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    3D Printing Adds a New Dimension to Medicine

    October 9, 2019

    Learn more about 3D printing and imaging and how it is helping UPMC surgeons. "If we can scan it, we can model it." Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Pancreatic Cancer, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: 3D printing, Chad Dehmer, imaging services, medical 3D printing, tumors, ultrasound, UPMC

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    Fibroid Treatment Options

    October 3, 2015

    Many women have uterine fibroids. Most don't cause any symptoms, but if yours do, you have a few fibroids treatment options. Learn more. Learn More

    Categorized as: Women's Health

    Tagged with: Fibroids, fibroids treatment, MRI, tumors, ultrasound, uterine fibroids, uterus fibroids

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    What to Expect During Amniocentesis

    May 2, 2015

    An amniocentesis detects chromosome abnormalities to predict conditions such as Downs Syndrome or cystic fibrosis, as well as other problems. Learn more. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: amniocentesis, anencephaly, Cystic fibrosis, genetic counselor, genetic disease, genetic test, maternal-fetal medicine, medical mondays, pregnancy tests, spina bifida, ultrasound

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    Video: Dr. Rabih Chaer Discusses Deep Vein Thrombosis

    March 15, 2015

    Learn more about deep vein thrombosis in this video featuring Rabih Chaer, MD. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: deep vein thrombosis, dvt, pulmonary embolism, symptoms of dvt, ultrasound, video

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    What’s Your Imaging IQ?

    January 26, 2015

    You have a pain in your side and your physician wants to investigate further with a CT scan. Learn about different imaging services and what they diagnose. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: ct scan, diagnostic mammogram, digital mammography, imaging, MRI, nuclear medicine, PET-CT, screening mammogram, ultrasound

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    Breast Cancer Symptoms You Can’t Feel

    October 3, 2014

    Do you know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer? During this October, brush up on your knowledge for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn More

    Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health

    Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer awareness month, cancer symptoms, digital mammography, ductal carcinoma, lobular carcinoma, Magee-Womens High-Risk Breast Cancer Program, magnetic resonance imaging, mammogram, mammography, minimally invasive breast biopsy, MRI, symptoms of breast cancer, ultrasound, women's cancer

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    What Are the Types of Thyroid Disorders?

    August 30, 2014

    Around 27 million people in the U.S. are affected by thyroid disorders. Learn what the thyroid does and discover symptoms and causes of thyroid disorders. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: constipation, ct scan, depression, endocrinologist, fatigue, Hashimoto's disease, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, joint pain, Multidisciplinary Thyroid Center, thyroid and common disorders, thyroid disorders, thyroid nodules, tiredness, ultrasound, weight gain

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    Testicular Cancer Awareness

    April 7, 2014

    April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and time to learn what to look for. Learn more about testicular cancer, it's symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: Amanda Haynes, cancer awareness, cancer survivor, chemotherapy, Greg Haynes, patient story, radiation therapy, testicular cancer, testicular cancer awareness, ultrasound

    Greg, Testicular Cancer Patient Story
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    Why Receive an Imaging Exam?

    January 19, 2014

    Learn more about imaging exams, including both diagnostic and screening, and discover when you should expect to need to visit an imaging center. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

    Tagged with: breast imaging, breast ultrasound, CT, diagnostic exam, imaging exam, mammogram, MRI, nuclear medicine, obstetric ultrasound, PET, screening exam, ultrasound, x-ray

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