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Joseph’s Story: How Physical Therapy Helped Reduce Hip Pain

December 9, 2022

In the summer of 2022, Joseph decided to seek help. After visiting his primary care physician, they recommended he try physical therapy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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Saving Janet’s Leg: Vascular Surgery at UPMC Passavant

November 23, 2022

Learn about how UPMC Passavant's limb salvage program saves lives, including patient Janet C. of Mercer County. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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UPMC Life Changers: How the Three Remaining Sisters of Mercy Carry on Their Mission

November 21, 2022

Sisters Carolyn, Placidus, and Sandy are the three remaining Sisters of Mercy at the hospital. But they continue to carry out their vows of poverty, chastity, obedience, and a special fourth vow of service. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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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

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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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

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories
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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

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
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

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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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
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, UPMC Stories
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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
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