer valuable learnings for UW Health and other institutions seeking to refine and expand GMVs.