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Partially Deaf Woman’s New Implant Is ‘Life-Changing’
Partially deaf since childhood, Tina Erickson is thankful for her greatly improved hearing after receiving an implant at University Hospitals.
Heart Transplant Recipient Is Back to Work and Attending Broadcasting School
After receiving a heart transplant at UH Harrington Heart & Vascular, Pierre Mays of Akron, Ohio, is back to living a healthy, active life.
Implanted Device Eliminates Blood Thinners for AFib Patient
As an alternative to taking blood thinners for stroke prevention, the Watchman device helped Stacy avoid medication side effects and return to her active lifestyle.
Whole Health Helps Patient Recover From Long Haul COVID
After Tim Barr found himself suffering from the physical and mental effects of long haul COVID, UH Connor Whole Health helped him make a successful recovery.
Adult Cystic Fibrosis Patient Thriving with the Help of UH Program
In the 1980s, children with cystic fibrosis rarely survived beyond their teens. But advances in care now give adult patients the chance to survive and flourish.
Elyria Woman Reclaims Her Health With the Help of UH CINEMA
With the help of a unique cardiometabolic program (UH CINEMA), Jennifer Warrick of Elyria has regained control of her diabetes, weight and overall health.
Equestrian Riding High Again After Weight-Loss Surgery
Meghan Kelley underwent a sleeve gastrectomy procedure when her weight started interfering with her work as a riding instructor/trainer and nurse.
Gastric Bypass Helps Patient Lose Over 110 Pounds
Down 112 pounds since her gastric bypass at UH Digestive Health Institute, Shawnte Richardson of Maple Heights looks and feels better than ever.