Young Stroke Survivor Grateful for Life-Saving Procedure

Dileep Yavagal, M.D., Chief of Interventional Neurology at UHealth, part of the University of Miami Health System, describes how a procedure called thrombectomy is saving the lives of stroke patients and reversing the debilitating symptoms. Isabel Sullivan, who suffered a stroke at the age of 26, now shares her journey.

Tiny Device Provides Control and Confidence to Overactive Bladder Patients

Raveen Syan, M.D., a urologist and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogynecology at the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains how a tiny device implanted just under the skin is proving to be life-changing for patients with overactive bladder. Julie Alvarez Medina share her story.

Voice Therapy Helps Physics Professor Find Voice Again

Adam Lloyd, S.L.P, a speech language pathologist and voice specialist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how voice therapy in the Estefan Voice Studio is benefitting people wi

A Pilot’s Journey: How Deep Brain Stimulation Brought Hope Amid Parkinson’s Disease

Corneliu Luca, M.D., Ph.D., a neurologist and Professor of Clinical Neurology at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how promising new technology called Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation can offer patients with Parkinson’s Disease a better quality of life. Greg Smith, a Parkinson’s patient, shares his story.

Procedure Helps Scuba Diver Conquer Complex Colon Polyps and Dive Again

Sunil Amin, M.D., a gastroenterologist and Director of Endoscopy at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains how a minimally invasive, highly specialized procedure is helping patients with complex colon polyps avoid a large surgery and get back to doing what they love. Patient David Lampl shares his story.

Multiple Myeloma Patient Thriving After Innovative Treatment

Ola Landgren, M.D., Ph.D., Director of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Myeloma Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains what multiple myeloma is and how cutting-edge treatments are providing personalized therapies for patients. Richard Dapaah shares his life-saving journey.

TAVR Procedure Helps Heart Patients Enjoy Life Again

Pedro Cox, M.D., an interventional cardiologist and Medical Director of Structural Heart Disease at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what aortic stenosis is and how a minimally invasive heart procedure can get patients back to enjoying what they love. Sondra Luxenberg shares her journey back to health.

Miami-Dade Firefighter and Cancer Survivor Shares Personal Battle

Susan Kesmodel, M.D., a breast surgical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains why firefighters face an elevated cancer risk and how the Firefighter Cancer Initiative, now in its 10th year, is helping save lives. Miami-Dade firefighter Claudine Buzzo shares her cancer journey and fight to protect her fellow first responders.

Young Man Achieves Life-Long Dream of Ditching Glasses Forever

Ellen Koo, M.D., a corneal specialist and associate professor of clinical ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, describes the latest technologies in LASIK and laser vision correction surgeries and how they are providing patients with a brighter future without glasses and contact lenses.

Sylvester Helps Those Navigate Grief Over the Holidays

Wendy Lichtenthal, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and Director of the Center for the Advancement of Bereavement Care at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, offers coping strategies to those struggling with the loss of a loved one over the holidays. Kathy Gordon shares her very personal story following the loss of her husband, Clark, after 57 years of marriage.

Sylvester Science Gives Patients Hope Against Rare Cancers

Aman Chauhan, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in neuroendocrine cancers (NETs) at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Health System, explains where these rare tumors may present in the body and how patients have access to the latest clinical trials. Lori Rothman shares her journey back to health.

Thrill Seeker Takes Leap of Faith in Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer

Peter Hosein, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in pancreatic cancer at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the challenges of treating pancreatic cancer and how clinical trials using immunotherapy may help. Manny Garcia, a young man who loves to skydive and base jump, shares his journey back to health.

Young Breast Cancer Patients Have Fertility Options

Carmen Calfa, M.D., a breast medical oncologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains that younger women with breast cancer face multiple challenges that need to be discussed, including fertility preservation, before starting treatment. Roxana Chaviano, a breast cancer survivor, shares her journey.

Miami Heat Icon Alonzo Mourning Shares His Battle with Prostate Cancer

Seven-time All-Star NBA Champion and Miami Heat icon Alonzo Mourning shares his battle with prostate cancer. Mourning is now teaming up with Sanoj Punnen, M.D., a urologist at the world-renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, to encourage all men to get their prostate cancer screenings.

University of Miami Ear Institute Offers Breakthrough Treatments

Dr. Hillary Snapp, Chief of Audiology at the University of Miami Ear Institute, part of the University of Miami Health System, describes some of the symptoms of hearing loss and why it’s so important to your overall health to get your hearing checked.

Sylvester Offers Lymphoma Patients Access to Life-Saving Clinical Trials

Denise Pereira, M.D., associate director of the Transplantation and Cell Therapy Program at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what lymphoma is and how access to breakthrough clinical trials saves lives. Charlie Burr became the first patient at Sylvester to receive a form of CAR T-cell therapy and is now cancer free.

UHealth Doral Expansion Provides Greater Access to Academic Medicine

David Kerman, M.D., Chief Medical Director of UHealth Doral, and Melissa Soto, Executive Director of Nursing, explain how the expansion of UHealth Doral Medical Center provides the community with world class health care right in their own backyard.

New Treatment Option for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Maria Suurna, M.D., an otolaryngologist who specializes in sleep medicine and sleep surgery at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, describes the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and how an implantable device is helping some patients get a sound night’s sleep. Donn Atkins is one of those patients.

Sylvester Offers Sarcoma Patients Targeted Therapies

Gina D’Amato, M.D., a medical oncologist specializing in sarcomas and Assistant Director of Clinical Research at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains what sarcomas are and how targeted therapies are helping patients live longer and happier lives. Donna Wilson shares her journey as a young sarcoma survivor.

G-POEM Procedure Helps Patients Eat Foods They Love

Sunil Amin, M.D., a gastroenterologist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what gastroparesis is and how a highly specialized procedure called G-POEM is helping patients find relief and eat the foods they love without pain or discomfort.

UHealth Neurologist Says Migraine More Than Just Headache

Dr. Teshamae Monteith, M.D., Professor of Neurology and Headache Specialist at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System, explains what you need to know about migraine and how UHealth provides personalized treatment plans to help patients, like Ashley Fennema, get back to doing what they love.

UM’s Center for Cognitive Neuroscience & Aging Goal: Eradicate Alzheimer’s Disease

Rosie Curiel Cid, Psy.D., Associate Professor and Chief of Cross-Cultural Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience and Aging (CNSA) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, describes how CNSA’s innovative research is helping fight brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and other related dementias.

Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute Brings Top Team of Experts Together

The Sylvester Brain Tumor Institute led by Director and global researcher Antonio Iavarone, M.D., and Co-Director of Neurooncology, Macarena de la Fuente, M.D., brings an entire team of experts in one place, with one mission: to cure malignant brain tumors like glioblastoma.

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.

UHealth/Jackson Neurosurgery offers patients minimally invasive spine surgery

Cervical degenerative disease can cause concerning symptoms.

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.

TCAR Procedure Prevents Stroke Risk in Patients

Arash Bornak, M.D., is a vascular surgeon specializing in carotid disease at UHealth, the University of Miami Health System. For more information on vascular surgery options and services, click here or visit the UHealth Collective.

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.

UHealth research may expand benefit of ALS drug

The FDA’s recent accelerated approval of a drug to treat a genetic variant of ALS is not only helping patients diagnosed with the disease, it could be used to slow or even stop the progression before symptoms first appear.

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.

Surgeons Team Up to Remove Acoustic Neuromas

Triathlon competitor Todd Saunders knew something was wrong when his balance was off.

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.

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.

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.

Holiday Blues on the Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic

Dr. Marisa Echenique, a UHealth clinical psychologist, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic is sparking cases of the holiday blues this year, how to get through these difficult times, and where people can go to get the mental help they need.

Recent Advancements in Lung Cancer Treatment

Dr. Estelamari Rodriguez, oncologist/hematologist at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses recent advancements in lung cancer treatments, helping patients live longer, happier lives.

Reoperative Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery is Benefitting Heart Patients

Dr. Joseph Lamelas, Chief and Program Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Miami Health System, explains how a reoperative minimally invasive cardiac procedure he pioneered is helping heart patients avoid open surgery and recover faster with less risk of bleeding and infection.

UHealth Doctor Offers Comprehensive Weight Management Program to Her Patients

Dr. Michelle Pearlman, a UHealth gastroenterologist, explains how she helps her patients lose weight and get in shape through a personalized nutrition and exercise program. Dennis Hernandez, one of her patients, shares his weight loss journey and how he lost over 60 pounds and counting!

New Way to Care for Pediatric Glaucoma Patients

Dr. Alana Grajewski, Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, explains what primary congenital glaucoma is and why it is so important to treat it immediately. Dr. Grajewski also introduces us to Rianna Patel, a teen who has the condition, and is monitoring her eye pressure at home thanks to Bascom Palmer’s new integrated system of care.