Following a competitive national search, Terri Poe, DNP, RN, NE-BC, was selected as the first chief nursing executive for UAB Health System, effective Jan. 1. In this new systemwide role, she will focus on advancing nursing practice across UAB Medicine. Poe will align practice standards, support professional development, and strengthen care delivery teams.

The 2026 Birmingham Heart Walk will be held Saturday, March 14, at Railroad Park. The event brings the community together to promote heart-healthy living and support lifesaving research. UAB Medicine employees, family, and friends are invited to join a UAB team to help reach this year’s fundraising goals. Registration is free, and a donation is not required to walk.

There’s still time to order your 2026 UAB Medicine Heart Walk T-shirt, to support the Birmingham Heart Walk. Proceeds from T-shirt sales benefit the American Heart Association’s cardiovascular research. Order by Feb. 8 to ensure that your shirt arrives before the event.

As part of the transition to Epic, several new AI tools will be available to reduce time spent on documentation and other administrative tasks. These resources support clinical note drafting, chart review, and patient communication, all while keeping providers and staff in full control of final content.

Ice, snow, and extreme cold can disrupt daily routines and create significant safety risks at home and on the road – even in Alabama. UAB Emergency Management offers practical tips to help you stay safe before, during, and after a winter storm.