Search Results for: surgery
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How Inpatient Rehab Helped Nancy After Heart Surgery
Nancy was visiting Pittsburgh to attend her daughter's nursing school graduation when she learned she needed emergency open-heart surgery. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Mark’s Story: Treating Prostate Cancer with Robotic Surgery
As a retired funeral director with a family history of cancer, Mark Razanauskas has a unique perspective on life and death. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Dorothy’s Story: Hip Replacement Surgery to Improve Her Pain
Dorothy underwent a hip replacement procedure with orthopaedic surgeon Terrance Foust, DO, at UPMC Cole in September 2023. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Top 2 Most Common Plastic Surgery Procedures on the Body
Here's what you should know about the two most common elective plastic surgery procedures on five key areas of the body.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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A Better Way to Prepare for Surgery
Leslie Frazier was awaiting knee surgery when she heard about the UPMC Center for Perioperative Care. The Center for Perioperative Care (CPC) helps people improve their health before surgery. After her first appointment, Leslie knew this program was the right choice for her.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery?
ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. During ICL eye surgery, your eye surgeon inserts a very thin lens into your eye to permanently correct nearsightedness and astigmatism.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Peter’s Story: Back on the Gridiron After ACL Surgery
Athletes come to UPMC from around the world to take advantage of its research-driven and cutting-edge orthopaedic care. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Why You Should Travel to UPMC for Colon and Rectal Surgery
UPMC's Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery offers expert care for colorectal cancer and other disorders. Learn the services we provide for traveling patients.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Why You Might Need Surgery for Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis requires treatment with diet, medication, and sometimes surgery. Learn more about this condition and who might need surgery for diverticulitis.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
