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• Article - 2 Minute Read

  Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Ron Foster’s Story

  May 1, 2023

  To date, UPMC has performed more than 2,000 TAVR procedures in central Pennsylvania. Learn about Ron's TAVR story.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  What To Expect During Cardiac Catheterization

  April 25, 2022

  Find out what to expect if you need a cardiac catheterization. Learn about the heart cath procedure and what to expect post-procedure.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Cardiac catheterization, catheterization

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  Minimally Invasive Catheter Directed Thrombolysis: Norman’s Story

  September 18, 2014

  Read Norman's story to learn more about minimally invasive catheter directed thrombolysis and Norman's experience after being diagnosed with ischemia.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: arteries, blood, catheter, Dr. Efthymios Avgerinos, Dr. Rabih Chaer, ischemia, leg pain, numbness, pain, Pittsburgh, surgery, thrombolysis

  

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  UPMC Life Changers: Dr. Katie Berlacher Saw a Need for More Diversity in Cardiology. She and UPMC Are Addressing That Need

  February 1, 2024

  UPMC cardiologist Katie Berlacher, MD, started the I Look Like a Cardiologist program in an effort to increase diversity in the cardiology workforce.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 6 Minute Read

  Why You Might Need Surgery for Diverticulitis

  December 11, 2023

  Diverticulitis requires treatment with diet, medication, and sometimes surgery. Learn more about this condition and who might need surgery for diverticulitis.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Consideration, Specialty

  

• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Walter’s Story: A New Lease on Life After Open Heart Surgery

  November 24, 2023

  In June 2023, Walter underwent successful double bypass surgery at UPMC Harrisburg. Learn more about his story.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Podcast

  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT

  November 13, 2023

  Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be a life-threatening condition. Ulka Sachdev, MD, Co-director of the Vein Center at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, discusses causes, the warning signs and what you should discuss with your doctor.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

  Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  How Are Heart Defects in Infants and Kids Diagnosed?

  October 18, 2023

  Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defect. Learn about these heart defects in infants and children, and how they're diagnosed, and treated.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics, Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Understanding Supraventricular Tachycardia in Infants

  September 5, 2023

  Learn more about the causes of supraventricular tachycardia in infants and how to manage your baby's rapid heart rate.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Consideration