Patient Success
Rare Cancer Diagnosis Leads to Remarkable Recovery for 86-Year-Old UConn Health Patient
After being diagnosed at UConn Health with an exceptionally rare form of multiple myeloma, 86-year-old Richard Casciano Sr. made a remarkable recovery, regaining his independence and quality of life through innovative treatment and compassionate care.
UConn John Dempsey Hospital Only Hospital in Connecticut to Earn National Patient Experience Award
UConn John Dempsey Hospital named among nation’s top hospitals for patient experience by Healthgrades.
The Power of Academic Medicine: Multidisciplinary Team Saves Young Man with Rare, Aggressive Cancer
Sebastian Sanchez’s sudden illness revealed one of the fastest-growing cancers. Through seamless collaboration across specialties, UConn Health’s academic medical center delivered the complex, time-sensitive care needed to save his life
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’s Rapid, Coordinated Care Saves Woman With Ultra-Rare Blood Cancer
Rich Callasky strongly believes his wife is still here today because of the decision to come to UConn John Dempsey Hospital.
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.
Lesser-Known Remedy for Ankle Arthritis
Patient pain-free and mobile again after total ankle replacement by UConn Health’s Dr. Lauren Geaney