A Stroke at Age 27 Inspired Dedication to Cardiovascular Research
When Donna Arnett, dean of the University of Kentucky College of Public Health, suffered a stroke at the age of 27, people didn't believe her. However, her experience as a stroke patient inspired her...
View ArticleUK Global Ophthalmology Hosts Inaugural Outreach Clinic
Volunteers from UK Advanced Eye Care provided care to over 100 patients in Hazard in the first of a series of outreach clinics targeting rural Kentucky.
View ArticleUK-led Study Finds Patients Want Accountability, Continuity and Caring...
The article, “Experiencing Care Transitions from the Patient and Caregiver Perspective," provides results from focus groups and interviews conducted with 138 patients and 110 family caregivers from...
View Article"Exuberance!" Soars Above Kentucky Children's Hospital
Artists Erika Strecker and John Medwedeff and their team designed and constructed seven colorful (and massive) kites for the new lobby of the Kentucky Children's Hospital.
View ArticlePGA Barbasol Championship Announces UK HealthCare Among Official Sponsors
UK HealthCare will provide first-aid services and sports medicine support at the tournament. Through the partnership, the Barbasol Championship will engage and feature the hospitals and clinics, UK...
View ArticleUK Markey Cancer Patient Meets the Donor Who Saved Her Life
After receiving a bone marrow transplant from an anonymous donor, Markey patient Sarah Lister always knew she wanted to say "thank you" in a big way to the person who saved her life.
View ArticleConference Will Highlight Collaboration Between KNI and Community Providers
The Practical Update in Neurology and Neurosurgery will provide community providers useful, up-to-date information to manage patients in their daily practice.
View ArticleMarkey Joins NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in Endorsing Goal of Eliminating...
In a joint statement, the National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer centers, including the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center, fully endorse the goal of eliminating cancers caused by...
View ArticleKCH's Pediatric Sedation Unit and Leaders Recognized for Excellence in...
The Circle of Blue Pediatric Sedation and Procedure Unit and its director Dr. Cheri Landers were recognized for
View ArticleUK Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon Helps Patient Get Back on the Move
Ohio native Grace Mlachak was 11 years old when a wakeboarding accident left her with a broken femur. Despite multiple surgeries and years of physical therapy, her injury never healed correctly — then...
View ArticleKentucky Cancer Registry Awarded Multimillion-dollar Contract from NCI
The Kentucky Cancer Registry (KCR) has received a $2.6 million contract from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to continue its participation in the NCI’s Surveillance Epidemiology and End Results...
View ArticleUK Professor Wins Advocacy Award for LGBTQ* Health Care Initiative
Dr. Keisa Fallin-Bennett, an associate professor of Family and Community Medicine, is the recipient of the 2018 STFM Advocate Award for her work with the Transform Health clinic.
View ArticleUK Nurse Shows Kids with Diabetes How to Be Kids
From school to summer camp, Nurse Practitioner and diabetes educator Leslie Scott gives kids with type 1 diabetes the tools they need to lead happy, healthy lives.
View Article"Birdies for the Bluegrass" Benefits Kentucky Children's Hospital
As part of the upcoming Barbasol PGA Championship, golf fans can help support Kentucky Children's Hospital by making a pledge for every "birdie" scored during the tournament.
View ArticleUK Plastic Surgery, Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Collaborate to Perform...
After a rollover vehicle accident, Eastern Kentucky native Raeanna Napier endured months of pain and discomfort while searching for a solution — one that she finally found thanks to a collaboration...
View ArticleUK College of Public Health Names New Chair of Biostatistics
One of Heather Bush's goals as chair is to facilitate the inclusion of biostatisticians in team science to pave the way for better use of data.
View ArticleClassic Cars and Classic Hospitality at the Annual Keeneland Concours...
Over 160 cars from brass era steamers to exotic future classics will compete at one of Kentucky’s iconic horse racing venues, Keeneland Race Course July 19 - 22 during the annual Keeneland Concours...
View ArticlePatients, Golfers Compete in Mini-Tournament at Kentucky Children's Hospital
Players from the PGA Barbasol Championship and coaches and players from UK Athletics teamed up with young patients for the Mini Pro-Am at Kentucky Children's Hospital.
View ArticleUK Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon Helps Patient Get Back on the Move
Ohio native Grace Mlachak was 11 years old when a wakeboarding accident left her with a broken femur. Despite multiple surgeries and years of physical therapy, her injury never healed correctly — then...
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