Katherine Basbaum discusses how to avoid excess snacking and tips on eating healthy while working from home.
Stroke can happen at any age, even in infants. In fact, one-third of strokes happen to people under age 65. Many of the risk factors for stroke can be changed. Smoking, obesity, heavy drinking,...
UVA Cancer Center has a team of dedicated physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of non-cancerous (benign) blood disorders, including those that are secondary to hematologic or...
UVA Cancer Center treats patients for their disease but places equal emphasis on their well-being throughout the process. Learning about your condition is a great way to be an informed patient.�...
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What would you say if your doctor gave you a prescription to gather information on your particular condition? This is when the UVA Patient and Family Library can help. A more informed patient ca...
What does it mean to be your own best health advocate? It is The knowledge, ability, and confidence to find and evaluate information about your own health. The Patient & Family Library in the U...
Precision Breast IORT (intraoperative radiation for breast cancer) offers an image guided radiation treatment option for women with early stage breast cancer who apply for and are accepted into ...
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At UVA Travelers' Clinic, we provide pre-departure assessments and counseling for any international traveler. We see adults and children who may travel for: Vacation, including visits to friend...
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A clinical trial is a scientific study that tests the effectiveness of a treatment, a device or a drug. A trial could test, for example, the effectiveness of blood pressure medication in lowerin...
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Research from the School of Medicine shows that rural Appalachia now has the highest cancer death rates in the country. Nengliang (Aaron) Yao, PhD, and other researchers in UVA’s Department of...
Physical and mental health decline often surprises family members, especially if aging relatives seemed fine the last time they were seen. Hear from Laurie R Archbald-Pannone, MD, a UVA Geriat...
Approximately 3,500 infants die annually in the United States from sleep-related deaths, including SIDS, ill-defined deaths and accidental suffocation and strangulation. The American Academy of ...
Minor infections are a normal part of childhood, but they can be puzzling and concerning for parents. If your child is in day care, the infections compound and can seem like an every day thing.�...
Lung cancer accounts for about 27 percent of all cancer deaths and is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women. Each year, more people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast,...
The UVA Breast Care Program offers advanced diagnostic and screening options for women and men, and personalized care and support for patients who need breast cancer treatment. Learn more from...
The holiday season is full of family, friends, fun and food. That means it's easy to over do it at the buffet table or at a festive party. Hear from Katherine Basbaum, a clinical dietitian wit...
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In June 1967, the UVA Transplant Center transplanted its first solid organ, a kidney. Since then, we have completed over 1,500 kidney transplants, 1,200 liver transplants, and our lung and live...
When someone hears the word ‘dementia’, they automatically think Alzheimer’s disease. But there are dozens of conditions that can cause dementia, and it doesn’t just affect the elderly. ...
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The Diabetes Education and Management Program at UVA Health System offers a complete approach to diabetes care that addresses your whole body, with special clinics focusing on how diabetes can a...
The UVA Cancer Center offers free assistance to tobacco users wanting to address their addiction to tobacco. Hear from Connie Clark, a tobacco treatment specialist, about common approaches, ho...
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Each year, poison centers manage numerous exposure cases involving Halloween-related substances, like candy, glow sticks, and special cosmetics. Hear from Dr. Christopher Holstege, director o...
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The UVA SPEED (Speed, Power, Endurance, Education and Development) Clinic is a world-class program for runners and golfers that combines modern technology with practical experience in sports to ...
At UVA Children’s Hospital , orthopedic surgeons encounter a variety of congenital conditions that affect a child’s mobility, and stay abreast of the latest technologies and procedures to pr...
Selecting a child's car seat can be overwhelming for families. However, A car seat is one of the most important purchases you'll make for your child. Learn current recommendations and tips from...
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Knowing how to recover from an endurance event is just as important as knowing how to compete. A UVA physician, Dr. David Hryvniak – who is a running enthusiast – shares tips about how ...
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If a recent mammogram showed you have dense breast tissue, you may wonder what this means for your breast cancer risk. Doctors know dense breast tissue makes breast cancer screening more difficu...
Eating right: We know how complex it can be. What you eat can have emotional and health impacts and can affect your family and lifestyle. The American Heart Association offers seven simple...
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer among men (after skin cancer). Screening has helped doctors to find and treat this cancer in its early stages. Listen in as Dr. Robert Dreicer,...
The liver is the second most important organ in your body side and liver cancer strikes approximately 33,000 Americans each year. For patients diagnosed with liver cancer, what treatment option...
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If your child needs a liver transplant, you'll have a team of specialists at UVA. This team approach ensures your child receives the best therapy during this highly complex process. How is a ne...
Tears of the anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, happen frequently among athletes. How can athletes reduce their risk for ACL injuries? If they do injure their ACL, what is the typical recovery ...
UVA will be part of a unique national trial examining the best medication for treating epileptic seizures. Learn more about the trial, and how it differs from most clinical trials from Dr. J. ...
Why is it so important to continue working to reduce the teen pregnancy rate? How and when should parents discuss this with their children? Learn more from Dr. Nancy McLaren, a UVA pediatrici...
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Sperm passes from the testes to the penis in tubes called the vas deferens. A vasectomy is a surgery that blocks these tubes. This makes a man unable to make a woman pregnant. Get answers to so...
About 210 million men worldwide suffer from symptoms such as frequent or painful urination caused by an enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). A clinical trial at UVA is exa...
What are the most important steps a woman can take to have a healthy pregnancy both for them and their baby? Learn more from Vanessa H Gregg, MD., a UVA expert in pregnancy and childbirth.
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What are some of the most common symptoms of head and neck cancer? What treatment options are available? Learn more from Paul W. Read, MD, a UVA Cancer Center expert in head and neck cancer.
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How soon is too soon for kids to specialize in a single sport? What are the benefits of playing multiple sports? Learn more from Winston Gwathmey, Jr., MD., a UVA expert in sports medicine?
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A pulmonary embolism is a blockage of an artery in the lungs. The embolism prevents blood and nourishment from getting to a specific area of the lungs. This may lead to the death of lung tis...
When should you have your first colonoscopy, and how often should you have one? Get recommendations from Dr. Cynthia Yoshida, a UVA specialist in colon cancer and colonoscopies.
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What are some of the most common symptoms of menopause, and what are some potential options for dealing with them? Learn more from Dr. JoAnn Pinkerton, a UVA expert in menopause.
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Midwives are probably best known for helping women with childbirth, but they provide a wide range of care for women. Learn more from Kate Becker, a certified nurse midwife at UVA.
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Why should you consider becoming an organ donor? Learn more from Dr. Ken Brayman, a UVA specialist in transplant surgery.
Innovations in minimally invasive heart surgery are providing additional treatment options for patients. Learn more from Dr. Gorav Ailawadi, a UVA expert in minimally invasive surgery.
Coronary artery bypass grafts, or CABG, are among the most common heart surgeries. What can you expect as a patient during one of these procedures? Learn from Dr. John Kern, a UVA expert in...
If you’re a dental patient with complex health needs – such as cancer or heart disease – should you consider a dental practice based at an academic medical center? Learn more from Dr. Th...
Your eyes need constant moisture in order to help keep them healthy. If your eyes aren't producing enough tears or moisture, you could suffer from chronic dry eye which its symptoms include burn...
Your eye is a complex and delicate organ, and working on it requires a high level of expertise. Whether you need the removal of a stye or a tumor, you should trust your eyes to the most skille...
How can a herniated disc affect your back, and what treatments are available? Learn more from Dr. Hamid Hassanzadeh, a UVA expert in spine surgery.
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Ex vivo lung perfusion is a leading-edge technique designed to make more lungs suitable for transplant, making it possible for more patients to receive a lifesaving lung transplant. Learn more...
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While you may hear about voice problems encountered by singers, people in a variety of fields who use their voices extensively can encounter ear, nose and throat problems. Learn more – inclu...
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What causes Achilles Tendon ruptures, and what is the recovery like? Learn from Dr. Truitt Cooper, a UVA expert in foot, ankle and leg injuries.
A permanent pacemaker is a heart rhythm device implanted through a minor surgery. You're usually a candidate for a pacemaker if you have an abnormally slow heart rate with symptoms of fatigue, ...
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Many people associate palliative care with end-of-life care, but it can help a much wider array of patients. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Blackhall, a UVA expert in palliative care.
Vascular lesions are not always harmful; birthmarks, for instance, are a type of vascular lesion. Learn when vascular lesions should be a cause for concern from Dr. Barrett Zlotoff, a UVA der...
When does your sprained ankle need rest and ice, and when do you need to see a doctor? Learn more from Dr. Winston Gwathmey, a UVA expert in sports medicine whose specialties include foot and...
Do you know how old your heart is? If it’s older than you – based on conditions such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure – you’re at higher risk for heart disease and stroke. ...
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What can athletes do to reduce their risk for tennis elbow? What treatments are available for those suffering from tennis elbow? Learn more from Dr. Nicole Deal, a UVA expert in elbow injuri...
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Approximately one-third of patients with depression don’t respond to standard treatments. Learn more about an alternative treatment called transcranial magnet stimulation, or TMS, from Dr. D...
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Stem cell transplants can help patients with certain blood cancers, including leukemia. Learn more about the process and who can be considered for a stem cell transplant from Dr. Michael Keng,...
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Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) usually occurs when arteries outside the heart and brain become narrowed or blocked. PAD most often occurs in the arteries of the pelvis and legs. Narrowing...
Breathing in certain substances often causes hypersensitivity pneumonitis. Learn more about the causes and the two types of hypersensitivity pneumonitis from Dr. Diana Gomez-Manjarres, a UVA ...
Caused by inflammation in the lungs, sarcoidosis can cause an array of symptoms. Learn more about the causes and symptoms, along with treatment options, from Dr. Andrew Vranic, a UVA specialis...
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Which groups of patients may benefit from a lung cancer screening? When should lung cancer screening be considered? Learn more from Howard Malpass, a UVA specialist in pulmonology.
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Interstitial lung disease causes scarring of the lungs and can be a lifelong, chronic health concern. Learn more about the causes and potential treatments from Dr. Borna Mehrad, a UVA pulmono...
While playing sports such as basketball or soccer, it’s easy to snag a finger on an opponent’s jersey and suffer an injury. Do you need ice or to see a doctor? Learn more from Dr. Bobby ...
When children are active, injuries are always possible, including bone fractures. What are some of the most common fractures, and what steps can parents and kids take to reduce their risk? A...
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Spinal cord injuries often profoundly affect a patient’s life. What treatment options are available for these serious injuries? Learn more from Dr. Dennis Vollmer, a UVA specialist in spi...
Chronic total occlusion is a potentially serious heart condition that sometimes has no symptoms. Learn more about the risk factors for chronic total occlusion and the available treatments from...
Surgery or another medical procedure can be scary for both children and their parents. What can parents do to help ease their child’s concerns? Learn more from Kristina L. Berg, a child li...
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How long does your child need a child safety seat? How can you be sure your child’s car seat is safely installed? Learn more from Diamond Walton, an injury prevention specialist at UVA He...
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Thyroid nodules are among the most common endocrinology conditions in the U.S. What are they, and what could they mean for your health? Learn more from Dr. Katarina Topchyan, a UVA specialist...
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Aortic dissections are a serious, potentially fatal condition affecting the aorta, a large blood vessel in your chest. Learn more about the causes and treatments available from Dr. John Kern,�...
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A new palliative care service at UVA CARE Track is helping patients with heart failure and advanced cancer better manage their pain and symptoms. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Blackhall, a UVA e...
What are the most common hip injuries? Are there certain sports or activities where hip injuries are more likely? Listen to learn more – as well as more about the available treatments – ...
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Chronic tendon injuries, or chronic tendinosis, can cause constant pain; however, new treatments are available. How is chronic tendinosis different from tendonitis? What are some symptoms of...
Tremors are involuntary shaking of the body or limbs, as from disease, fear, weakness, or excitement. Tremors can be caused by a variety of conditions. Learn more about what causes tremors an...
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Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) is a condition where blood flow to the legs and feet is blocked. When blood flow is blocked to an arm or leg, that limb is in danger of not surviving. Left untrea...
Dermatomyositis is swelling and redness of muscle and skin. The exact cause of dermatomyositis is not known. It may be an autoimmune disorder. The immune system identifies and attacks viruses a...
While commonly thought of as a disease that affects adults, multiple sclerosis (MS) also occurs in children. Learn more about pediatric MS from Dr. Nick Brenton, a UVA pediatric neurologist w...
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Common practice has been for prostate cancer patients to delay radiation therapy after having their prostate removed. However, new research from a UVA radiation oncologist is upending this com...
One of the most serious warning signs of a stroke is a transient ischemic attack, or TIA. Learn more about the symptoms of a TIA and what to do if you experience one from Dr. Brad Worrall, a ...
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How do you tell the difference between allergies and a spring cold? Are there treatments to consider besides over-the-counter allergy medications? Learn more from Dr. Monica Lawrence, a UVA...
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What care will help patients speed their recovery from a heart attack? Learn more from Dr. Ellen Keeley, a UVA specialist in helping patients recover following a heart attack.
A new recovery program for surgical patients at the University of Virginia Health System is helping patients go home sooner while making them more comfortable both before and after surgery. Le...
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Repeatedly performing the same athletic task – such as throwing a baseball – can lead to injuries. Learn what steps athletes can take to reduce their risk for these repetitive stress injur...
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Recent media coverage has focused on possible new treatments for brain tumors. Learn about the latest developments from Dr. Benjamin Purow, a UVA specialist in neuro-oncology.
While concussions are most commonly associated with sports, they can happen in a variety of settings. Learn more about where concussions can occur – and when parents should take a child with...
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Which patients should consider genetic counseling to gauge their risk for cancer? What can you expect when you meet with a genetic counselor? Learn more from Martha Thomas, a genetic counse...
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Learn about the latest treatment advances for vascular conditions from Dr. Margaret Tracci, a UVA specialist in vascular surgery.
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With recent studies confirming the benefits of some newer stroke treatments, how is the field of stroke care changing? What does it mean for stroke patients? Learn more from Dr. Avery Evans,...
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Sinus conditions can occur at any time of year. Learn how you can reduce your risk for sinus infections and other sinus conditions – as well as the treatments available – from Dr. Jose Gur...
What is pulmonary hypertension, and how is it linked to heart failure? Learn more from Dr. Sula Mazimba, a UVA specialist in pulmonary hypertension.
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An innovative method of removing blood clots significantly reduces stroke patients' chances of being disabled, new studies suggest. Doctors at UVA expect the findings will fundamentally change...
When should families consider bringing their child to see a medical geneticist? Learn more from Dr. William Wilson, a UVA specialist in pediatric genetics.
Since primary brain tumors account for only 1-2% of all cancers, most doctors aren’t very familiar with brain tumors. At UVA, our neuro-oncology doctors only see patients with neuro-oncologi...
What options are available for patients with early-onset scoliosis? Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine, or backbone. Instead of a straight vertical line from the neck to the butto...
Considering bariatric surgery? Obesity can cause a number of conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and joint problems. Weight-loss surgery, combined with exercise ...
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A key to improving cancer care is clinical trials. Clinical trials are prospective biomedical or behavioral research studies on human subjects that are designed to answer specific questions abo...
For some patients with spine conditions, minimally invasive surgery may be an option. Learn more about which patients may be candidates for minimally invasive surgery from a UVA specialist in ...
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Heart conditions run in some families, and genetic testing may help family members better understand their risk for a hereditary heart condition. Learn more about genetic testing for heart con...
Getting your child ready for surgery doesn’t have to be a scary experience. A good start is to help your child understand what is going to happen and try to bring it to a level they can under...
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Learn about the latest treatment options for esophageal cancer from a UVA surgeon who specializes in treating esophageal cancer.
As winter begins, skiers will take to the slopes for ski season. What are some of the most common injuries they will face? Learn more about these common injuries and the latest treatments fr...
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In select cases, a neuropsychological evaluation can help families learn how to support their child’s healthy development into adults. Listen in as Dr. Laurie Brenner discusses more about t...
Radiologists and heart specialists are developing new ways to identify heart disease through imaging. Listen in as Dr. Christopher Kramer, a UVA specialist, talks about the latest advances i...
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As many as 3 million Americans have type 1 diabetes, according to the JDRF, and it is frequently diagnosed in children. Listen in as Dr. David Repaske discusses what causes type 1 diabetes, h...
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For patients with immune disorders and blood cancers, such as leukemia, multiple myeloma and lymphoma, stem cell or bone marrow transplants can offer potential cures. Listen in as Dr. Leonid ...
It’s most commonly linked with pitchers, but athletes aren’t the group of people most likely to suffer rotator cuff injuries. Listen in as Dr. Winston Gwathmey, a UVA specialist in orthop...
What are the most common causes of swallowing problems, and what treatments are available to help. Learn more from a UVA otolaryngologist who specializes in treating swallowing problems
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For select stroke patients, surgical procedures may aid in their treatment and recovery. Learn who may benefit from a UVA neurosurgeon who specializes in caring for stroke patients.
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What are the most common forms of head and neck cancer, and what treatment options are available. Get the facts from a UVA expert in head and neck surgery.
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UVA is among the few hospitals in the region offering mini valve replacement surgery. Which patients with heart valve disease could benefit from this minimally invasive surgery? Learn more f...
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Enterovirus D68 has received a great deal of recent news coverage – what signs and symptoms should parents look out for? Learn more from a UVA specialist in pediatric infectious diseases.
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Is smoking the only way to get lung cancer? Learn more about this disease and the available treatment options from a UVA surgeon who specializes in lung cancer.
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Heart disease isn't just a "man's disease," but heart disease symptoms are often different for women. Learn how from a UVA specialist in women's heart health.
Neurofibromatosis type 1 is a genetic disorder that affects 1 in every 3,000 to 4,000 Americans, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Learn more about the ...
Expectant and new parents are full of questions. Get some answers to those common questions – and learn how parents can get ready for a newborn – from a UVA specialist in maternal-fetal me...
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Muscular dystrophy is a genetic condition that weakens muscles and in many cases can require patients to use a wheelchair. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment options from a UVA...
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An electromyography, or EMG test, is often used to better diagnose and detect a wide range of neuromuscular disorders. Learn more about EMG tests and what to expect from a UVA specialist in ne...
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A common heart rhythm disorder, atrial fibrillation also increases patients’ risk of stroke. Learn more about the options available for atrial fibrillation patients to reduce their stroke ri...
Patients with breast cancer have an increasing number of surgical options to treat their disease. Learn more about these options – including breast conserving surgery – from a UVA speciali...
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Patients considering knee replacements are faced with a steadily increasing number of treatment options. Which one is best for you? Learn what to consider when thinking about a knee replacem...
Pseudotumor cerebri can cause symptoms that resemble a brain tumor. Learn the differences between the two conditions, the symptoms and the treatment options from a UVA neurosurgeon who special...
What symptoms should lead you to consider a hip replacement? What is the surgery and recovery process like? Learn more from a UVA orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip replacements.
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External iliac arteriopathy is a serious vascular condition that primarily affects high-performance cyclists. Learn more about what causes this condition and how it can be repaired from one of...
Robotic surgery has increasingly become a minimally invasive option for adults in recent years, but what about for children? Learn when robotic surgery may be a choice for pediatric patients f...
A team at the UVA Cancer Center is streamlining treatments for patients with tumors that have spread to the bone from weeks to a single day. Learn more about how the treatments work and which ...
Neuromuscular disorders include a range of diseases from muscular dystrophy to ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease. Learn more about how these diseases affect your body and how they are diagnosed f...
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For patients with aortic aneurysms, symptoms often don’t begin until the aneurysm ruptures, which can be fatal for patients. Learn more about the risk factors and treatment options from a su...
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A rare but serious form of cancer, sarcomas often have no symptoms or non-specific symptoms and can affect almost any part of the body. Learn more about symptoms and the treatment options avai...
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Young children will sometimes have tummy aches, but when do they signal a potentially serious problem? Learn more from a UVA Children’s Hospital specialist in children’s gastrointestinal c...
While memory loss is the best known symptom of dementia, it’s not the only symptom – and memory loss alone doesn’t mean you have dementia. Learn more from a UVA specialist in dementia an...
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U.S. women have a 1 in 72 chance of developing ovarian cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Learn the most common risk factors and how to reduce your risk for ovarian from a UVA s...
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Children with developmental disorders, traumatic brain injury or throat deformities may have difficulties communicating or problems swallowing and eating. Learn about the treatment options ava...
For patients recently discharged from the hospital with serious conditions such as heart failure, preventing them from being readmitted to the hospital is an important goal. Learn how UVA work...
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Millions of Americans are at risk for vascular diseases, which can lead to serious health conditions such as a stroke. Learn from a UVA expert in vascular surgery if you should consider gett...
For patients with heart failure, recent years have brought an increasing number of treatment options for this serious condition. Learn more about the latest treatment options from a UVA specia...
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When could your child benefit from a pediatric orthopaedist? Learn about some of the common conditions treated by specialists in pediatric orthopaedics, as well as the ways they can help you...
Being an adolescent can be challenging enough, but being an adolescent while dealing with epilepsy can be even tougher. Learn more about the unique challenges faced by adolescents from a UVA...
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common hand condition that can cause pain, numbness and even leave you unable to grab items or perform other manual tasks. Learn from an expert at the UVA Hand Cent...
What are the best ways to protect yourself against skin cancer? What symptoms should lead you to see a doctor? Get some prevention tips and learn when you need to see a doctor from a UVA d...
While many epilepsy patients can be effectively treated with medication or surgery, those treatments aren’t an option for all patients. Learn more from a UVA epileptologist about a new tre...
One potential effect of heart rhythm disorders known as arrhythmias is sudden cardiac arrest, which causes the heart to stop beating and can cause death in minutes. UVA is among the first hosp...
For patients ages 65 and older with cancer, what are some of the unique challenges these patients and their caregivers face? Learn more from a specialist with UVA Cancer Center’s Geriatric O...
Why is breastfeeding the best option for both newborns and their moms? Learn from a UVA pediatrician and certified lactation consultant who serves as medical director of UVA's Newborn Nursery.
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For patients in need of a liver transplant, a shortage of livers available for a transplant has long been an issue. One solution for helping address the shortage is living donor liver transpla...
What are the signs of a concussion? Are there other sports in addition to football where concussions occur? Learn about common concussion signs and symptoms in young athletes and what to do ...
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Polycystic ovary syndrome can cause infertility and hair loss and increase your risk for heart disease, diabetes and uterine cancer. Learn some of the simple steps you can take to reduce your ...
For patients with rectal cancer, minimally invasive surgery is an option. Learn more about how this surgical procedure – Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery – can benefit patients from a color...