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50 Phenoms: How Kelly Bundridge Kept Fighting After Double Amputation

November 21, 2022

Kelly Bundridge lost both her legs above her knee after a car crash. But she was determined to walk again. Learn her story in "Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms." Watch Now

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 4
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Chris’ Story: Getting Active Again After Same-Day Knee Replacement

November 3, 2022

An active lifestyle took a toll on Chris' knees, but same-day replacement surgery is helping him become active once more. Learn more from UPMC. Read More

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UPMC Life Changers: How Dr. Mubashir Mumtaz Helps Humanity

October 20, 2022

Mubashir Mumtaz, a cardiac surgeon at UPMC Harrisburg, provides lifesaving care in Pennsylvania and in his native Pakistan through a charitable organization. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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50 Phenoms: How Sara Stays Strong with Brittle Bone Disease

October 17, 2022

Sara Simpson was born with the condition osteogenesis imperfecta, or "brittle bone disease." Despite the challenges it causes, she doesn't back down. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 4
Article - 2 Minute Read

Reproductive Endocrinology: Bryana’s Story

August 15, 2022

When Bryana Hayes and her wife, Katie, were ready to start a family, they wanted to find a doctor who specialized in fertility treatments. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, UPMC Stories
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Article - 3 Minute Read

Doug’s Story: Back on Course After Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

August 2, 2022

After Doug felt back pain, doctors discovered he had a large abdominal aortic aneurysm. He received treatment at UPMC Harrisburg and recovered. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Luca’s Story: Aligning With His Identity Through Gender-Affirming Surgery

July 19, 2022

Learn how gender-affirming top surgery at UPMC Passavant with Dr. Brodie Parent helped Luca align with his gender identity. Read More

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Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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Orthostatic Hypotension: One Patient’s Journey to the Magee-Womens Heart Program

July 14, 2022

Orthostatic hypotension is also known as postural hypotension. It is a condition that occurs when your blood pressure quickly drops after moving from a seated to a standing position. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Wes’ Story: Record-Breaking Triple Jumper Leaps Past Injuries

July 13, 2022

Ever since he was a boy, it was clear that Wesley Matsuka-Williams was fast. Growing up in Norwich, England, Wes' dad saw his son's talent and signed him up for the local track team. Read More

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