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Tammy Foy developed a puzzling condition that caused her right arm to become incredibly fatigued. After several visits to different specialists, she was diagnosed with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Read how Dr. Charlton-Ouw, vascular surgeon, was able to help.

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Stage IV cancer: a story of hope & triumph “My cardiologist took a blood test, and it was based on the iron in my blood,” Andy Danielson says. “It said I was losing blood, and he looked at me and said, ‘I believe you have cancer. You need a colonoscopy.’” Read more of Andy's story on facing stage IV colon cancer.
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Miriam’s story: journey to sound A Houston college student experiences life-changing moment with help from a UT Physicians audiologist.
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Winnie’s story: from blockage to life-saving new procedure New minimally invasive prevention procedure uses a special system designed to reduce the risk of stroke during the insertion of a stent.
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Caregiver support crucial for mental health UT Physicians Center for Health Aging - Bellaire offers group support to people caring for loved ones during a session called New Reflections.
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How I got my life back after weight loss surgery After trying to lose weight unsuccessfully with fad diets and exercise, 63-year-old Gary Johnson heard about a procedure from a friend that would melt away the pounds. He headed to Houston to meet with Dr. Todd Wilson for a consultation that would be life changing.
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Preventative care saves Houstonian Each year, an estimated 70,000 people will be diagnosed with oral, head and neck cancers. UT Physicians otorhinolaryngologists are working to educate the public about these types of cancers and how early detection is the key to survival.
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Michelle’s story—seizing a cure Louisiana resident Michelle Hernandez spent most of her life searching for a way to control her seizures caused by epilepsy. Her journey led her to UT Physicians and Dr. Giridhar Kalamangalam. Her life has now been forever changed.
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Early detection key to cancer survival During a routine well visit at the new UT Physicians Community Health & Wellness Center – Rosenberg, a local woman receives test orders that lead to a breast cancer diagnosis.
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Back in the water and rowing strong again