In an historic achievement, UPMC and @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social clinician-scientists invented an experimental therapy that allowed liver transplant patients to remain off anti-rejection drugs for more than three years. More at tinyurl.com/tbjn8c3a
How do you safely manage antiseizure meds during pregnancy and postpartum? @upmc.com and @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social's Dr. Page Pennell shares insights from a large, multi-center study on the latest Neurology podcast from @GreenJournal. 🎧 www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpBR... #epilepsy #pregnancy #seizures
The expansion at Expedition Trail is bringing more specialty care to the Gettysburg area so patients can be seen closer to home and with shorter wait times.
UPMC hosted Empowered Esports, a monthly community gaming event for individuals of all ages with physical disabilities. These inclusive sessions feature accessible gaming stations, adaptive equipment, and opportunities for connection through play and friendly competition.
UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. and the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation unveiled a new Women’s Mobile Health Unit. Women’s health providers can use this unit to connect with women who face barriers in getting traditional care and provide the services they need five days a week.
A ‘Wicked’-ly wonderful acting troupe stops by UPMC Children’s to defy gravity and lift patient's spirits.
Pittsburgh’s North Hills residents now have access to the most sophisticated radiation oncology treatment at @upmchillmancc.bsky.social at UPMC Passavant, with the addition of a new, advanced linear accelerator (linac).
An exterior aerial photo of UPMC Washington.
UPMC Washington is expanding local access to advanced care with the launch of lung and kidney transplant evaluation services, helping patients complete evaluations closer to home while staying connected to their support systems.
Learn more: www.upmc.com/media/news/0...
Art Consultant, Renee Piechocki outlines some of the new public art installations featured at the Daniel G and Carole L Kamin Tower at UPMC Presbyterian and environmental artist Stacy Levy explains her installation.
(from left to right) Jonathan Atkinson, president of the Fraternal Association of Professional Paramedics Local 1; Amera A. Gilchrist, Pittsburgh EMS chief; Leslie Davis, president and CEO of UPMC; Corey O’Connor, Pittsburgh mayor; Sheldon Williams, Pittsburgh’s acting public safety director; and John McClory, Pittsburgh’s acting public works director pose for a photo in front of Medic 3, a 31-year-old rescue truck that has driven over 100,000 miles.
Caring for our community is part of who we are. On Thursday, UPMC pledged to commit $10 million to Pittsburgh’s Emergency Medical Services to expedite the replacement of lifesaving vehicles and equipment. @cityofpittsburgh.bsky.social @coreyoconnorpa.bsky.social
UPMC Magee‑Womens arrives at UPMC Washington. This expansion of UPMC Magee-Womens services provides communities surrounding Washington with convenient access to advanced women's health care that previously required traveling to Pittsburgh.
Pitt Dental Medicine's new digital dentistry labs put students on the front lines of cutting‑edge technology while giving patients access to the latest in modern dental care. @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social
This month, UPMC Schools of Nursing celebrated over 380 graduates across its 7 campuses. This milestone reflects UPMC's dedication to building a robust pipeline of future health care professionals. #UPMCNursing #NurseGraduation #FutureOfCare
Research from the University of Pittsburgh & UPMC
reveals signs of consciousness in brain injury patients who seem otherwise unresponsive. A breakthrough in understanding the brain’s hidden activity and what's possible for these patients. post-gazette.com/news/health/...
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Washington, Pa. recently unveiled a year-long renovation of a medical oncology office, deepening its commitment to providing world-class cancer care close to home.
More than 60 stroke survivors recently reunited with their care teams at the first-ever Stroke Survivors Reunion, hosted by UPMC Pinnacle Foundation and the UPMC Neurological Institute.
Thanks to a donation from @eyeandearpgh.bsky.social and Brother's Brother Foundation, clinicians, patients and advocates introduced the Communication Van, a mobile clinic offering hearing, speech, language, and voice care in the community. @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social
Congratulations to Dr. Anita Leon-Jhong, honored tonight by for her work at Allegheny CMS UPMC Health Clinic inside Pittsburgh Mercy’s Second Ave. Commons. Dr. Leon-Jhong is a tireless advocate for some of our most vulnerable neighbors, and we are so proud to celebrate her!
UPMC Rehabilitation Institute patient-turned-volunteer Jared Quinteros was among the community heroes honored at a dinner hosted by @governor.pa.gov Josh Shapiro. Watch the video to learn more about Jared’s journey and purpose.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sFX...
Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. Tragically, Travis Dunn, an Emergency Department technician at UPMC Altoona, was violently attacked by a patient. Mike Corso, president of UPMC Altoona, shares how we’re making our workplaces safer for everyone.
Who is that masked woman?! It’s the Pgh Arthritis Foundationn’s 2025 Medical Honoree, Dr. Gwendolyn Sowa. As Director of the @UPMC Rehabilitation Institute, Dr. Sowa is a passionate clinician, prolific researcher & dedicated mentor. Congrats! #arthritis #physicalmedicine
Congratulations to UPMC Children's Dr. Amy Houtrow, the winner of the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award from AAPMR! Read more about this fierce advocate for kids with disabilities on our blog. inside.upmc.com/upmc-pediatr... @houtrowmdphdmph.bsky.social
#disabilities #physicalmedicine #rehabmedicine
Grateful for our incredible team members at UPMC Passavant. Hearing stories like this reinforces what we do. triblive.com/aande/celebr...
Researchers are exploring how the brain adapts when hearing is lost in one ear, using advanced imaging to track changes before & after cochlear implants. How might the brain’s ability to rewire itself impact the success of implants? eyeandear.org/2025/07/sing...
Researchers are exploring how the brain adapts when hearing is lost in one ear, using advanced imaging to track changes before & after cochlear implants. How might the brain’s ability to rewire itself impact the success of implants? eyeandear.org/2025/07/sing...
Good Morning America visited @rnel-pitt.bsky.social to highlight groundbreaking research to restore a sense of touch to people with spine injuries www.goodmorningamerica.com/video/126828... via @pittdeptofmed.bsky.social #bci
Did you know that pregnancy can increase your risk of stroke or make migraines worse? UPMC Chief of Women’s Neurology Dr. Eliza Miller has more on the link between pregnancy and the brain. www.brainandlife.org/articles/und...
#pregnancy #neurology #womensneurology #brainhealth
Online companies are selling unregulated weight loss drugs. UPMC Obesity Medicine specialist Dr. Noor Khan talked with @MedPageToday about why this is so dangerous. www.medpagetoday.com/popmedicine/...
#weightloss #GLPs #weightlossdrugs
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2025 rookie class spread smiles at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. #steelers
Amputation from PAD isn’t inevitable. Dr. Lindsey Olivere & the @upmc.com team are bringing free vascular screenings to Pittsburgh’s underserved communities—because early detection saves limbs. Find out more: inside.upmc.com/preventing-l...
#PADAwareness #UPMC #CommunityCare
