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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Carotid Endarterectomy: Raymond’s Story

    January 10, 2019

    At UPMC Passavant, an ultrasound revealed Raymond had a complete blockage of the carotid artery on one side of his neck and a partial blockage on the other. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: UPMC Passavant

    Learn more about Raymond's treatment at UPMC Passavant
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    Tending Plants and Raising Spirits at One Hospital Garden

    May 22, 2018

    "Helping people is what you do." Meet Maurice Tyler, the UPMC Passavant groundskeeper who will wow you with his work in the gardens. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: UPMC hospitals, UPMC Passavant

    Meet Maurice, a gardener at UPMC
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    What Are Spider and Varicose Veins?

    December 16, 2013

    Learn more about spider and varicose veins from the UPMC Vein Center, and learn about your treatment options for this condition. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: chronic venous insufficiency, Ellen Dillavou MD, injections, radiofrequency ablation, spider veins, ulcers, UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, UPMC Passavant, varicose veins, Vein Centers, vein treatments, Venous Services

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