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End-Stage Emphysema Tackled with Double Lung Transplant
Paul Mynatt spent most of his life incredibly healthy, but fter he noticed symptoms of extreme exhaustion and shortness of breath, he was diagnosed with end-stage emphysema. By 2024, he was headed into surgery for a double-lung transplant.
Integrative Medicine Helps Patient with Anxiety and Sleep
Patty Saunier had been a champion sleeper until, in her sixties, sleeping became a nightmare. Kristin Kaelber, MD, PhD, a specialist with University Hospitals Connor Whole Health, helped get to the bottom of the underlying issue.
R.J.’s Story
Rorkishe “R.J.” Catledge’s cancer journey led her down a path to holistic healing and complementary treatments at University Hospitals Connor Whole Health.
UH Nurse Gives Husband the Greatest Anniversary Gift
Encouraged by his new wife, 54-year-old Mark Carlucci decided to get a full health checkup that included a no-cost coronary artery calcium score – a decision that quite literally saved his life.
Bay Village Man Walking Miles Again after Vascular Surgery
When a non-healing wound and persistent shortness of breath kept Mark Carlson from the activities he loved, he turned to the experts at University Hospitals Heart & Vascular Institute for help.
Synchronized Diabetes and Heart Care Improves Every Aspect of Patients Health
When David Tschantz became increasingly short of breath and was diagnosed with multiple health problems, he turned to UH Heart & Vascular Institute for coordinated care.
Severe Hand Injury Leads to Unique Diagnosis and Treatment
When an injury caused Almad Allen to lose function in his left hand, orthopedic hand surgeons at UH provided innovative care that restored his quality of life.
Kentucky couple conducts national search for a second opinion
A successful cervical spinal tumor removal at University Hospitals Neurological Institute saves a patient’s life and gives his family hope.