Published Work

This patient-focused article provides a clear and accessible overview of glioma, a type of brain tumor, explaining its different forms, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options offered at Stanford Brain Tumor Center, empowering patients with knowledge to navigate their care journey.

Publisher: Stanford Medicine
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview provides a comprehensive guide for health professionals on the management of preoperative anemia in adults, covering diagnosis and treatment strategies. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This accredited continuing education course for pharmacists provides a comprehensive overview of fibromyalgia, covering its pathophysiology, diagnosis, pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management, and interprofessional collaboration strategies to improve patient outcomes.

Publisher: RxCe
Writers: Kimberly Valenta, MD & Pam Sardo, PharmD

This guide helps patients understand potential drug interactions with Quviviq, a medication prescribed for insomnia, providing clear and accessible information to support safe use.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview offers health professionals a concise guide to serum sickness and serum sickness-like reaction, encompassing diagnosis, management, and preventive strategies for these immune-mediated conditions. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This patient education piece provides a clear explanation of meningiomas, including their characteristics, symptoms, the diagnostic process, and available treatment approaches at Stanford.

Publisher: Stanford Medicine
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview provides a comprehensive guide for health professionals on the use of chronic NIV in adults, covering terminology, patient evaluation, initiation and management of NIV, and addressing potential complications. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required.)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This article offers practical and medically sound advice for patients seeking to effectively manage their eczema without over-correcting, promoting gentle skincare practices alongside effective treatment.

Publisher: Healthgrades
Medical Reviewer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This guide offers patients and healthcare professionals reliable information on Concerta dosage, including appropriate usage, titration strategies, and potential side effects to support safe and effective treatment of ADHD.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview provides health professionals with a practical, patient-centered approach to the diagnosis and management of hyperglycemia in adults, covering key aspects from etiology to treatment strategies. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This comparative piece provides patients and healthcare professionals with a balanced overview of Botox and Aimovig for migraine treatment, exploring the nuances of each option to aid in informed decision-making.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This article provides valuable guidance for patients navigating the process of finding the right breast cancer specialists, offering practical tips and insights to support informed decisions.

Publisher: Healthgrades
Medical Reviewer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This comparative review clarifies the key distinctions between Orencia and Humira, empowering patients with the knowledge to engage in informed discussions with their healthcare team about these treatment options for inflammatory arthritis.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This resource offers patients clear guidance on Esbriet dosage, helping them understand how to use this medication effectively and safely in managing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview offers health professionals a comprehensive guide to tracheostomy care for hospitalized adults, covering tube components, bedside equipment, routine care, emergency management, and special considerations for obese patients. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This article offers patients a clear and accessible comparison of Lucentis and Avastin, outlining the key differences between these treatments to facilitate informed discussions with their ophthalmologists.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This clinical overview provides health professionals with a comprehensive guide to pain management in critically ill adult patients, covering assessment tools, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, and special considerations for patients with comorbidities. (Available on ClinicalKey - subscription required)

Publisher: Elsevier
Writer: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This article presents healthcare providers with a detailed comparison of Biktarvy and Genvoya, highlighting their distinct characteristics to aid in the selection of appropriate HIV treatment regimens.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This guide provides clear and straightforward instructions on Cyltezo dosage, helping patients understand how to use this biologic safely and effectively.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This patient-friendly guide explains Brixadi dosage, providing individuals with opioid use disorder and their families with clear information for safe medication management.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This resource offers valuable insights into potential drug interactions with Xeljanz, providing patients with the information they need to minimize risks and support discussions with their healthcare team.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This article provides dosage guidelines for Opvee, a medication used in opioid overdose emergencies, promoting safe and effective use of this medication.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

This guide helps patients understand potential drug interactions with Provigil, providing essential information to minimize risk and promote safe use.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

Managing cholesterol effectively starts with understanding your medication. This guide provides patients with clear and accurate information on Crestor dosage.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

Choosing the right migraine medication can be challenging. This article compares Emgality and Ajovy in a patient-friendly way, empowering individuals to make informed decisions with their doctors.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD

Protecting yourself from RSV is important. This guide provides clear and accessible information on Arexvy dosage, helping older adults understand this prevention option.

Publisher: Healthline
Editor: Kimberly Valenta, MD