WEATHER ALERT
Thrill Seeker Takes Leap of Faith in Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer
Read full article: Thrill Seeker Takes Leap of Faith in Fight Against Pancreatic CancerPeter 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.
Young Breast Cancer Patients Have Fertility Options
Read full article: Young Breast Cancer Patients Have Fertility OptionsCarmen 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.
Miami Heat Icon Alonzo Mourning Shares His Battle with Prostate Cancer
Read full article: Miami Heat Icon Alonzo Mourning Shares His Battle with Prostate CancerSeven-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.
University of Miami Ear Institute Offers Breakthrough Treatments
Read full article: University of Miami Ear Institute Offers Breakthrough TreatmentsDr. 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.
Sylvester Offers Lymphoma Patients Access to Life-Saving Clinical Trials
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Lymphoma Patients Access to Life-Saving Clinical TrialsDenise 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.
UHealth Doral Expansion Provides Greater Access to Academic Medicine
Read full article: UHealth Doral Expansion Provides Greater Access to Academic MedicineDavid 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.
New Treatment Option for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Read full article: New Treatment Option for Obstructive Sleep ApneaMaria 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.
Sylvester Offers Sarcoma Patients Targeted Therapies
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Sarcoma Patients Targeted TherapiesGina 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.
G-POEM Procedure Helps Patients Eat Foods They Love
Read full article: G-POEM Procedure Helps Patients Eat Foods They LoveSunil 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.
UHealth Neurologist Says Migraine More Than Just Headache
Read full article: UHealth Neurologist Says Migraine More Than Just HeadacheDr. 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.
UM’s Center for Cognitive Neuroscience & Aging Goal: Eradicate Alzheimer’s Disease
Read full article: UM’s Center for Cognitive Neuroscience & Aging Goal: Eradicate Alzheimer’s DiseaseRosie 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.
Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute Brings Top Team of Experts Together
Read full article: Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute Brings Top Team of Experts TogetherThe 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.
Sylvester Offers Melanoma Patients the Latest Clinical Trials
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Melanoma Patients the Latest Clinical TrialsJose 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.
Exercise Helps Parkinson’s Patient Manage Symptoms
Read full article: Exercise Helps Parkinson’s Patient Manage SymptomsIhtsham 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.
TCAR Procedure Prevents Stroke Risk in Patients
Read full article: TCAR Procedure Prevents Stroke Risk in PatientsArash 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.
Multiple Myeloma Patient Has ‘Vision’ for Future
Read full article: Multiple Myeloma Patient Has ‘Vision’ for FutureBenjamin Diamond, M.D., a hematologist-oncologist who specializes in multiple myeloma at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what multiple myeloma is, and how patients, like Debbie Thibos, are thriving thanks to targeted therapies specific to their disease.
Turning Back Your Biological Age by Controlling Your Blood Pressure
Read full article: Turning Back Your Biological Age by Controlling Your Blood PressureMaria Delgado-Lelievre, M.D., Founder and Director of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how controlling your blood pressure and making some simple lifestyle changes can turn back your biological age and improve your life.
20th Anniversary of Minimally Invasive Heart Procedure ‘Miami Method’
Read full article: 20th Anniversary of Minimally Invasive Heart Procedure ‘Miami Method’Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, discusses the 20th anniversary of the minimally invasive cardiac procedure he pioneered, known around the world as the Miami Method.
Awake Brain Surgery Allows Dad to Play Another Day
Read full article: Awake Brain Surgery Allows Dad to Play Another DayRobert Starke, M.D., Tenured Associate Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery and Neuroradiology at UHealth, explains how he performs a very delicate brain procedure while the patient is awake, to avoid harming critical areas of the brain such as speech. Fernando Vera is one of those patients.
Vision Correction Surgery Offers More Options in 2024
Read full article: Vision Correction Surgery Offers More Options in 2024Rahul S. Tonk, M.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, discusses the options available in 2024 when it comes to vision correction surgery, and how LASIK technology is now highly customized for each individual patient. Alex Olesen says LASIK opened his eyes to a new way of life.
Cancer Survivors Benefit from Sylvester’s ‘Believe in You’ Program
Read full article: Cancer Survivors Benefit from Sylvester’s ‘Believe in You’ ProgramTracy Crane, Ph.D., Director of Lifestyle Medicine, Prevention, and Digital Health at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how lifestyle medicine, like diet and exercise, can benefit cancer survivors. A local breast cancer survivor says Sylvester’s Believe in You program dramatically changed her life for the better.
Technology Helps Type-1 Diabetics Manage Disease
Read full article: Technology Helps Type-1 Diabetics Manage DiseaseRodolfo Galindo, M.D., an endocrinologist and Director of the Comprehensive Diabetes Center at UHealth, explains how technology is helping Type-1 diabetes patients better manage the disease. Daniel Naranjo calls the automated insulin delivery system life changing.
UM Geneticist Says Diversity Key to Alzheimer’s Research
Read full article: UM Geneticist Says Diversity Key to Alzheimer’s ResearchMargaret Pericak-Vance, Ph.D., a human geneticist and Director of the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, discusses the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease locally and how our ancestry plays a role when it comes to who’s at risk. Carolyn Banks is a study participant encouraging others to get involved.
UHealth, first responders hold simulation of plane crashing into bus carrying foreign diplomats
Read full article: UHealth, first responders hold simulation of plane crashing into bus carrying foreign diplomatsThe UHealth partnered with local and federal agencies on Sunday to conduct a crisis exercise.
Sylvester’s Lung Screening Program Saving More Lives
Read full article: Sylvester’s Lung Screening Program Saving More LivesEstelamari Rodriguez, M.D., a thoracic oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains how Sylvester’s lung cancer screening program catches cancers earlier in patients by closely monitoring them with regular CT scans to save more lives.
Sylvester’s Research Leads to Promising Treatments for Pancreatic Cancer
Read full article: Sylvester’s Research Leads to Promising Treatments for Pancreatic CancerNipun Merchant, M.D., Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, discusses how breakthrough research underway at Sylvester is bringing promising new therapies to pancreatic cancer patients.
Surgeon Develops Simple Procedure to Prevent Lymphedema
Read full article: Surgeon Develops Simple Procedure to Prevent LymphedemaEli Avisar, M.D., a surgical oncologist specializing in lymphedema at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains how lymphedema, a possible serious complication of breast cancer surgery, can be prevented. Gohar Sargsian, a breast cancer survivor, shares her story.
New Wellness Program One Stop Shop for Women’s Health
Read full article: New Wellness Program One Stop Shop for Women’s HealthMorgan Sendzischew Shane, M.D., and Laura Martin, D.O., are the founders of UHealth’s Comprehensive Women’s Health Alliance, a new program dedicated to the health and wellness of women through all stages of their lives. Loretta White is a patient who shares her experience and encourages other women not to neglect their health.
World-Renowned Hematologist Lists Benefits of Participating in Clinical Trials
Read full article: World-Renowned Hematologist Lists Benefits of Participating in Clinical TrialsMikkael Sekeres, M.D., Chief of the Division of Hematology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, discusses blood and bone marrow cancers, and the benefits of joining a clinical trial. Eddie Nurquez, a two-time blood cancer survivor, shares his story.
Doctor Offers Life-Saving Advice When It Comes to Prostate Cancer
Read full article: Doctor Offers Life-Saving Advice When It Comes to Prostate CancerBrandon Mahal, M.D., a radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of prostate cancer at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, offers life-saving advice when it comes to prostate cancer, especially men considered high risk. Darryl Brown shares his cancer journey.
UHealth research may expand benefit of ALS drug
Read full article: UHealth research may expand benefit of ALS drugThe FDA’s recent accelerated approval of a drug to treat a genetic variant of ALS is not only helping patients diagnosed with the disease, it could be used to slow or even stop the progression before symptoms first appear.
UM Sports Medicine Institute’s Goal to Keep Student Athletes Safe
Read full article: UM Sports Medicine Institute’s Goal to Keep Student Athletes SafeLee Kaplan, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon and Director of the UM Sports Medicine Institute at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, discusses the prevalence of adolescent sports injuries, specifically baseball, and what student athletes need to know to stay safe and in the game. His son, Nate, shares his story and journey back to baseball.
Cochlear Implants Offer Teen Life-Changing Journey
Read full article: Cochlear Implants Offer Teen Life-Changing JourneyIvette 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.
Parasite Causes Severe Corneal Infection in Young Local Man
Read full article: Parasite Causes Severe Corneal Infection in Young Local ManGuillermo Amescua, M.D., an ophthalmologist and corneal specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what a corneal infection is and how contact lens use can be to blame. His team developed a treatment using Photodynamic Therapy to kill the infection and help patients recover. Mike Krumholz is one of those patients.
Sylvester Expert Offers Tips to Reduce Stress After Cancer
Read full article: Sylvester Expert Offers Tips to Reduce Stress After CancerFrank Penedo, Ph.D., Director of Survivorship and Supportive Care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains what cancer survivorship means, and offers tips to help reduce stress, and address emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing, after cancer.
New Treatment Options Offer Migraine Relief
Read full article: New Treatment Options Offer Migraine ReliefLiza 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.
B.E.F.A.S.T. When it Comes to Stroke Symptoms
Read full article: B.E.F.A.S.T. When it Comes to Stroke SymptomsErika Marulanda, M.D., M.S., a neurologist in the Stroke Division at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, says when it comes to stroke, it's critical to know your risk factors and this life-saving acronym.
Sylvester Offers Latest Treatments for Uveal Melanoma
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Latest Treatments for Uveal MelanomaJose 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. Karen Clark is one of those patients.
Implantable Device Can Help Parkinson’s Patients
Read full article: Implantable Device Can Help Parkinson’s PatientsHenry 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.
Sylvester Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Read full article: Sylvester Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness WeekWarren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best care for this special population of patients. Jordan Cisneros is one of those patients.
Screening Colonoscopies Can Prevent Cancer
Read full article: Screening Colonoscopies Can Prevent CancerLuanne 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.
Meet UHealth’s New Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine
Read full article: Meet UHealth’s New Chief of Cardiovascular MedicineYiannis Chatzizisis, M.D., Ph.D., a world-renowned interventional and imaging cardiologist, has been named UHealth’s Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine. For information on cardiovascular treatments and services offered click here or visit the UHealth Collective.
Doctor Seeks Out World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon for Heart Procedure
Read full article: Doctor Seeks Out World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon for Heart ProcedureJoseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered is helping patients who need aortic valve replacement get back on their feet and back to their lives. Jeff Neale, M.D. is one of those patients.
UHealth’s Bariatric Program Offers Better Outcomes and a Brighter Future
Read full article: UHealth’s Bariatric Program Offers Better Outcomes and a Brighter FutureNestor De La Cruz-Munoz, M.D., Director of Bariatric Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses how UHealth's award-winning bariatric program helps adults and adolescents battling obesity lose weight and improve their overall health.
Tiny Device Provides Relief for Overactive Bladder
Read full article: Tiny Device Provides Relief for Overactive BladderRaveen 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.
Mental Health Alert as Some Face the Holiday Blues this Season
Read full article: Mental Health Alert as Some Face the Holiday Blues this SeasonFirdaus Dhabhar, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, describes the signs and symptoms of the 'holiday blues' and how taking simple steps, like reaching out to a friend, can help overcome feelings of stress and anxiety.
Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Studies How Our Brains Age
Read full article: Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Studies How Our Brains AgeJames Galvin, M.D., the Founding Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, describes how projects like the Healthy Brain Initiative is helping to understand the risks of diseases like Alzheimer's and how to improve our brain health. Geraldine and Alan are both study participants.
Powerful New Partnership Offers Patients Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Read full article: Powerful New Partnership Offers Patients Minimally Invasive Spine SurgeryGregory 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.
Lung Cancer Cases Rise in Non-Smoking Younger Women
Read full article: Lung Cancer Cases Rise in Non-Smoking Younger WomenEstelamari 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.
Sylvester Surgeons Offer Nipple Sparing Mastectomy
Read full article: Sylvester Surgeons Offer Nipple Sparing MastectomyKristin 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.
National TAPUR Trial Offers Hope to Late-Stage Cancer Patients
Read full article: National TAPUR Trial Offers Hope to Late-Stage Cancer PatientsCarmen 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.
ORBEYE 3-D Microscope Improving Outcomes for Male Infertility
Read full article: ORBEYE 3-D Microscope Improving Outcomes for Male InfertilityRanjith Ramasamy, M.D., the Director of Reproductive Urology at Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains how the ORBEYE 3-D microscope is improving outcomes for patients with male infertility. The Pimentel family is grateful for the procedure and their daughter Ruby!
Virtual Platform Gives Patients Direct Access to Eye Care Specialists
Read full article: Virtual Platform Gives Patients Direct Access to Eye Care SpecialistsNatalie Townsend, OD, an optometrist and Director of Bascom Palmer's Rapid Virtual Eye Care Clinic, explains how the virtual platform works to quickly diagnose and treat patients from the comfort of their home, and in some cases, save their vision. Tony Etzel is one of those patients.
When it Comes to Weight Loss, Age Is Just a Number
Read full article: When it Comes to Weight Loss, Age Is Just a NumberMichelle 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.
Chronic Sinusitis Causes Congestion, Cough, and Facial Pressure
Read full article: Chronic Sinusitis Causes Congestion, Cough, and Facial PressureCorinna Levine, M.D., MPH, a rhinologist who specializes in sinus and skull base surgery at the University of Miami Health System, describes chronic sinusitis, its symptoms, and how a multidisciplinary team approach is helping patients breathe again. Susy Bobenrieth is one of those patients.
Speech pathologist helps patients communicate again
Read full article: Speech pathologist helps patients communicate againJenna Best, SLP, a speech-language pathologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the evidence-based techniques UHealth offers patients who have lost the ability to communicate due to stroke or other neurological disorder. Ruby Villalonga is one of those patients.
Speech pathologist helps patients communicate again
Read full article: Speech pathologist helps patients communicate againJenna Best, SLP, a speech-language pathologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the evidence-based techniques UHealth offers patients who have lost the ability to communicate due to stroke or other neurological disorder. Ruby Villalonga is one of those patients.
UHealth Doctor Reveals Life-Saving Acronym
Read full article: UHealth Doctor Reveals Life-Saving AcronymGillian Gordon Perue, M.D., Assistant Professor of Neurology and Vascular Neurologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses stroke awareness and the acronym we all need to know to save lives. Crystal Williams, a young mom and stroke survivor, shares her story.
Sylvester and World Health Organization Team Up to Eliminate Cervical Cancer
Read full article: Sylvester and World Health Organization Team Up to Eliminate Cervical CancerErin Kobetz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Associate Director for Population Sciences and Cancer Disparity at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how a new collaboration between Sylvester and the World Health Organization is aimed at eliminating cervical cancer by the year 2030. Rachel Burfield, a cervical cancer patient, shares her story.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Read full article: Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness WeekWarren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best treat this special population of patients. Candela Gonzalez Marengo is one of those patients.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Read full article: Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness WeekWarren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best treat this special population of patients. Candela Gonzalez Marengo is one of those patients.
Dedication of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute
Read full article: Dedication of the Desai Sethi Urology InstituteDipen 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.
Colon Cancer Patients Benefit from Sylvester’s Multidisciplinary Approach
Read full article: Colon Cancer Patients Benefit from Sylvester’s Multidisciplinary ApproachNivedh Paluvoi, M.D., a colorectal surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses colon cancer risk, why screening is so important, and how Sylvester's multidisciplinary approach is helping patients beat cancer and get back to enjoying their lives. Marcus Oliver is one of those patients.
UHealth Cardiologist Discusses Reversing Heart Failure
Read full article: UHealth Cardiologist Discusses Reversing Heart FailureLuanda 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.
World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon Performs Minimally Invasive Procedure
Read full article: World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon Performs Minimally Invasive ProcedureJoseph 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.
UHealth Gastroenterologist Discusses Healthy Weight Loss
Read full article: UHealth Gastroenterologist Discusses Healthy Weight LossMichelle Pearlman, M.D., a gastroenterologist who specializes in weight management at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the steps to healthy weight loss, especially for patients with chronic gastrointestinal conditions. Andrea Galante is one of those patients.
Retina Specialist Performs Macular Hole Repair
Read full article: Retina Specialist Performs Macular Hole RepairAudina 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.
UHealth Dermatologist Offers Relief to Chronic Itch Patients
Read full article: UHealth Dermatologist Offers Relief to Chronic Itch PatientsGil Yosipovitch, M.D., a dermatologist and Director of the Miami Itch Center at the Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, part of the University of Miami Health System, discusses chronic itch and how a new class of drugs called biologics is changing the lives of patients. Rachael Bronstein is one of those patients.
UHealth Recognized as Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center from the American Heart Association and the Mitral Foundation
Read full article: UHealth Recognized as Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center from the American Heart Association and the Mitral FoundationJoseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses mitral valve disease, and how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered to repair the valve, is helping patients get back to their active lives. Walter Tombs is one of those patients.
Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Opens in Boca Raton
Read full article: Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Opens in Boca RatonDr. James Galvin, the Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, describes how the new center’s goal is to better treat and prevent degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia through research studies and seeing patients. Bobbi Rutt is one of those patients.
Lung Cancer Cases on the Rise in Non-Smoking Younger Women
Read full article: Lung Cancer Cases on the Rise in Non-Smoking Younger WomenEstelamari Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., a thoracic oncologist and Associate Director of Community Outreach at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses an increasing number of lung cancer cases in non-smoking, younger women and the targeted therapies available to treat them. Wendy Reyes is one of those patients.
UHealth Studies Wearable Device for Knee Replacement Patients
Read full article: UHealth Studies Wearable Device for Knee Replacement PatientsDr. 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.
Lesser Known PALB2 Gene Mutation Puts People at Higher Cancer Risk
Read full article: Lesser Known PALB2 Gene Mutation Puts People at Higher Cancer RiskMatthew Schlumbrecht, M.D., a gynecologic oncologist and Interim Division Chief for Gynecologic Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what the PALB2 gene is, what types of cancer it can put you at risk for, and who is a good candidate for genetic testing. Stephanie Leiva is Dr. Schlumbrecht’s patient.
Sylvester at Plantation Offers Unique Program of Services to Breast Cancer Patients
Read full article: Sylvester at Plantation Offers Unique Program of Services to Breast Cancer PatientsCarmen Calfa M.D., a breast medical oncologist and medical co-director of the Cancer Survivorship Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, describes a unique pilot program that offers support services to breast cancer patients and why it is so important not only to treat their cancer but also address their emotional and mental well-being.
Sylvester Offers Prostate Cancer Patients Personalized Treatment Plans
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Prostate Cancer Patients Personalized Treatment PlansMark Gonzalgo, M.D., Ph.D., a urologic oncologist who specializes in prostate cancer surgery at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what PSA means and why it’s an important early detection tool for identifying the disease when it’s curable. Dr. Gonzalgo also discusses how the latest surgical techniques reduce side in effects in patients. Glenn Serrano is one of those patients.
UHealth Neurosurgeon Performs Surgery to Remove Meningiomas
Read full article: UHealth Neurosurgeon Performs Surgery to Remove MeningiomasDr. 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.
Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 as Students Return to In-Person Learning
Read full article: Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 as Students Return to In-Person LearningDr. Lisa Gwynn, a pediatrician at the University of Miami Health System and President of the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, discusses the safety precautions students should take to prevent the spread of COVID-19 now that they're back to in-person learning. Also, she addresses how parents can best support their children through this challenging time.
Sylvester Offers Patients with Advanced Skin Cancers Breakthrough Treatments
Read full article: Sylvester Offers Patients with Advanced Skin Cancers Breakthrough TreatmentsDr. Jose Lutzky, a medical oncologist specialized in advanced skin cancers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what melanoma is, who is at risk, and how clinical trials offered at Sylvester are helping patients live longer, healthier lives. Dave Hirschman is one of those patients.
Sylvester Home to One of Largest Head and Neck Cancer Groups in Nation
Read full article: Sylvester Home to One of Largest Head and Neck Cancer Groups in NationDr. Donald Weed, a head and neck surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how patient engagement in their rehabilitation, along with a multidisciplinary team approach to their treatment, are helping them live longer, healthier lives. Mike Pulver is one of those patients.
UHealth Offers Highly Specialized Procedure for Patients with Gastroparesis
Read full article: UHealth Offers Highly Specialized Procedure for Patients with GastroparesisDr. Sunil Amin, a gastroenterologist at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive procedure called G-POEM is helping patients with a debilitating condition where the stomach does not empty properly. Samantha Cowan is one of those patients.
Genetics Program Ranked Number Two in the Nation
Read full article: Genetics Program Ranked Number Two in the NationDr. Stephan Zuchner, a world-renowned geneticist and Chair of the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, talks about the research his team is doing to uncover the underlying genetic causes of diseases to better diagnose and treat patients. UM’s Miller School of Medicine’s genetics program is ranked number two in the nation.
Total Shoulder Replacement Gets Patients Out of Pain and Back in Action
Read full article: Total Shoulder Replacement Gets Patients Out of Pain and Back in ActionDr. 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.
LASIK Surgery Saving People from Foggy Glasses Due to Masking
Read full article: LASIK Surgery Saving People from Foggy Glasses Due to MaskingDr. Ellen Koo is an ophthalmologist and LASIK specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Palm Beach Gardens. For more information about LASIK surgery, click here or visit the UHealth blog.
Vascular Surgery for Peripheral Artery Disease
Read full article: Vascular Surgery for Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. 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.
UHealth’s Stroke Division Helps Patients Reclaim Their Lives
Read full article: UHealth’s Stroke Division Helps Patients Reclaim Their LivesDr. 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.
World-renowned multiple myeloma expert treating patients at Sylvester
Read full article: World-renowned multiple myeloma expert treating patients at SylvesterMultiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in adults. World-renowned myeloma researcher, Dr. Ola Landgren, is bringing his expertise directly to patients as the new Chief of Sylvester’s myeloma program. He explains how innovative new therapies are prolonging the lives of patients who are thriving like never before. Inas Elattar is one of those patients.
Concussion Clinic Neurologists Help Patients Play Again
Read full article: Concussion Clinic Neurologists Help Patients Play AgainDr. 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.
Cancer Patients Benefit from HIPEC Procedure
Read full article: Cancer Patients Benefit from HIPEC ProcedureDr. Mecker Moller is a surgical oncologist and head of the HIPEC Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more information about Dr. Moller and the HIPEC procedure, click here or visit the UHealth blog. AdAt Sylvester, Dr. Moller heads the HIPEC Program which stands for hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. “Doctor, what kind of tumors or cancers are you treating with the HIPEC procedure?” asks anchor Pam Giganti. Dr. Moller says this two-pronged treatment approach, could help extend the lives of some patients.
Head and Neck Cancer Patients Benefit From Robotic Surgery
Read full article: Head and Neck Cancer Patients Benefit From Robotic SurgeryDr. Giovana Thomas is a head and neck oncologic surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of the Robotic Surgery Program for the Department of Otolaryngology at UHealth. For more information about how our team at Sylvester treats head and neck cancers, click here or visit the UHealth blog. Bruce went to see Dr. Giovana Thomas, a head and neck oncologic surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of the Robotic Surgery Program for the Department of Otolaryngology at UHealth. Transoral robotic surgery means a faster recovery for patients often eliminating the need for further therapies. “They did a wonderful job through the surgery, and especially with robotic surgery, which really was a lifesaver,” says Bruce.
Reoperative Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is Benefitting Heart Patients
Read full article: Reoperative Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is Benefitting Heart PatientsFor more information about Dr. Lamelas and his minimally invasive heart procedure, click here or visit the UHealth blog. He needed surgery to replace a failing heart valve and went to see UHealth cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Joseph Lamelas, who pioneered a minimally invasive heart procedure. Ad“Why would someone need reoperative minimally invasive cardiac surgery?” asks Focusing on You anchor Pam Giganti. And performing the operation through a minimally invasive approach has many benefits,” Dr. Lamelas says. Instead of open surgery where the sternum is cracked to access the heart, Dr. Lamelas was able to perform the reoperative minimally invasive procedure on Rene to replace the infected valve.
Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth Focuses on Heart Disease Prevention
Read full article: Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth Focuses on Heart Disease PreventionDr. Maria Delgado-Lelievre is the Director of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at the University of Miami Health System. For more information about Dr. Delgado and how the center helps patients, click here or visit the UHealth blog. AdThat is when he went to see Maria Delgado-Lelievre, M.D., the head of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth. For more stories like this one, visit YouTube channels for UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. Above content provided by UHealth, the University of Miami Health System