Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses aortic valve replacement, and how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered is helping patients get back on their feet and back to their lives. Juan Quesada is one of those patients.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only cancer center in South Florida offering a new technology in breast cancer detection called contrast-enhanced mammography (CEM).
Ivette Cejas, Ph.D., is a psychologist and Director of Family Support Services as part of the Children’s Hearing Program at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. For information on hearing loss treatments and services click here or visit the UHealth Collective.
For patients with complex cancer cases that spread in the abdominal or chest cavity, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is a leader in a procedure that combines surgery and heated chemotherapy. Dr. Mecker Moller, a surgical oncologist and head of the HIPEC Program at Sylvester, (which stands for hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy), explains how this highly intensive treatment is administered to cancer patients in the operating room.
Kristin Rojas, M.D., FACS, a fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how a new type of breast cancer surgery called Nipple Sparing Mastectomy is helping patients get back to their lives. Rachel Malove is one of those patients.
Dr. Jose G. Romano, Professor of Neurology and the Chief of the Stroke Division at the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of stroke, and how a team of specialists at UHealth's Stroke Division is getting patients back on their feet and enjoying their lives. Cipora Auslander is one of those patients.
Dr. Jorge Rey, a vascular surgeon at the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and the innovative treatments a team of specialists at UHealth are using to get patients back on their feet. David Raska is one of those patients.
Carmen Calfa M.D., a breast medical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Chair of the TAPUR Steering Group of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), explains how the TAPUR trial is offering molecularly targeted therapies to eligible late-stage cancer patients using FDA-approved medications. Susan Spak is one of those patients.
Estelamari Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., a thoracic oncologist and Associate Director of Community Outreach for Thoracic Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses an increasing number of lung cancer cases in non-smoking, younger women, and why biomarker testing is crucial for every patient with a lung cancer diagnosis. Lori Weinstock is one of those patients.
Luanne Force, M.D., a colorectal surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains the importance of getting a screening colonoscopy and what age you should start. Sabrina Aten says her first colonoscopy saved her life, and she hopes her story will encourage others to get screened.
Luanda Grazette, M.D., M.P.H., FACC, a cardiologist and director of the Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Failure Recovery Program at the University of Miami Health System, discusses heart disease, what we can do to prevent it, and how UHealth is working to manage and in some cases reverse heart failure in patients. Dominick Esposito is one of those patients.
Dr. Mikkael Sekeres, the new Chief of Hematology and leukemia specialist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, discusses how patients with blood and bone marrow cancers are taking extra precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how advancements in therapies are helping leukemia patients live longer, healthier lives.
Michelle Pearlman, M.D., a gastroenterologist who specializes in weight management and nutrition at the University of Miami Health System, discusses aging and weight loss and why it's never too late to make healthier choices. Agustin Arellano is one of those patients.
Raveen Syan, M.D., a urologist at the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System who specializes in pelvic floor disorders, explains how a tiny device is changing the lives of patients with overactive bladder. Dana Prytula is one of those patients.
Liza Smirnoff, M.D., a neurologist and headache specialist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, describes some of the symptoms and causes of migraine, and how new treatments like preventative therapies are helping patients get relief. Andrea Marron is one of those patients.
Marilyn Huang, M.D., a gynecologic oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the importance of getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and how a partnership between Sylvester and the World Health Organization aims to eliminate cervical cancer by meeting three key targets by the year 2030.
Dr. Olveen Carrasquillo, Chief of General Internal Medicine at UHealth, explains why it is so important for people to volunteer for clinical trials and describes how UHealth's new user-friendly website, UMiamiHealthResearch.org, works and provides a platform for active research studies. Participant Marilyn Diaz talks about why she volunteered for a COVID-19 vaccine study.
Dr. Julianne Munoz, an orthopedic surgeon at UHealth Sports Medicine Institute, explains how total shoulder replacement works, who is a good candidate, and how the procedure is helping patients get back to the activities they love. Reynaldo Segui is one of those patients.
Dr. Victor H. Hernandez, the Division Chief of Joint Replacement at the University of Miami Health System, explains how new technology through a wearable device is helping patients recover faster from knee replacement surgery. Alina Schuh is one of those patients.
Henry Moore, M.D., a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease, a neurodegenerative disorder, and describes how Deep Brain Stimulation or DBS is helping some patients live a more active life. Giselle Casimiro is one of those patients.
Dr. Dipen Parekh, interim chief operations officer at University of Miami Health System, discusses the new safety measures in place at UHealth's medical facilities as elective procedures and medical appointments resume in South Florida.
Dr. Jacques Morcos, director of skull base and cerebrovascular surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains what a meningioma is, how this type of tumor can affect a patient, and the surgical techniques involved in removing them. Dean Metzler is one of those patients.
Audina Berrocal, M.D., a world-renowned retina specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what a macular hole is and how it can affect a person’s vision. She and her team specialize in macular hole repair that restores a patient’s central vision. Diana Bell is one of those patients.
Dipen Parekh, M.D., Founding Director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, announces the dedication of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute. The premier academic medical center will train the next generation of urologists while advancing breakthroughs in research that can be applied to clinical care.
Dr. Abraham Chileuitt, Sports Neurologist at the University of Miami Health System, describes the signs and symptoms of a concussion, and how a team of specialists at UHealth's Concussion Clinic works together to get patients back to enjoying the sports and activities they love - safely.
Gregory Basil, M.D., a UHealth neurosurgeon and Director of Endoscopic Spine Surgery at UHealth/Jackson Neurosurgery, discusses the benefits of an ultra-minimally invasive spine surgery he performs, and the power of a new partnership that brings together world class resources for patients. Jesus Deus is one of those patients.
Dr. Jonathan Jagid, chief of functional neurosurgery and researcher at University of Miami Health System, discusses a study in partnership with The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis that translates thoughts into movement for patients with spinal cord injury (SCI).
Teshamae Monteith, M.D., a neurologist and Chief of the Headache Division at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what new daily persistent headache is and how UHealth provides personalized treatment plans to help patients. Lina Leon, a mother of four, shares her story.
James Galvin, M.D., Founding Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains how the concept of resilience and vulnerability play a major role in the prevention of diseases like Alzheimer’s. Study participant Martha Castilleja is encouraging others to join the battle against brain diseases.
Morgan Sendzischew Shane, M.D., Director of the Comprehensive Women’s Health Alliance at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, discusses the success of this women’s focused healthcare program on the two-year anniversary of its opening. Patient Maggie Binimelis shares her experience and encourages all women to put their health first.
Dileep Yavagal, M.D., Chief of Interventional Neurology at UHealth, part of the University of Miami Health System, describes how a procedure called thrombectomy is saving the lives of stroke patients and reversing the debilitating symptoms. Isabel Sullivan, who suffered a stroke at the age of 26, now shares her journey.
Raveen Syan, M.D., a urologist and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogynecology at the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains how a tiny device implanted just under the skin is proving to be life-changing for patients with overactive bladder. Julie Alvarez Medina share her story.
Adam Lloyd, S.L.P, a speech language pathologist and voice specialist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how voice therapy in the Estefan Voice Studio is benefitting people wi
Corneliu Luca, M.D., Ph.D., a neurologist and Professor of Clinical Neurology at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how promising new technology called Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation can offer patients with Parkinson’s Disease a better quality of life. Greg Smith, a Parkinson’s patient, shares his story.
Sunil Amin, M.D., a gastroenterologist and Director of Endoscopy at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive, highly specialized procedure is helping patients with complex colon polyps avoid a large surgery and get back to doing what they love. Patient David Lampl shares his story.
Ola Landgren, M.D., Ph.D., Director of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Myeloma Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains what multiple myeloma is and how cutting-edge treatments are providing personalized therapies for patients. Richard Dapaah shares his life-saving journey.
Pedro Cox, M.D., an interventional cardiologist and Medical Director of Structural Heart Disease at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what aortic stenosis is and how a minimally invasive heart procedure can get patients back to enjoying what they love. Sondra Luxenberg shares her journey back to health.
Susan Kesmodel, M.D., a breast surgical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains why firefighters face an elevated cancer risk and how the Firefighter Cancer Initiative, now in its 10th year, is helping save lives. Miami-Dade firefighter Claudine Buzzo shares her cancer journey and fight to protect her fellow first responders.
Ellen Koo, M.D., a corneal specialist and associate professor of clinical ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, describes the latest technologies in LASIK and laser vision correction surgeries and how they are providing patients with a brighter future without glasses and contact lenses.
Wendy Lichtenthal, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and Director of the Center for the Advancement of Bereavement Care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, offers coping strategies to those struggling with the loss of a loved one over the holidays. Kathy Gordon shares her very personal story following the loss of her husband, Clark, after 57 years of marriage.
Aman Chauhan, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in neuroendocrine cancers (NETs) at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains where these rare tumors may present in the body and how patients have access to the latest clinical trials. Lori Rothman shares her journey back to health.
Peter Hosein, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in pancreatic cancer at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the challenges of treating pancreatic cancer and how clinical trials using immunotherapy may help. Manny Garcia, a young man who loves to skydive and base jump, shares his journey back to health.
Carmen Calfa, M.D., a breast medical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains that younger women with breast cancer face multiple challenges that need to be discussed, including fertility preservation, before starting treatment. Roxana Chaviano, a breast cancer survivor, shares her journey.
Seven-time All-Star NBA Champion and Miami Heat icon Alonzo Mourning shares his battle with prostate cancer. Mourning is now teaming up with Sanoj Punnen, M.D., a urologist at the world-renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, to encourage all men to get their prostate cancer screenings.
Dr. Hillary Snapp, Chief of Audiology at the University of Miami Ear Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, describes some of the symptoms of hearing loss and why it’s so important to your overall health to get your hearing checked.
Denise Pereira, M.D., associate director of the Transplantation and Cell Therapy Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what lymphoma is and how access to breakthrough clinical trials saves lives. Charlie Burr became the first patient at Sylvester to receive a form of CAR T-cell therapy and is now cancer free.
David Kerman, M.D., Chief Medical Director of UHealth Doral, and Melissa Soto, Executive Director of Nursing, explain how the expansion of UHealth Doral Medical Center provides the community with world class health care right in their own backyard.
Maria Suurna, M.D., an otolaryngologist who specializes in sleep medicine and sleep surgery at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and how an implantable device is helping some patients get a sound night’s sleep. Donn Atkins is one of those patients.
Gina D’Amato, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in sarcomas and Assistant Director of Clinical Research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what sarcomas are and how targeted therapies are helping patients live longer and happier lives. Donna Wilson shares her journey as a young sarcoma survivor.
Sunil Amin, M.D., a gastroenterologist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what gastroparesis is and how a highly specialized procedure called G-POEM is helping patients find relief and eat the foods they love without pain or discomfort.
Dr. Teshamae Monteith, M.D., Professor of Neurology and Headache Specialist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what you need to know about migraine and how UHealth provides personalized treatment plans to help patients, like Ashley Fennema, get back to doing what they love.
Rosie Curiel Cid, Psy.D., Associate Professor and Chief of Cross-Cultural Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience and Aging (CNSA) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, describes how CNSA’s innovative research is helping fight brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and other related dementias.
The Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute led by Director and global researcher Antonio Iavarone, M.D., and Co-Director of Neurooncology, Macarena de la Fuente, M.D., brings an entire team of experts in one place, with one mission: to cure malignant brain tumors like glioblastoma.
Jose Lutzky, M.D., a medical oncologist specialized in advanced skin cancers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, describes how Sylvester’s access to clinical trials offers the most innovative treatments for patients with rare cancers such as uveal melanoma. Michael Smith is one of those patients.
Cervical degenerative disease can cause concerning symptoms.
Ihtsham ul Haq, M.D., Chief of the Movement Disorders Division at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, clears up some of the misconceptions about Parkinson’s disease. Mindy Mcilroy, a successful businesswoman, shares her journey since her diagnosis.
Arash Bornak, M.D., is a vascular surgeon specializing in carotid disease at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. For more information on vascular surgery options and services, click here or visit the UHealth Collective.
