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“Everything’s failing,” Tonia’s doctors told her husband. Her heart, lungs and kidneys were all shutting down after five cardiac arrests threatened to take the life of this active, healthy 45-year-old mother of three. But specialists in stent and ECMO technology brought her back from the brink.

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Your center for helpful, hopeful information and resources. Find press releases, scientific breakthroughs and achievements, behind-the-scenes experiences, success stories and more, right here.
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Hilary’s Journey with Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy and Scoliosis

A Story of Strength, Love, and Community

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$1.6 million gift expands services at the Timothy Freeman, MD, Center for Developmental Disabilities

The Ronald and Florence Koetters Family Foundation supports UC Health 

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Debunking Diabetes Myths: Learn the Risks

Every year, 1.2 million Americans receive a diabetes diagnosis, as reported by the American Diabetes Association.

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Breastfeeding Resource Guide

Breastfeeding is a natural way to provide your baby with the nutrition they need for healthy growth and development. 

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UC Medical Center Once Again Earns Advanced Stroke Care Recertification by The Joint Commission

UCMC continues to lead in specialized, comprehensive stroke care with top-tier national recognition.

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Ron Solomon’s Story - Lighting a New Treatment Path for Pancreatic Cancer Patients

At 73 years old, Ron Solomon and his wife, Barb, looked forward to their retirement years. Yet, in January 2023, their lives took an unexpec...

Your source for guidelines, facts and information in face of the rapidly-changing pandemic. Find what you need to know about wellness appointments, how to stay healthy and what you need to do if you think you have COVID-19.
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The Loneliness Epidemic: Escape Post-pandemic Social Isolation

Alone vs. Lonely: UC Health staff adapting care, partnerships, understanding of loneliness in a post-pandemic world.

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Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Omicron: COVID-19 Variants Explained

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven to be nothing if not resilient.

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Twenty-Two-Year-Old Recovers From COVID-19 Pneumonia, Spends Months Fighting for His Life

Young Carlisle, Ohio, native finally returns home to his girlfriend, family, thanks to Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit team at UC Medical...

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COVID-19 Oral Antiviral Medications Are Here: What You Should Know

COVID-19 continues to challenge daily life, and it may do so for the foreseeable future, but there’s good news too. We’re continuously learn...

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UC Health COVID-19 Community Testing Center Moves from Drive-Thru to In-Office

In-office testing will now be provided on the Clifton and West Chester campuses.

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ADVISORY: Ohio National Guard Troops Arrive at UC Health

CINCINNATI - Troops will assist in non-clinical roles at UC Medical Center.

Hope lives in science: The truth and research work we do tirelessly year in and year out. It means new techniques, lifesaving treatments and innovative solutions for health challenges that are both common and complex. Learn more about our quest for hope.
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Kathy’s Story: Survivorship Program Gives Hope While Battling Uterine Cancer

When you receive a cancer diagnosis, the right support system is a critical part of treatment and helps provide better outcomes.

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Alan’s Story: Overcoming Brain Cancer Despite Less Than 20% Odds

Former neonatologist and Daniel Drake Medal Award winner gets diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2019, but continues to speak, teach and travel ...

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Melissa's Story: Finding a Living Kidney Donor Through Social Media

“I do not have the words to express how grateful I am for what she has done for me,” Melissa Kinnaird said of her live kidney donor. “It has...

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Paul’s Story: Unique Procedure Removes Laryngeal Cancer and Preserves Voice Box

Almost a year after surgery, Paul Deutschle lives cancer-free, enjoying life with his family.

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Don’s Story: Clinical Trial at UC Cancer Center Helps Defeat Esophageal Cancer

“When I walked in that door, I knew those physicians were dedicated to their profession and had hope for me.”

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Danielle’s Story: KTP Laser Treatment for Vocal Fold Hemorrhages

Danielle Cozart Steele, a professional vocalist and choir director, unknowingly suffered from vocal fold hemorrhages for 15 years. KTP laser...

Thousands of physicians, nurses, therapists, researchers, pharmacists and care providers work together throughout the UC Health campuses, focused on one thing: world-class care. Go behind the curtain with our experts.
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UC Health Physicians Provide Medical Direction for Cincinnati SWAT

Season 5: Episode 4 Unique partnership allows UC Health’s emergency medicine physicians to educate, train local officers on basi...

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A Day in the Life of a UC Emergency Medicine Resident

Season 5: Episode 3 Husband, father and third-year resident Edmond Irankunda, MD, takes you through a typical day in his life in...

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Inside the “Brain” of a Healthcare System

Season 5: Episode 2 UC Health has nearly two million provider visits with patients each year. Meet the team in charge of making ...

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UC Health's Role in Developing the COVID-19 Vaccine

Season 5: Episode 1 Since the beginning of COVID-19, clinicians and researchers raced to find a safe and effective vaccine that ...

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An Evening with the Trauma Team at West Chester Hospital

Season 4: Episode 3 It’s early in the evening on the Monday after Thanksgiving, and the Emergency Department at UC Health’s West...

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Deep Inside the Human Brain

Season 4: Episode 2

Happy endings are everywhere. Find inspiration and support in stories from our patients. Join them on their care journeys, and watch outcomes unfold across many different types of health conditions, from cancer treatments to heart health to orthopaedic surgery.
Patient Stories
Hilary’s Journey with Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy and Scoliosis

A Story of Strength, Love, and Community

Patient Stories
Ron Solomon’s Story - Lighting a New Treatment Path for Pancreatic Cancer Patients

At 73 years old, Ron Solomon and his wife, Barb, looked forward to their retirement years. Yet, in January 2023, their lives took an unexpec...

Patient Stories
Karen's Lung Cancer Journey: A Story of Resilience and Hope

From diagnosis to recovery, Karen’s lung cancer journey is one of resilience, faith, and family support. Discover how love and expert care g...

Patient Stories
From Patient to Champion: Mike’s Mission After Liver Transplant

Mike isn’t your typical 50-year-old. This October, like the last three, Mike will dye his hair a vibrant green in appreciation of Liver Dise...

Patient Stories
Veronica’s Story: A Surprising Diagnosis Leads to Heart Failure While Pregnant

The Cincinnati healthcare community, her Apple Watch and the region’s heart care leaders saved Veronica and her newborn daughter’s lives—aft...

Bill's Story: An LVAD Patient Journey
Patient Stories
An LVAD Patient Story

Follow Bill's journey from alarming heart failure symptoms to renewed hope, thanks to the power of mechanical circulatory support technology...

Breaking news, research advancements, patient successes and more are released regularly, with opportunities for press interviews and community learning.
Press Releases
$1.6 million gift expands services at the Timothy Freeman, MD, Center for Developmental Disabilities

The Ronald and Florence Koetters Family Foundation supports UC Health 

Press Releases
UC Medical Center Once Again Earns Advanced Stroke Care Recertification by The Joint Commission

UCMC continues to lead in specialized, comprehensive stroke care with top-tier national recognition.

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Dr. William Hinckley Joins Federal Air Ambulance Quality, Safety Committee

UC Health’s Air Care and Mobile Care program continues to deliver advanced critical care, further bolstered by this national role.

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Announcing Executive Leadership Changes, Driving Strategic Advancements and Clinical Excellence

Charmaine Rochester joins as CFO; Arthur Pancioli, MD, named as Chief Clinical Officer and Rob Wiehe takes on expanded COO role

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UC Health Opens State-of-the-Art Emergency Preparedness & Response Center

Center designed to advance national standards for community readiness and response speeds in large-scale emergencies

Forbes 2024 America's Best-in-State Employers Ohio
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UC Health Named on the Forbes List of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2024

Greater Cincinnati’s Academic Health System Recognized as a Desired Place to Work

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Our media team is driven by a passion to help tell the stories of inspiration, hope and scientific breakthroughs happening at UC Health every day. Experienced in international, national and local media, please contact them for connections and information.

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