Research Rochester Researchers Lead First Worldwide Trial to Test Defibrillators in Diabetes Patients By Emily Boynton Apr. 19, 2017 People with diabetes have a high incidence of heart problems, including sudden cardiac death. A new study will determine if a subcutaneous implantable cardiac defibrillator (S-ICD) increases survival ...
Patient Care 16th Annual Rochester River Run/Walk 5K set for Sunday, April 23 By Matt Ulakovic Apr. 11, 2017 The Rochester River Run/Walk 5K — scheduled for Sunday, April 23 at Genesee Valley Park — is raising funds in support of patients who are awaiting or recovering from organ transplant surgery at ...
Research Fishing for Answers: Does an Omega-3 Fatty Acid Improve Heart Health? By URMC Communications Apr. 7, 2017 Study results are mixed on whether omega-3 fatty acids found in fish like salmon help prevent heart disease. Researchers are taking a fresh look at the influence of a specific omega-3 fatty acid ...
Patient Care Singers from “The Voice” to Lead Harbor House Rocks April 21 By Leslie White Apr. 5, 2017 Nick Hagelin and Bryan Bautista, who competed on “The Voice,” and local musicians will come together Friday, April 21, to support Harbor House, a home-away-from-home for families of patients ...
Patient Care UR Medicine Vein Care Teams Secure IAC Accreditation By Leslie White Feb. 23, 2017 UR Medicine Vein Center is the region’s first Vascular Surgery-led team to earn Intersocietal Accreditation Commission accreditation for comprehensive vein care.
Patient Care Grains of Salt: Tracking Sodium in Your Food By Lori Barrette Feb. 13, 2017 Reading food labels to keep track of your daily sodium intake can help boost your heart health. UR Medicine heart-health caregivers explain what to look for if you're trying to cut back on the salt ...
Patient Care After a Heart Attack: Two Steps to Recovery By Lori Barrette Feb. 1, 2017 A heart attack changes your life and recovery takes time and commitment. The amount of effort you put into it will have lasting impact on your quality of life. Recovery is a two-step process, ...
Patient Care Vascular Surgery, Vein Center Relocate to Larger Offices By Leslie White Jan. 31, 2017 UR Medicine’s Vascular Surgery and Vein Center teams are opening new, larger and more convenient offices at 140 Canal View Blvd., off Brighton-Henrietta Townline Road., on Wednesday, Feb. 1.
Patient Care UR Medical Center Board Honors Top Staff with 2016 Excellence Awards By Karin Gaffney Christensen Jan. 25, 2017 Ten individuals and four teams were honored for their dedication, service and outstanding patient care, with numerous examples cited of their extraordinary efforts.
Patient Care Mohawk Valley Man 'On the Ropes,' Gets New Heart By Leslie White Jan. 13, 2017 Herkimer County resident Jim Pugliese has seen young boxers take incredible blows and rally for a win in the ring. You could say he’s experienced the same situation. The 64-year-old Mohawk Valley man ...
