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Man Undergoes Surgery After Colonoscopy Detects Cancer
Dana Saunders, Sr., 61, knows from experience how important getting a colonoscopy screening is, especially if you have risk factors for colon cancer.
Retired Truck Driver Chooses Groundbreaking Cancer Care at UH
After Brian Weary was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, he underwent lifesaving immunotherapy treatments at UH to erase his cancer.
ECPR Proves Lifesaving for 52-Year-Old Cardiac Arrest Survivor
Swift mobilization of the extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) team at University Hospitals saved the life of a cardiac arrest patient.
Senior Treasures 30 Years with Her Primary Care Physician
Helen Bishop, 90, has spent a third of her life with the same primary care provider, building a relationship of respect and trust between doctor and patient.
“Arrested” Four Times
A fifty-one-year-old patient writes a book to thank the interventional cardiologist and team who saved his life at UH Portage Medical Center.
An Oasis for Patients with FMD
UH Harrington Heart & Vascular draws patients from around the country for its expertise on fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD), a rare vascular condition.
HCM Patient Returns to Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Just a few months after open-heart surgery, Stuart O. Smith, Jr., has his stamina and strength back – and is living his life to the fullest, doing the activities he loves.
Coronary Bypass Surgery Patient Celebrates Her 102nd Birthday
Cecilia Zarobila of Cleveland celebrated her 102nd birthday with the UH physician and medical team who have helped keep her alive and well for so long.