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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

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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

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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