UPMC chief of rheumatology, Dana P. Ascherman, M.D., whose work extends far beyond the exam room, has been recognized with a national honor from the Arthritis Foundation for his commitment to… Read more
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Progress as the Journey Continues
The April edition of First Friday reminds us of the value in every journey. There is more to every experience than just reaching the finish line. As new… Read more
Bringing Advanced Liver Transplant Evaluation Closer to Home in the North Hills
Liver disease often progresses quietly with few symptoms until it becomes advanced. Early evaluation can make the difference between careful monitoring and prevention or the need… Read more
Study Identifies Hormone-Driven Mechanism Behind Rare Pediatric Brain Tumor
Most cancers are driven by genetic changes that help cancer cells grow out of control. Those unusual changes often help physicians characterize a disease and,… Read more
UPMC Notified of National Medical Exchange Concern
UPMC has been notified by Epic Systems, UPMC’s electronic health records vendor, that a health information network may have improperly accessed medical records of some… Read more