Orthopedics
Podcast: Best Ways to Treat the Feet
Dr. Lauren Geaney, UConn Health foot and ankle surgeon, explains some of the newest, minimally invasive ways to treat common and complex foot problems.
February 2, 2022 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
UConn Health Minute: Complex Spine Disorders
A complex spine disorder is a serious condition that can be painful and limit your daily activities. Because it’s more difficult to treat, UConn Health has assembled a collaborative, multidisciplinary team who can expertly handle all aspects of your care.
December 7, 2021 | Carolyn Pennington
Elite Expertise in Brain and Spine Disorders
Two physicians from the Brain and Spine Institute describe UConn Health's collaborative approach to treating those suffering from brain tumors, strokes, and other disorders of the brain and spine.
November 30, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Woodstock Academy Enlists UConn Sports Medicine Expertise
Athletes have access to sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists and other kinesiology specialists
September 23, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
UConn Hand Surgeon Now Has Triathlete’s Take
Dr. Joel Ferreira’s training for and recent completion of an Ironman challenge provides added context when treating hand and wrist ailments common in cyclists.
September 2, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
UConn Health Minute: Rotator Cuff Repair
When it comes to shoulder problems, rotator cuff tears can be the most painful and difficult to treat. But as UConn Health orthopedic surgeon Robert Arciero explains, a novel procedure called reverse arthroplasty is offering patients another option in relieving their shoulder pain.
August 5, 2021 | Carolyn Pennington
Podcast: Play Without Pain, Perform at Peak
The co-directors of the UConn Institute for Sports Medicine explain what they and their colleagues can do for athletes to prevent/reduce injury risk, treat injuries and help them recover, and even use innovative ways to analyze movement to enhance performance.
July 8, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Guidance to Treat Underdiagnosed Spine Problem Conceived at UConn Health
UConn surgeons and medical students establish a grading scale, named for Dr. Hilary Onyiuke, to help physicians manage Bertolotti syndrome, a frequently underrecognized debilitating spine condition.
July 1, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
Marathon Training Is not a Sprint
A smart plan can go a long way when it comes to running a long way. Experts at the UConn Institute for Sports Medicine can help with training to both reduce injury risk and improve performance.
June 3, 2021 | Chris DeFrancesco '94 (CLAS)
2021 Top Doctors Named by Connecticut Magazine
See which 43 UConn Health physicians have been named 2021 Top Doctors by Connecticut Magazine. Plus, read more about four UConn Health doctors and their additional unique talents beyond their daily practice of medicine.
June 2, 2021 | Lauren Woods