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UConn Health Minute: Gastroesophageal Cancer
Gastroesophageal junction cancer is among the fastest growing cancers in the country. Chair of surgery at UConn Health, Dr. Kevin Staveley-O’Carroll, says treatment usually involves surgery and thanks to minimally invasive techniques, a patient’s recovery is much improved.
Pinnacle of Performance: Caring for Concussions
Concussions are common, especially in athletes. It’s estimated that one in 10 athletes will experience a concussion during a sports season. With repeated concussions potentially causing long-term, life-altering effects, the process used to identify and treat them has received increased urgency and attention. In this episode of Pinnacle of Performance, we look at the rule […]
Cornerstone of the Curriculum – UConn Medical School’s CLIC Program
During their first three years of medical school, UConn students are given the unique opportunity of working side by side with physician preceptors throughout the state as part of the Clinical Longitudinal Immersion in the Community (CLIC) program. This program has become a cornerstone of the curriculum – allowing students to develop and hone the […]
UConn Health Minute: Breast Cancer Screening
Having regular mammograms can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer and with more younger women being diagnosed, it's important to pay attention to the new screening guidelines.
Science in Seconds – Eating Less, Living Longer
A UConn Health geneticist is studying whether it's ever too late to improve a person's health and diet
UConn Health Minute: Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine
Proper wound care is critical for hard-to-heal wounds. Underlying conditions like diabetes, circulation problems, and radiation treatment can cause chronic wound problems. If not treated, they can grow into more significant health issues, such as limb amputations or even life-threatening infections. Deb Deperry, who has diabetes, had a severe infection and was afraid her entire […]
UConn Health Minute: Women’s Center for Motion and Performance
Women are more susceptible to certain injuries such as ACL tears, stress fractures and osteoarthritis. The Women’s Center for Motion and Performance at UConn Health addresses those challenges and empowers women to stay healthy and active at every stage of their life.
Alzheimer’s Drug Offers Hope for Early-Stage Patients
'This is the most promising medication we've had so far in terms of slowing rate of decline.'
Patient All Smiles with New Dentures
Sarah Ibbitson has had bad teeth since she was a kid. After years of struggling with painful, ill-fitting dentures, Sarah came to the UConn School of Dental Medicine where new digitally-produced and reasonably-priced dentures have given her the smile she always hoped for.
UConn Health Minute: Imaging Innovation
An innovative imaging system now offered at UConn Health is leading to improved diagnosis and treatment for patients with complex musculoskeletal problems. Dr. Hardeep Singh, comprehensive spine surgeon at UConn Health, describes how the system is used.