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Adult Cystic Fibrosis Patient Thriving with the Help of UH Program
In the 1980s, children with cystic fibrosis rarely survived beyond their teens. But advances in care now give adult patients the chance to survive and flourish.
Elyria Woman Reclaims Her Health With the Help of UH CINEMA
With the help of a unique cardiometabolic program (UH CINEMA), Jennifer Warrick of Elyria has regained control of her diabetes, weight and overall health.
Equestrian Riding High Again After Weight-Loss Surgery
Meghan Kelley underwent a sleeve gastrectomy procedure when her weight started interfering with her work as a riding instructor/trainer and nurse.
Gastric Bypass Helps Patient Lose Over 110 Pounds
Down 112 pounds since her gastric bypass at UH Digestive Health Institute, Shawnte Richardson of Maple Heights looks and feels better than ever.
From Heart Transplant to Running for Mayor
Since receiving a heart transplant, former Olmsted Falls fire chief Chad Gluss has attended his daughter's wedding and decided to run for mayor.
Maryam’s Story
When diet and exercise alone were no longer enough to control her weight, Maryam enrolled in the UH Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence+ program.
Twins Doing Well After Complicated Aortic Surgery
Twins Marti and Mary Alice Mullins are doing well after having complex Coral Reef Aorta (CRA) surgery at UH Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. Learn more.
Former Personal Trainer Feeling Better as She Recovers From Stroke
Aided by physical therapy, rehab, patience and positivity, a former personal trainer/body builder is on the road to healing after having two strokes.