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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

  April 19, 2023

  Gastric sleeve surgery is a procedure that makes your stomach smaller in an effort to help with weight loss. Learn more from UPMC.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Weight Loss Surgery

  July 11, 2023

  For some patients, it may be the last resort to improve their health. Anita Courcoulas, MD, Director of the UPMC Bariatric Center, explains who is a good candidate for weight loss surgery and what patients is should consider.Listen Now

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  How to Prevent Surgical Site Infections

  August 16, 2022

  Postsurgical infections cause complications and longer hospital stays, but 60% are preventable. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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• Article - 2 Minute Read

  What to Know About Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

  August 15, 2022

  Using advanced technology, surgeons are able to perform minimally invasive spine surgery using smaller incisions. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health

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• Article - 23 Second Read

  Infectious Diseases

  May 26, 2016

  Learn about the causes of infectious disease, and what you can do to keep yourself safe.Read More

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