A VHL Patient’s Story: Inside the Fall Vim & Vigor

Kelly Casey   |   8/17/2018   |   Patient Stories

Karen Ramsey passed away on April 30, but as she wished, we’re sharing her story to spread awareness of VHL, a rare genetic condition. Read about Karen and get health tips in our latest family health magazine. More »

7 Quick Questions With Min Park, Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery Specialist

Holly Ford   |   5/24/2018   |   People of UVA, Videos

In recognition of Stroke Awareness Month, we sat down with neurosurgeon Min Park, MD, an expert in cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery. More »

Using Telemedicine For Stroke Care at UVA

Erica Gregory   |   5/17/2018   |   General Health, Treatments, Videos

The telestroke program at UVA recently treated its 1000th patient. Telestroke uses telemedicine to treat patients virtually. Watch the video to learn more. More »

Are Women More Likely to Suffer Sports-Related Concussions?

Eric Puffenbarger   |   2/14/2018   |   General Health

A team of UVA researchers have discovered that female athletes are actually more likely to experience sports-related concussions than males. Learn more about their research. More »

7 Quick Questions: Meet Charlottesville Neurosurgeon Yashar Kalani

Megan Rowe   |   11/8/2017   |   People of UVA, Videos

Yashar Kalani, MD, just joined UVA's neurology and neurosurgery teams. He focuses on endovascular procedures and skull base conditions. More »

UVA Named Comprehensive Stroke Center

Eric Puffenbarger   |   9/1/2017   |   News & Events

UVA is now a Comprehensive Stroke Center, which means that our team is ready 24/7 to deliver the most advanced care for stroke and stroke complications. It places us in the top three percent for stroke care nationwide. More »

May is National Stroke Awareness Month

Erica Gregory   |   5/4/2017   |   Prevention, Videos

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Take the online stroke assessment to learn if you are at risk for stroke and discuss the results with your doctor. More »

Drinking Alcohol: Myths vs. Facts

Morgan Hembarsky   |   12/30/2016   |   Prevention

Ah, New Year’s Eve, we meet again. Before you pick up your next flute of bubbly, remind yourself to drink responsibility and know how to protect your body. More »

Loving Life: Winter Vim & Vigor

Eric Puffenbarger   |   11/21/2016   |   News & Events

Pam Barile suffered a massive stroke due to a brain aneurysm. The outlook didn't look good but with the support of her family, friends and medical team at UVA, Pam was able to beat the odds and make an inspiring recovery. More »

Surviving a Stroke: Larry’s Story

Megan Davis   |   9/29/2016   |   Patient Stories, Videos

The UVA Medical Center Stroke Team gave tPA, a clot-dissolving drug, just 19 minutes after Larry arrived at UVA through the Pegasus medevac helicopter. Watch his story. More »