Sylvester Offers Melanoma Patients the Latest Clinical Trials
Jose Lutzky, M.D., a medical oncologist specialized in advanced skin cancers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, describes how Sylvester’s access to clinical trials offers the most innovative treatments for patients with rare cancers such as uveal melanoma. Michael Smith is one of those patients.
Exercise Helps Parkinson’s Patient Manage Symptoms
Ihtsham ul Haq, M.D., Chief of the Movement Disorders Division at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, clears up some of the misconceptions about Parkinson’s disease. Mindy Mcilroy, a successful businesswoman, shares her journey since her diagnosis.
Multiple Myeloma Patient Has ‘Vision’ for Future
Benjamin Diamond, M.D., a hematologist-oncologist who specializes in multiple myeloma at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what multiple myeloma is, and how patients, like Debbie Thibos, are thriving thanks to targeted therapies specific to their disease.
Turning Back Your Biological Age by Controlling Your Blood Pressure
Maria Delgado-Lelievre, M.D., Founder and Director of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how controlling your blood pressure and making some simple lifestyle changes can turn back your biological age and improve your life.
20th Anniversary of Minimally Invasive Heart Procedure ‘Miami Method’
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, discusses the 20th anniversary of the minimally invasive cardiac procedure he pioneered, known around the world as the Miami Method.
Awake Brain Surgery Allows Dad to Play Another Day
Robert Starke, M.D., Tenured Associate Professor of Clinical Neurosurgery and Neuroradiology at UHealth, explains how he performs a very delicate brain procedure while the patient is awake, to avoid harming critical areas of the brain such as speech. Fernando Vera is one of those patients.
Vision Correction Surgery Offers More Options in 2024
Rahul S. Tonk, M.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, discusses the options available in 2024 when it comes to vision correction surgery, and how LASIK technology is now highly customized for each individual patient. Alex Olesen says LASIK opened his eyes to a new way of life.
Cancer Survivors Benefit from Sylvester’s ‘Believe in You’ Program
Tracy Crane, Ph.D., Director of Lifestyle Medicine, Prevention, and Digital Health at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how lifestyle medicine, like diet and exercise, can benefit cancer survivors. A local breast cancer survivor says Sylvester’s Believe in You program dramatically changed her life for the better.
Technology Helps Type-1 Diabetics Manage Disease
Rodolfo Galindo, M.D., an endocrinologist and Director of the Comprehensive Diabetes Center at UHealth, explains how technology is helping Type-1 diabetes patients better manage the disease. Daniel Naranjo calls the automated insulin delivery system life changing.
UM Geneticist Says Diversity Key to Alzheimer’s Research
Margaret Pericak-Vance, Ph.D., a human geneticist and Director of the John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, discusses the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease locally and how our ancestry plays a role when it comes to who’s at risk. Carolyn Banks is a study participant encouraging others to get involved.
Sylvester’s Lung Screening Program Saving More Lives
Estelamari Rodriguez, M.D., a thoracic oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains how Sylvester’s lung cancer screening program catches cancers earlier in patients by closely monitoring them with regular CT scans to save more lives.
Sylvester’s Research Leads to Promising Treatments for Pancreatic Cancer
Nipun Merchant, M.D., Chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, discusses how breakthrough research underway at Sylvester is bringing promising new therapies to pancreatic cancer patients.
Surgeon Develops Simple Procedure to Prevent Lymphedema
Eli Avisar, M.D., a surgical oncologist specializing in lymphedema at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains how lymphedema, a possible serious complication of breast cancer surgery, can be prevented. Gohar Sargsian, a breast cancer survivor, shares her story.
New Wellness Program One Stop Shop for Women’s Health
Morgan Sendzischew Shane, M.D., and Laura Martin, D.O., are the founders of UHealth’s Comprehensive Women’s Health Alliance, a new program dedicated to the health and wellness of women through all stages of their lives. Loretta White is a patient who shares her experience and encourages other women not to neglect their health.
World-Renowned Hematologist Lists Benefits of Participating in Clinical Trials
Mikkael Sekeres, M.D., Chief of the Division of Hematology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, discusses blood and bone marrow cancers, and the benefits of joining a clinical trial. Eddie Nurquez, a two-time blood cancer survivor, shares his story.
Doctor Offers Life-Saving Advice When It Comes to Prostate Cancer
Brandon Mahal, M.D., a radiation oncologist specializing in the treatment of prostate cancer at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, offers life-saving advice when it comes to prostate cancer, especially men considered high risk. Darryl Brown shares his cancer journey.
UM Sports Medicine Institute’s Goal to Keep Student Athletes Safe
Lee Kaplan, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon and Director of the UM Sports Medicine Institute at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, discusses the prevalence of adolescent sports injuries, specifically baseball, and what student athletes need to know to stay safe and in the game. His son, Nate, shares his story and journey back to baseball.
Cochlear Implants Offer Teen Life-Changing Journey
Ivette Cejas, Ph.D., is a psychologist and Director of Family Support Services as part of the Children’s Hearing Program at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. For information on hearing loss treatments and services click here or visit the UHealth Collective.
Parasite Causes Severe Corneal Infection in Young Local Man
Guillermo Amescua, M.D., an ophthalmologist and corneal specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what a corneal infection is and how contact lens use can be to blame. His team developed a treatment using Photodynamic Therapy to kill the infection and help patients recover. Mike Krumholz is one of those patients.
Sylvester Expert Offers Tips to Reduce Stress After Cancer
Frank Penedo, Ph.D., Director of Survivorship and Supportive Care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, explains what cancer survivorship means, and offers tips to help reduce stress, and address emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing, after cancer.
Sylvester Offers Latest Treatments for Uveal Melanoma
Jose Lutzky, M.D., a medical oncologist specialized in advanced skin cancers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, describes how Sylvester’s access to clinical trials offers the most innovative treatments for patients with rare cancers such as uveal melanoma. Karen Clark is one of those patients.
Implantable Device Can Help Parkinson’s Patients
Henry Moore, M.D., a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease, a neurodegenerative disorder, and describes how Deep Brain Stimulation or DBS is helping some patients live a more active life. Giselle Casimiro is one of those patients.
Sylvester Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Warren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best care for this special population of patients. Jordan Cisneros is one of those patients.
Screening Colonoscopies Can Prevent Cancer
Luanne Force, M.D., a colorectal surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains the importance of getting a screening colonoscopy and what age you should start. Sabrina Aten says her first colonoscopy saved her life, and she hopes her story will encourage others to get screened.
Meet UHealth’s New Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine
Yiannis Chatzizisis, M.D., Ph.D., a world-renowned interventional and imaging cardiologist, has been named UHealth’s Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine. For information on cardiovascular treatments and services offered click here or visit the UHealth Collective.
Doctor Seeks Out World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon for Heart Procedure
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered is helping patients who need aortic valve replacement get back on their feet and back to their lives. Jeff Neale, M.D. is one of those patients.
UHealth’s Bariatric Program Offers Better Outcomes and a Brighter Future
Nestor De La Cruz-Munoz, M.D., Director of Bariatric Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses how UHealth's award-winning bariatric program helps adults and adolescents battling obesity lose weight and improve their overall health.
Tiny Device Provides Relief for Overactive Bladder
Raveen Syan, M.D., a urologist at the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System who specializes in pelvic floor disorders, explains how a tiny device is changing the lives of patients with overactive bladder. Dana Prytula is one of those patients.
Mental Health Alert as Some Face the Holiday Blues this Season
Firdaus Dhabhar, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, describes the signs and symptoms of the 'holiday blues' and how taking simple steps, like reaching out to a friend, can help overcome feelings of stress and anxiety.
Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Studies How Our Brains Age
James Galvin, M.D., the Founding Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, describes how projects like the Healthy Brain Initiative is helping to understand the risks of diseases like Alzheimer's and how to improve our brain health. Geraldine and Alan are both study participants.
Powerful New Partnership Offers Patients Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Gregory Basil, M.D., a UHealth neurosurgeon and Director of Endoscopic Spine Surgery at UHealth/Jackson Neurosurgery, discusses the benefits of an ultra-minimally invasive spine surgery he performs, and the power of a new partnership that brings together world class resources for patients. Jesus Deus is one of those patients.
Lung Cancer Cases Rise in Non-Smoking Younger Women
Estelamari Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., a thoracic oncologist and Associate Director of Community Outreach for Thoracic Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses an increasing number of lung cancer cases in non-smoking, younger women, and why biomarker testing is crucial for every patient with a lung cancer diagnosis. Lori Weinstock is one of those patients.
Sylvester Surgeons Offer Nipple Sparing Mastectomy
Kristin Rojas, M.D., FACS, a fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how a new type of breast cancer surgery called Nipple Sparing Mastectomy is helping patients get back to their lives. Rachel Malove is one of those patients.
National TAPUR Trial Offers Hope to Late-Stage Cancer Patients
Carmen Calfa M.D., a breast medical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Chair of the TAPUR Steering Group of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), explains how the TAPUR trial is offering molecularly targeted therapies to eligible late-stage cancer patients using FDA-approved medications. Susan Spak is one of those patients.
ORBEYE 3-D Microscope Improving Outcomes for Male Infertility
Ranjith Ramasamy, M.D., the Director of Reproductive Urology at Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains how the ORBEYE 3-D microscope is improving outcomes for patients with male infertility. The Pimentel family is grateful for the procedure and their daughter Ruby!
Virtual Platform Gives Patients Direct Access to Eye Care Specialists
Natalie Townsend, OD, an optometrist and Director of Bascom Palmer's Rapid Virtual Eye Care Clinic, explains how the virtual platform works to quickly diagnose and treat patients from the comfort of their home, and in some cases, save their vision. Tony Etzel is one of those patients.
When it Comes to Weight Loss, Age Is Just a Number
Michelle Pearlman, M.D., a gastroenterologist who specializes in weight management and nutrition at the University of Miami Health System, discusses aging and weight loss and why it's never too late to make healthier choices. Agustin Arellano is one of those patients.
Chronic Sinusitis Causes Congestion, Cough, and Facial Pressure
Corinna Levine, M.D., MPH, a rhinologist who specializes in sinus and skull base surgery at the University of Miami Health System, describes chronic sinusitis, its symptoms, and how a multidisciplinary team approach is helping patients breathe again. Susy Bobenrieth is one of those patients.
Speech pathologist helps patients communicate again
Jenna Best, SLP, a speech-language pathologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the evidence-based techniques UHealth offers patients who have lost the ability to communicate due to stroke or other neurological disorder. Ruby Villalonga is one of those patients.
Speech pathologist helps patients communicate again
Jenna Best, SLP, a speech-language pathologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the evidence-based techniques UHealth offers patients who have lost the ability to communicate due to stroke or other neurological disorder. Ruby Villalonga is one of those patients.
UHealth Doctor Reveals Life-Saving Acronym
Gillian Gordon Perue, M.D., Assistant Professor of Neurology and Vascular Neurologist at the University of Miami Health System, discusses stroke awareness and the acronym we all need to know to save lives. Crystal Williams, a young mom and stroke survivor, shares her story.
Sylvester and World Health Organization Team Up to Eliminate Cervical Cancer
Erin Kobetz, Ph.D., M.P.H., Associate Director for Population Sciences and Cancer Disparity at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how a new collaboration between Sylvester and the World Health Organization is aimed at eliminating cervical cancer by the year 2030. Rachel Burfield, a cervical cancer patient, shares her story.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Warren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best treat this special population of patients. Candela Gonzalez Marengo is one of those patients.
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Celebrates AYA Cancer Awareness Week
Warren Alperstein, M.D., a pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the treatment of adolescent and young adult cancers (AYA), and how Sylvester offers a multidisciplinary approach to best treat this special population of patients. Candela Gonzalez Marengo is one of those patients.
Dedication of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute
Dipen Parekh, M.D., Founding Director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, announces the dedication of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute. The premier academic medical center will train the next generation of urologists while advancing breakthroughs in research that can be applied to clinical care.
Colon Cancer Patients Benefit from Sylvester’s Multidisciplinary Approach
Nivedh Paluvoi, M.D., a colorectal surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses colon cancer risk, why screening is so important, and how Sylvester's multidisciplinary approach is helping patients beat cancer and get back to enjoying their lives. Marcus Oliver is one of those patients.
UHealth Cardiologist Discusses Reversing Heart Failure
Luanda Grazette, M.D., M.P.H., FACC, a cardiologist and director of the Advanced Heart Failure and Heart Failure Recovery Program at the University of Miami Health System, discusses heart disease, what we can do to prevent it, and how UHealth is working to manage and in some cases reverse heart failure in patients. Dominick Esposito is one of those patients.
World-Renowned Cardiac Surgeon Performs Minimally Invasive Procedure
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses aortic valve replacement, and how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered is helping patients get back on their feet and back to their lives. Juan Quesada is one of those patients.
UHealth Gastroenterologist Discusses Healthy Weight Loss
Michelle Pearlman, M.D., a gastroenterologist who specializes in weight management at the University of Miami Health System, discusses the steps to healthy weight loss, especially for patients with chronic gastrointestinal conditions. Andrea Galante is one of those patients.
Retina Specialist Performs Macular Hole Repair
Audina Berrocal, M.D., a world-renowned retina specialist at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what a macular hole is and how it can affect a person’s vision. She and her team specialize in macular hole repair that restores a patient’s central vision. Diana Bell is one of those patients.
UHealth Dermatologist Offers Relief to Chronic Itch Patients
Gil Yosipovitch, M.D., a dermatologist and Director of the Miami Itch Center at the Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, part of the University of Miami Health System, discusses chronic itch and how a new class of drugs called biologics is changing the lives of patients. Rachael Bronstein is one of those patients.
UHealth Recognized as Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center from the American Heart Association and the Mitral Foundation
Joseph Lamelas, M.D., Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, discusses mitral valve disease, and how a minimally invasive procedure he pioneered to repair the valve, is helping patients get back to their active lives. Walter Tombs is one of those patients.
Comprehensive Center for Brain Health Opens in Boca Raton
Dr. James Galvin, the Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, describes how the new center’s goal is to better treat and prevent degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia through research studies and seeing patients. Bobbi Rutt is one of those patients.
Lung Cancer Cases on the Rise in Non-Smoking Younger Women
Estelamari Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H., a thoracic oncologist and Associate Director of Community Outreach at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses an increasing number of lung cancer cases in non-smoking, younger women and the targeted therapies available to treat them. Wendy Reyes is one of those patients.
UHealth Studies Wearable Device for Knee Replacement Patients
Dr. Victor H. Hernandez, the Division Chief of Joint Replacement at the University of Miami Health System, explains how new technology through a wearable device is helping patients recover faster from knee replacement surgery. Alina Schuh is one of those patients.
Lesser Known PALB2 Gene Mutation Puts People at Higher Cancer Risk
Matthew Schlumbrecht, M.D., a gynecologic oncologist and Interim Division Chief for Gynecologic Oncology at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what the PALB2 gene is, what types of cancer it can put you at risk for, and who is a good candidate for genetic testing. Stephanie Leiva is Dr. Schlumbrecht’s patient.
Sylvester at Plantation Offers Unique Program of Services to Breast Cancer Patients
Carmen Calfa M.D., a breast medical oncologist and medical co-director of the Cancer Survivorship Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, describes a unique pilot program that offers support services to breast cancer patients and why it is so important not only to treat their cancer but also address their emotional and mental well-being.
Sylvester Offers Prostate Cancer Patients Personalized Treatment Plans
Mark Gonzalgo, M.D., Ph.D., a urologic oncologist who specializes in prostate cancer surgery at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what PSA means and why it’s an important early detection tool for identifying the disease when it’s curable. Dr. Gonzalgo also discusses how the latest surgical techniques reduce side in effects in patients. Glenn Serrano is one of those patients.
UHealth Neurosurgeon Performs Surgery to Remove Meningiomas
Dr. Jacques Morcos, director of skull base and cerebrovascular surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains what a meningioma is, how this type of tumor can affect a patient, and the surgical techniques involved in removing them. Dean Metzler is one of those patients.
Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 as Students Return to In-Person Learning
Dr. Lisa Gwynn, a pediatrician at the University of Miami Health System and President of the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, discusses the safety precautions students should take to prevent the spread of COVID-19 now that they're back to in-person learning. Also, she addresses how parents can best support their children through this challenging time.
Sylvester Offers Patients with Advanced Skin Cancers Breakthrough Treatments
Dr. Jose Lutzky, a medical oncologist specialized in advanced skin cancers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what melanoma is, who is at risk, and how clinical trials offered at Sylvester are helping patients live longer, healthier lives. Dave Hirschman is one of those patients.
Sylvester Home to One of Largest Head and Neck Cancer Groups in Nation
Dr. Donald Weed, a head and neck surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how patient engagement in their rehabilitation, along with a multidisciplinary team approach to their treatment, are helping them live longer, healthier lives. Mike Pulver is one of those patients.
UHealth Offers Highly Specialized Procedure for Patients with Gastroparesis
Dr. Sunil Amin, a gastroenterologist at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive procedure called G-POEM is helping patients with a debilitating condition where the stomach does not empty properly. Samantha Cowan is one of those patients.
Genetics Program Ranked Number Two in the Nation
Dr. Stephan Zuchner, a world-renowned geneticist and Chair of the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, talks about the research his team is doing to uncover the underlying genetic causes of diseases to better diagnose and treat patients. UM’s Miller School of Medicine’s genetics program is ranked number two in the nation.
Total Shoulder Replacement Gets Patients Out of Pain and Back in Action
Dr. Julianne Munoz, an orthopedic surgeon at UHealth Sports Medicine Institute, explains how total shoulder replacement works, who is a good candidate, and how the procedure is helping patients get back to the activities they love. Reynaldo Segui is one of those patients.
Vascular Surgery for Peripheral Artery Disease
Dr. Jorge Rey, a vascular surgeon at the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and the innovative treatments a team of specialists at UHealth are using to get patients back on their feet. David Raska is one of those patients.
UHealth’s Stroke Division Helps Patients Reclaim Their Lives
Dr. Jose G. Romano, Professor of Neurology and the Chief of the Stroke Division at the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of stroke, and how a team of specialists at UHealth's Stroke Division is getting patients back on their feet and enjoying their lives. Cipora Auslander is one of those patients.
World-renowned multiple myeloma expert treating patients at Sylvester
Multiple myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in adults. World-renowned myeloma researcher, Dr. Ola Landgren, is bringing his expertise directly to patients as the new Chief of Sylvester’s myeloma program. He explains how innovative new therapies are prolonging the lives of patients who are thriving like never before. Inas Elattar is one of those patients.
Concussion Clinic Neurologists Help Patients Play Again
Dr. Abraham Chileuitt, Sports Neurologist at the University of Miami Health System, describes the signs and symptoms of a concussion, and how a team of specialists at UHealth's Concussion Clinic works together to get patients back to enjoying the sports and activities they love - safely.
Cancer Patients Benefit from HIPEC Procedure
Dr. Mecker Moller is a surgical oncologist and head of the HIPEC Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more information about Dr. Moller and the HIPEC procedure, click here or visit the UHealth blog. AdAt Sylvester, Dr. Moller heads the HIPEC Program which stands for hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy. “Doctor, what kind of tumors or cancers are you treating with the HIPEC procedure?” asks anchor Pam Giganti. Dr. Moller says this two-pronged treatment approach, could help extend the lives of some patients.
Head and Neck Cancer Patients Benefit From Robotic Surgery
Dr. Giovana Thomas is a head and neck oncologic surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of the Robotic Surgery Program for the Department of Otolaryngology at UHealth. For more information about how our team at Sylvester treats head and neck cancers, click here or visit the UHealth blog. Bruce went to see Dr. Giovana Thomas, a head and neck oncologic surgeon at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of the Robotic Surgery Program for the Department of Otolaryngology at UHealth. Transoral robotic surgery means a faster recovery for patients often eliminating the need for further therapies. “They did a wonderful job through the surgery, and especially with robotic surgery, which really was a lifesaver,” says Bruce.
Reoperative Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is Benefitting Heart Patients
For more information about Dr. Lamelas and his minimally invasive heart procedure, click here or visit the UHealth blog. He needed surgery to replace a failing heart valve and went to see UHealth cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Joseph Lamelas, who pioneered a minimally invasive heart procedure. Ad“Why would someone need reoperative minimally invasive cardiac surgery?” asks Focusing on You anchor Pam Giganti. And performing the operation through a minimally invasive approach has many benefits,” Dr. Lamelas says. Instead of open surgery where the sternum is cracked to access the heart, Dr. Lamelas was able to perform the reoperative minimally invasive procedure on Rene to replace the infected valve.
Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth Focuses on Heart Disease Prevention
Dr. Maria Delgado-Lelievre is the Director of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at the University of Miami Health System. For more information about Dr. Delgado and how the center helps patients, click here or visit the UHealth blog. AdThat is when he went to see Maria Delgado-Lelievre, M.D., the head of the Comprehensive Hypertension Center at UHealth. For more stories like this one, visit YouTube channels for UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. Above content provided by UHealth, the University of Miami Health System
World-Renowned Leukemia Specialist Now Treating Patients at Sylvester
Dr. Mikkael Sekeres is the new Chief of Hematology and leukemia specialist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System. For more information about Dr. Sekeres and the hematology department, click here or visit the UHealth blog. MEET DR. MIKKAEL SEKERESMeet Dr. Mikkael Sekeres, the new Chief of Hematology, and a world-renowned leukemia specialist now treating patients at Sylvester. We’re able to offer that to patients today,” says Dr. Sekeres. “People who have blood disorders, particularly blood cancers are at a much higher risk of not only getting very sick from the virus, but also potentially even dying,” Dr. Sekeres says.
UHealth Launches New Website Showcasing Ongoing Clinical Trials in One Place
For more information about current clinical trials, go to https://umiamihealthresearch.org/ or visit the UHealth news blog. The fact that we have vaccines in less than a year was not possible without the hundreds of thousands of people that volunteered for the clinical trials,” Dr. Carrasquillo says. There are ongoing clinical trials for diabetes, heart disease, cancer, mental health, pediatrics, and much more. For more stories like this one, visit YouTube channels for UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. Above content provided by UHealth, the University of Miami Health System
UHealth Doctor Offers Comprehensive Weight Management Program to Her Patients
For more information about services offered, click here, or for more on Dr. Pearlman click here, or visit the UHealth health news blog. Dennis went to see UHealth gastroenterologist Michelle Pearlman who offers a comprehensive weight management program to her patients. An avid cyclist before his weight gain, Dennis worked his way to riding 60-miles a day on his bike, inspiring Dr. Pearlman to try! For more stories like this one, visit YouTube channels for UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. Above content provided by UHealth, the University of Miami Health System
Holiday Blues on the Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Marisa Echenique is a clinical psychologist at the University of Miami Health System. For more information about mental health therapy being offered remotely or in person, click here or visit the UHealth health news blog. The COVID-19 pandemic is taking a toll on our mental health, especially this holiday. “Living in this pandemic, which is an extraordinary time for all of us, we should anticipate feeling certain negative emotions, whether it’s fear, sadness, frustration,” says Dr. Echenique. For more stories like this one, visit YouTube channels for UHealth, the University of Miami Health System.
New Way to Care for Pediatric Glaucoma Patients
To find out more about pediatric glaucoma, click here or visit the UHealth news blog. That’s where Dr. Alana Grajewski, an expert in pediatric glaucoma, told them this was very different from the disease adults get. And it is one where the price is high if it doesn’t happen at an appropriate time,” Dr. Grajewski says. So, the small white bulb at the end is what touches your eye and collects your eye pressure. “I am able to see Rianna’s pressure at times of the day that I otherwise never would,” says Dr. Grajewski.
Recent Advancements in Lung Cancer Treatment
To find out more about clinical trials and treatments for lung cancer, click here or visit the UHealth news blog. MATILDE’S STORYMatilde Quintana will never forget the day she was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer. Today there are new and better treatment options for patients with lung cancer, says Sylvester oncologist Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez. Ad“There’s been nine new drugs approved for lung cancer since March 2020. “So, we’re now able to define lung cancer; before we thought all the lung cancers look the same,” says Dr. Rodriguez.
Chemotherapy and COVID-19: Are you at risk?
B cells are cells that make antibodies against bacteria and viruses. Chemotherapy and COVID-19Before coronavirus, we really didn’t see patients getting more severe infections in the months after chemotherapy. However, we don’t know if patients might be more at risk for severe COVID-19 infections in the months after chemotherapy. There is also a very interesting study about cigarette use and immune system recovery after chemotherapy. In the study, smokers and nonsmokers have about the same number of B cells on average before chemotherapy, and about the same two weeks after chemotherapy.
Nail tumors: Don’t ignore the signs
People with darker skin are particularly vulnerable to nail tumors' risks because discolorations on or under the nail may be considered normal and go ignored. The most serious nail tumor, melanoma, may look like a brown, black, or grey line or streak on or underneath the nail. Dr. Morrison, along with Sylvester’s team of dermatological oncologists, treat malignant nail tumors, such as:melanomasquamous cell carcinoma (or Bowen’s disease)onychocytic carcinomaCommon benign (non-cancerous) nail tumors include:onychopapillomanevus (moles)lentigoonychomatricomaglomus tumorAre these tumors contagious to others? “More research will need to be done in this area to confirm any true benefit.”What is the treatment for nail tumors? “Excision of the complete nail matrix (the cells that make up the hard part of the nail) may result in permanent nail dystrophy (like a split nail).
Ovarian cancer -- or is it?
For years, ovarian cancer has remained one of the leading causes of death for women with cancer. Oral contraceptive (birth control) pills, when taken for years, reduce the risk of ovarian cancer by as much as 50%. Many cases of the most common type of ovarian cancer, called high-grade serous carcinoma, are not ovarian at all – they start in the fallopian tube. The genes that are mutated and drive the growth of ovarian cancer cells are also mutated in STIC lesions, suggesting that they may come before actual cancer. Older studies from Europe suggest that taking this action may reduce ovarian cancer rates for a large population.
Sunscreen tips for babies, acne, and more
While it may help prevent sunburns, sunscreen with an SPF below 15 provides no protection from skin cancer or wrinkles. SPF 30 filters out about 97% of harmful UVB rays, SPF 50 blocks about 98%, and SPF 100 can protect you from 99%. Sunscreen tipsWear SPF 30 or higher sunscreen every day. Sun protection for babies and childrenProtecting the skin as a child and teenager can significantly reduce the risk of skin cancer and premature skin aging as an adult. The Food and Drug Administration advises that babies younger than 6 months do not wear sunscreen, but rather stay out of the sun altogether or wear with clothing with UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) built in.
Emergency Room Safety Precautions at the University of Miami
Dr. David Lang is the Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at the University of Miami. To find out more about emergency room procedures and precautions, click here or visit the UHealth news blogEMERGENCY ROOM SAFETYVisits to emergency rooms here and across the country are declining as COVID-19 cases rise. Dr. David Lang, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at the University of Miami, says COVID should not be a reason that emergency care isn’t sought out, especially when every second counts. How important is it for people, despite being in the middle of a pandemic, to seek out emergency medical treatment? What kinds of precautions are being taken now, specifically within the emergency room at UHealth Tower?
Genetic Testing at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Rachel Silva-Smith is a genetic counselor with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more information about cancer genetic counseling and testing, click here to visit the UHealth health news blog. Rachel Silva-Smith, a genetic counselor at Sylvester, explains what genetic testing is and who is a good candidate. If a woman is diagnosed at age 60 or under, they typically have to have a specific type of breast cancer, known as triple-negative breast cancer. Any male with breast cancer, also qualifies for genetic testing.
Who is a good candidate for genetic testing, and how can it help those at risk for certain cancers?
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Vaccine Trial Update at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Carmen Calfa is a breast medical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. For more information about the clinical trial for the triple negative breast cancer vaccine, click here or visit the UHealth health news blog. JACKI’S STORYIn 2018, Jacki Bennett was the first patient at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center to take part in a clinical trial for an experimental vaccine to prevent the recurrence of triple negative breast cancer. It is more aggressive and has a lower survival rate than other types of breast cancer. “As soon as I was diagnosed, I knew that I wanted to do more than just survive cancer,” Jacki says.