Santa, Families and Trees: Our 2018 Holiday Events (Slideshow)

Eric Puffenbarger   |   1/1/2019   |   News & Events, Videos

It was a busy holiday season at the Health System. Take a look back at some of the ways we were able to celebrate with our patients, team members and the community. More »

A Life-Changing Cancer Diagnosis: Nancy Whitley’s Story

Erica Gregory   |   12/20/2018   |   Patient Stories, Videos

When Nancy Whitley received her cancer diagnosis, she was initially only given five years to live. She is now in year eight. Watch her story. More »

Too Much Nicotine: The Risks of Vaping

Holly Ford   |   12/13/2018   |   Videos

Marketed as a safer alternative to cigarettes, vape pens still contain nicotine, a highly addictive stimulant that can greatly impact your health. Watch this video to learn more. More »

Life After A Pediatric Brain Tumor: Addie Kingery’s Story

Erica Gregory   |   11/20/2018   |   Patient Stories, Videos

Addie Kingery was diagnosed with a pediatric brain tumor in her senior year. She developed a unique relationship with her surgeon. Watch her story. More »

Reconstructive Surgery Options for Traumatic Facial Fractures at UVA

Luis Soler Rivera   |   10/29/2018   |   General Health, Videos

Watch Jared Christophel, MD, discuss plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery options at UVA for cases of traumatic facial fractures. More »

Gamma Knife Surgery: A Patient’s 11-Year Journey to Be Cancer-Free

Erica Gregory   |   10/16/2018   |   Patient Stories, Videos

Carolyn Blackwell-Stark came to UVA to be treated for melanoma. The cancer eventually spread to her brain. Watch her story about Gamma Knife surgery. More »

Diverticulitis Surgery: A UVA Student’s Stomach Pain Turns Into an Emergency

Erica Gregory   |   9/12/2018   |   Patient Stories, Videos

Zach Harker was supposed to drive home to visit his mother for her birthday when he started having stomach pains. He ended up having emergency diverticulitis surgery. Watch his story. More »

7 Quick Questions with Urologist David Rapp, MD

Erica Gregory   |   9/5/2018   |   People of UVA, Videos

Learn about UVA urologist David Rapp, MD. Rapp treats women who may be suffering from pelvic organ prolapse among other conditions. More »

When to Consider Weight Loss Surgery

Holly Ford   |   8/21/2018   |   Videos

When diet and exercise aren't effective at shedding excess pounds, it may be beneficial for some to have a surgical weight loss procedure. More »

7 Quick Questions with OB-GYN Donald Dudley, MD

Erica Gregory   |   8/14/2018   |   People of UVA, Videos

Learn about UVA OB-GYN Donald Dudley, MD. Dudley treats high-risk pregnancies and women who have experienced pregnancy loss at UVA Health System. More »