A digital prosthetic eye for the 21st century March 17, 2021 | Valerie Elwell UCI researchers have harnessed digital technology and deep-learning neural networks to develop a next-generation eye prosthetic that can match the... Read More Tags eye breakthroughs patient stories
Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for pregnant women? February 23, 2021 | Valerie Elwell Because pregnant women are at greater risk for complications from COVID-19, they should seriously consider getting vaccinated, says Dr. Carol... Read More Tags Covid-19 breastfeeding pregnancy newborn
Incision-less procedure saves esophageal cancer patient’s life February 12, 2021 | Valerie Elwell Esophageal cancer patient praises his UCI Health team for an incision-less endoscopic procedure that spared him from life-altering surgery. Read More Tags cancer digestive health patient stories men's health
Surviving brain cancer December 17, 2020 | Valerie Elwell Lorin Jensen has survived 13 years with a deadly brain tumor thanks to the relentless efforts of pioneering UCI Health neuro-oncologist Dr. Daniela... Read More Tags brain cancer clinical trials breakthroughs
Heart patient gets life-saving implant Woman receives first LVAD implant in Orange County November 24, 2020 | Valerie Elwell When the best medical therapies couldn’t stop her heart condition from worsening, Elizabeth Vayssie received a life-saving implant from... Read More Tags breakthroughs heart health
COVID-19 doesn't have to spoil Halloween October 23, 2020 | Valerie Elwell We may be living through a pandemic, but there are still creative, fun ways to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos and stay safe, says Dr.... Read More Tags Covid-19 hand washing health tips holidays infections kids' health parenting party prevention viruses