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Vascular Surgery for Peripheral Artery Disease
Dr. Jorge Rey, a vascular surgeon at the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and the innovative treatments a team of specialists at UHealth are using to get patients back on their feet. David Raska is one of those patients.
UHealth Neurosurgeon Performs Surgery to Remove Meningiomas
Dr. Jacques Morcos, director of skull base and cerebrovascular surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains what a meningioma is, how this type of tumor can affect a patient, and the surgical techniques involved in removing them. Dean Metzler is one of those patients.
Retina Specialist Performs Macular Hole Repair
Audina Berrocal, M.D., a world-renowned retina specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what a macular hole is and how it can affect a person’s vision. She and her team specialize in macular hole repair that restores a patient’s central vision. Diana Bell is one of those patients.
World-renowned multiple myeloma expert treating patients at Sylvester
Multiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in adults. World-renowned myeloma researcher, Dr. Ola Landgren, is bringing his expertise directly to patients as the new Chief of Sylvester’s myeloma program. He explains how innovative new therapies are prolonging the lives of patients who are thriving like never before. Inas Elattar is one of those patients.
Holiday Blues on the Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Marisa Echenique, a UHealth clinical psychologist, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic is sparking cases of the holiday blues this year, how to get through these difficult times, and where people can go to get the mental help they need.
Recent Advancements in Lung Cancer Treatment
Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez, oncologist/hematologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses recent advancements in lung cancer treatments, helping patients live longer, happier lives.
Reoperative Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is Benefitting Heart Patients
Dr. Joseph Lamelas, Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a reoperative minimally invasive cardiac procedure he pioneered is helping heart patients avoid open surgery and recover faster with less risk of bleeding and infection.
Genetic Testing at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Rachel Silva-Smith, a genetic counselor with the Department of Genetics at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what genetic testing is, who is a good candidate, and why certain people should undergo testing.
Proton Therapy Now Being Offered to Patients at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
The Dwoskin Proton Therapy Center opens its doors to patients. The NCI-designated cancer center offers patients proton therapy, an advanced and very precise type of radiation.
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery at University of Miami Health System
Dr. Michael Wang, chief of neurosurgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses a minimally-invasive approach to spinal surgery he pioneered that is now available as an outpatient procedure.
Orthopedic Surgery at University of Miami Health System
Dr. Victor Hugo Hernandez, orthopedic surgeon at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the many benefits of outpatient knee replacement surgery.
COVID-19 Response at University of Miami Health System
Dr. Dushyantha Jayaweera, physician-researcher at University of Miami Health System, discusses a clinical trial for a drug called Aviptadil that may help prevent death and serious illness due to COVID-19.
Cardiac Surgery at University of Miami Health System
The COVID-19 pandemic has people with underlying medical conditions -- including those with heart issues -- on high alert.
Phase 1 Clinical Trials at Sylvester
Dr. Jamie Merchan, director of Phase I clinical trials at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the expansion of Sylvester’s Phase I clinical research program through designation from the National Cancer Institute, and the benefits of participating in ongoing clinical research studies that make new drugs available to patients with cancer.
Solutions for Hearing Loss at UHealth Ear Institute
Danielle Branciforte has been wearing hearing aids since she was a teenager, but they never quite delivered the sound quality she desired.