Jennifer Walker


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Cancer center building

Deborah’s Story of Cancer, Faith, Determination and Survival

During National Cancer Survivor Month, we celebrate the extraordinary strength and resilience of those who have faced cancer head-on and won. For Deborah, what began as a nagging pain in her mouth became a life-altering journey marked by faith, determination, and the unwavering support of her care team at UConn Health.

Dr. Scott Allen

Dr. Scott Allen Named 2025 CHA Healthcare Hero

Dr. Scott Allen, Chief Medical Officer, has been named a 2025 Connecticut Hospital Association Healthcare Hero an honor that reflects his decades-long commitment to patient safety, clinical quality, and compassionate care.

Jay and Alissa Buth in Italy

Jay’s Journey Through Cancer, Recovery, and the Mental Healing That Followed

When Jay Buth was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, he braced for the fight of his life. He’s learned over the past three years, healing isn’t just physical, it’s mental, emotional, and deeply personal. This is the story of survival, resilience, and the power of whole-person care.

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UConn Health Neuromodulation Center of Excellence for Veterans

Connecticut Passes Law to Establish UConn Health Neuromodulation Center of Excellence to Provide Veterans with Access to Therapy for Stroke Recovery.

Rebecca Farrah and her husband

UConn Health Named One of Newsweek’s Best Maternity Hospitals

The honor celebrates the dedication of our providers, nurses, and staff who go above and beyond to ensure every patient receives safe, expert, and compassionate care.

Heather Kurtzman and Danielle Mailloux

Empowering Equity in the Emergency Department

Grassroot diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are improving care and experience for UConn Health’s most vulnerable patients.

Kim Thacker at her first chemo treatment

Celebrating Survivorship: Triumph Over Breast Cancer

At just 42 years old, Kim’s only symptom was fatigue. What followed was a diagnosis that would change everything and a journey that would reveal her strength, resilience, and hope. As we honor National Cancer Survivor Month, Kim shares her story of survivorship, the care team that stood by her side, and the life-changing impact of early detection.

UConn Athletic Trainer Honored After Saving a Life

Cardiac arrest is rare in athletic training, but Kyia Barnett’s preparation paid off when she saved a spectator’s life during a high school event.

Scott Flanagan and his family wearing pirate eye patches

From Caregiver to Patient: UConn Physical Therapist Shares Personal Stroke Journey to Raise Awareness

As a dedicated physical therapist at UConn John Dempsey Hospital, Scott Flanagan has helped countless patients recover from stroke. He never imagined he would one day become one of them, gaining a new perspective from the other side of care.

UConn John Dempsey Hospital

UConn John Dempsey Hospital Recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System

UConn, John Dempsey Hospital has achieved special recognition as an Age-Friendly Health System — Committed to Care Excellence