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WVU United Hospital Center Offering Innovative Robotic Technology for Knee, Hip Replacement
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC) is the latest hospital in West Virginia to expand its robotic surgery capabilities by providing total knee and hip replacements using the fourth generation Mako robotic-assisted surgical system—Mako 4 SmartRobotics™. This technology transforms the way joint replacements are performed by surgeons leading to a more personalized surgical experience.
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UPMC begins construction on specialty care complex
Pittsburgh-based UPMC began construction on a specialty care complex in Butler, Pa., that is expected to open in early 2027. Plans for the location include specialty physician services, expanded diagnostic imaging and surgical offerings through strategic partnerships, according to an Aug. 31 press release from the health system. Physicians and...
Lancaster Eagle-Gazette
Adena Health finalizes acquisition of Fairfield Medical Center
LANCASTER − Adena Health finalized its acquisition of Fairfield Medical Center on Sept. 1, renaming the hospital Adena Fairfield Medical Center . The Chillicothe-based health system completed the deal during a signing ceremony at the Lancaster campus. Financial terms were not disclosed. "Our mission calls us to serve our communities," Adena President and CEO Kathi Edrington said. "And we believe more people will live and work here. They deserve access to high-quality care. That belief has always guided Adena in what we do and our mission. "And it helps bring us all together today. Fairfield Medical Center has a very long history of caring for people in this community. We understand the importance of that local connection and we are committed to building on that." Will there be cuts or closures? Edrington said there are no planned job cuts and Adena plans on adding jobs. "One of the things that we found through this entire process was to grow our services," Edrington said. "We'll need to be adding positions in certain areas." She also said there are no plans now to consolidate any services or close any buildings in either Lancaster or Chillicothe. "We believe that all of our markets
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Lawsuit blames Squirrel Hill rehab center for elderly man’s death after ‘profound’ hypothermia
A Pittsburgh woman is suing a Squirrel Hill rehabilitation center alleging that her husband died after being found hypothermic earlier this year when the heat in his room was not working properly. Tina Williams of the Hill District filed the wrongful death suit in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court on...
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Cardiac Surgeons at AHN Allegheny General First in Pennsylvania to Implant New Device for the Treatment of Aortic Arch Disease
(Pittsburgh, PA) Cardiac surgeons at Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) announced today that they are the first in Pennsylvania to implant the investigational Arcevo™ LSA hybrid stent graft device as part of a clinical trial, ARTIZEN sponsored by Artivion, evaluating its safety and effectiveness in patients with certain aortic arch conditions, specifically aortic arch dissections (aortic tears) and aneurysms.
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Adena Health to Finalize Acquisition of Fairfield Medical Center at Tuesday Signing Ceremony
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Adena Health and Fairfield Medical Center leadership will gather in Lancaster on Tuesday, September 1, to host a formal signing ceremony finalizing Adena’s acquisition of the Lancaster-based health system. The ceremony will mark the completion of a multi-month integration process that began in June 2026,...
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Health officials recommend reviewing vaccinations ahead of back-to-school
WHEELING W.Va. (WTRF) – As students settle back into the classroom, health officials are reminding families to review their children’s vaccination records and make sure they meet school requirements. Because students spend much of the day together, illnesses can spread quickly through classrooms and into their homes. Adults are also encouraged to review their records […]
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WVU Heart and Vascular Institute marks 10 years of cardiovascular care
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) -The WVU Heart and Vascular Institute is celebrating a decade of advancing cardiovascular care. Physicians gathered Friday to reflect on how the institute has grown and where it’s headed next. When the Heart and Vascular Institute first opened, its leaders set out to keep West Virginians...
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Faye Carroll is the UHC August 2026 iCARE Recipient
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC) is excited to announce that this month’s iCARE Award was presented to Faye Carroll, LPN, for being recognized by patients/families for exceeding expectations and motivating others to emulate his following attributes:. C=Connect with Patients. A=Anticipate Needs. R=Respond with Kindness. E=Exceed expectations. Faye was...
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UHC Surgeon Celebrates 3,000 Robotic Surgeries
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center (UHC) proudly recognizes Sugam B. Vasani, MD, general surgeon with UHC General Surgery, for achieving a major milestone: 3,000 robotic-assisted surgeries. “Reaching 3,000 robotic-assisted surgeries is a milestone that reflects years of dedication to advancing minimally invasive care for our patients,” said Sugam B. Vasani,...
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Free medical clinic offers care in Wheeling
Wheeling, W.Va (WTRF) – A free medical clinic opened Friday at WesBanco Arena, offering no-cost medical, dental and vision care to residents across the Upper Ohio Valley. Newbridge Church is partnering with Samaritan’s Purse to host the clinic from Aug. 21 through Aug. 23. Doctors and other medical professionals are on-site to assist patients throughout […]
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WVU dental school cuts ribbon on first phase of renovations, adds 4 clinics
Morgantown-based West Virginia School of Dentistry cut the ribbon on a new clinical space, according to an Aug. 19 report from MetroNews. The renovation adds four new dental clinics, which include orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, a dental innovation center and the school’s dental group practice. The upgrades were funded by...
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Wheeling discussing drainage expansion, diversion to ease Elm Grove flooding
WHEELING, W.Va. — After repeated heavy rains left water backing up into basements and other areas in Elm Grove, Wheeling officials say a fix may finally be taking shape at a trouble spot in the Elm Terrace parking lot. Officials say the flooding problem is coming from rain running...