Communications Manager
Sawani serves as the communications manager at Michigan Medicine with responsibility for community benefits and environmental, social and governance, or ESG, priorities, as well as pharmacy and innovation, government relations and select integration work that crosses all units. Previously, she was a part of the public relations team for several years, where she handled media relations and written communication for various departments across the institution. Sawani is passionate about fostering a sense of unity and bridging gaps between cultures through the art of storytelling. Prior to joining U-M in 2017, she worked in public affairs and government communications in Washington, D.C., and Southeastern Michigan. Contact: [email protected].
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New research offers an answer for why some people diagnosed with obesity develop breathing problems.
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The Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center (MHWFAC) is pleased to announce a major new initiative, the Michigan Food Allergy Research Accelerator (M-FARA). This program was made possible by a five-year gift from an anonymous donor for $5 million, which is renewable for a second $5 million after its period has lapsed.
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A multidisciplinary Michigan Medicine program performs innovative weight-loss treatments using noninvasive techniques. Learn more about these options.
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A recent paper from two U-M hepatologists highlights the liver dangers associated with consuming some herbal and dietary supplements designed to build muscle or lose weight.
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Treatment for inflammatory bowel disease often involves coordination among doctors and facilities. A new study finds there’s room for improvement.
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The United States Renal (Kidney) Data System (USRDS) has just released its Annual Data Report (ADR) for 2018 on the state of kidney disease for the country. The report is prepared by the USRDS Coordinating Center based at the University of Michigan’s Kidney Epidemiology and Cost Center in partnership with Arbor Research Collaborative for Health.
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A multidisciplinary team at U-M has developed a VR app that simulates what it’s like to undergo an MRI. The app has the potential to alleviate patient anxiety surrounding the popular scanning procedure.
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An innovative, 15-year study reveals low rates of breast cancer recurrence in patients with reconstructed breast tissue, chest walls or lymph nodes.
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A groundbreaking U-M study examines sexual violence and aggression among middle school and high school students.
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A cutting-edge imaging strategy could significantly improve survival rates among patients at risk for liver cancer.
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A federal grant has helped U-M and five other institutions launch a collaborative effort to research the common and costly complication of diabetes.
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University of Michigan experts in anesthesiology and radiation oncology are among the new members of the National Academy of Medicine of the National Academies, one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine. The institute was formerly called the Institute of Medicine.
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A program that provides peer-to-peer health counseling applies U-M research in a faith-based setting. See how it’s helping parishioners in need.
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Michigan Medicine has expanded its health care services with today’s opening of the new Brighton Center for Specialty Care.
