UPMC Stories

Everyone who comes through UPMC has a story. Patients face medical conditions both common and complex and overcome them with a combination of medical care and their own inner qualities. UPMC employees, both front-facing and behind the scenes, go above and beyond to make world-class care possible. Learn the stories of people at UPMC – patients, employees, loved ones, and others whom UPMC has touched.

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On Summertime Fishing Trips, One Physical Therapist Inspires Hope

August 27, 2018

For two years, Charlene Subrick, a physical therapist at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute at UPMC Mercy, has led an adaptive fishing program. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Recovering from Multiple ACL Injuries: Kenny’s Story

August 13, 2018

Four years since his second knee injury, Kenny a recent graduate of Washington and Jefferson College is now pursuing a career in medicine. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
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Tim’s Story: One Man’s Recovery from ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’

July 6, 2018

Tim Valentine of St. Marys still can’t believe what started out as a simple ear surgery turned into a much larger medical emergency. Learn more about his story. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Noel’s Story: Scapular Dyskinesis

July 5, 2018

Learn about Noel's patient recovery and how she found the help she needed for her scapular dyskinesis at UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
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Giving Back Through Philanthropy: Meet Noelle Conover

June 28, 2018

After losing her son, Matt, to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2002, Noelle Conover decided to help make a difference and created Matt's Maker Spaces at UPMC. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: back to school, Matt's Maker Spaces, Noelle Conover, pediatric cancer, UPMC Children's Hospital
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A Friendly Face at UPMC St. Margaret: Meet Clyde Fritzley

May 18, 2018

Clyde Fritzley has been a greeter at St. Margaret for 11 years. He exemplifies the quality of care and kindness offered at UPMC St. Margaret. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: UPMC
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Filling the Empty Arms of Grieving Parents: Meet Heather White

April 2, 2018

Heather White, RN, provides bereavement support and resources for parents who have lost babies. Learn more about her programs at UPMC Horizon. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories, Women's Health
Tagged with: Farrell, Heather White, Horizon campus, Mother's Day, Pennsylvania, UPMC Horizon
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Changing Lives With Living Donation: The Ryan King Story

March 1, 2018

As a physical therapist, Ryan King was used to helping others. So when his neighbor needed a kidney donation, he stepped up to the challenge. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: dialysis, Joe Chiprean, Ryan King, social media, transplant surgery
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Sandy’s Story: Outpatient Rehabilitation After Amputation

June 26, 2017

A four-wheeler accident pinned Sandy’s leg against a garage closet. Learn how she regained her independence after undergoing leg amputation. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: amputation, outpatient rehabilitation, rehabilitation