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A Lasting Gift
Each spring a memorial service is held in honor of those who have donated their bodies to help educate UConn’s medical and dental students. Anatomy donors have a profound impact on medical education and the future of patient care. Through generosity and compassion, these donors become the first teachers for the next generation of physicians […]
UConn Health Minute: DigniCap Scalp Cooling Therapy
In this UConn Health Minute, a cancer patient explains how DigniCap scalp cooling therapy helped reduce hair loss during her chemotherapy while offering comfort, confidence, and hope throughout her journey.
DigniCap – Preserving Dignity
Scalp cooling therapy offered at UConn Health helps patients reduce hair loss during chemotherapy
UConn Health Minute: AI Enhancing Orthodontics
Orthodontic care is becoming more convenient with the help of artificial intelligence. In this UConn Health Minute, orthodontist Dr. Niloufar Azami describes how simple smartphone scans allows doctors to monitor progress, catch issues early and reduce unnecessary office visits – providing a more patient-centered experience.
UConn Health Minute: AI and Teen Mental Health
More teens are using AI chatbots for mental health support. In this UConn Health Minute, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Meha Saxena explains that while quick and readily available, there is concern they lack the nuance needed to address complex psychiatric issues.
UConn Health Minute: Blood Clot Disorder
In this UConn Health Minute, a patient with a potentially fatal inherited blood clot disorder finally finds answers and support at UConn Health. Christy shares how expert care, close monitoring and a trusted physician helped her regain peace of mind and confidence in the future for both her and her son.
UConn Health Minute: Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
In this UConn Health Minute, Dr. Sunny Mitchell talks about oncoplastic breast surgery and how it combines effective cancer removal with advanced reconstructive techniques to preserve a natural look and feel.
Living with Confidence
Patient with inherited blood clot disorder finds support at UConn Health
A Faster Path to Recovery
'I'm feeling terrific. I've had absolutely no back pain since day one of surgery.'
UConn Health Minute: Innovative Stroke Therapy
He had played his cello at Carnegie Hall but a stroke left Peter Skaar paralyzed and barely able to hold his bow. Now thanks to an innovative procedure at UConn Health, Peter is able to play again and is on the path to realizing his goal of performing at a concert level.
Pinnacle of Performance: Mental Fitness
Athletic success isn’t just about strength or skill – it’s about mastering the mind. In this Pinnacle of Performance segment, we explore how mental toughness shapes elite athletes and the proven techniques they use to stay focused, confident, and resilient.
Targeted Tendon Relief
The minimally invasive procedure relieves patients of chronic tendon pain
UConn Health Minute: Comfort in 3D
Even a simple skin procedure can make someone a little nervous. At UConn Health, a new study is helping patients find calm in an unexpected way – through virtual reality. Fourth-year UConn medical student Avni Jain initiated the study starting in UConn Health’s dermatology clinic.
UConn Health Minute: Precision Heart Failure Care
Heart failure affects more than seven million Americans and for many it’s not due to bad habits such as smoking or not eating right. UConn Health and The Jackson Laboratory are taking a new approach and focusing on personalized care based on a patient’s genetic profile.
Comfort in 3D: Study Finds Virtual Reality Eases Patient Anxiety
Even a simple skin procedure can make someone a little nervous. At UConn Health, a new study is helping patients find calm in an unexpected way – through virtual reality.
Honoring Life Through Learning
Thanks to the Anatomical Donation Program, students benefit from a hands-on experience
UConn Health Minute: AI-Powered Care
Healthcare providers and patients now benefit from an artificial intelligence transcription tool which allows physicians more facetime versus screen time.
Accurate Diagnosis Eases Fears
After being misdiagnosed, Debbie was referred to the Connecticut Bleeding Disorder Center at UConn Health where she was correctly diagnosed and treated and now finally has peace of mind