MORGANTOWN – WVU medical researchers are developing a home sleep apnea testing device that could open doors for more to get tested – benefiting them as patients, […]
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Fairmont Medical Center completes renovation of 3rd floor, reopens all patient rooms there
FAIRMONT — WVU Medicine has completed renovations on the third floor of Fairmont Medical Center – acute patient care rooms – and reopened the full floor this […]
WVU Medicine Children’s implants first intrathecal baclofen pump to treat spasticity
by WVU Medicine WVU Medicine Children’s pediatric neurosurgeons implanted the hospital’s first SynchroMed III™ intrathecal drug delivery system for children with severe spasticity. Spasticity occurs when a […]
Rosenbaum Family House celebrates 25 years of serving WVU Medicine patients, families
In July, the Rosenbaum Family House (RFH) will celebrate 25 years of operation and 10 years at its current location on the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital campus. […]
WVU Medicine recognizes Hospitals Against Violence Day
WVU Medicine joined the American Hospital Association (AHA) in recognizing Hospitals Against Violence (HAV) Day, annually observed on the first Friday in June. Now in its […]
WVU to host social support group for teen girls with autism, inspiring confidence and independence
University of Kansas has held its research-based Girls Night Out (GNO) program since 2008, providing vital life skills to girls and women with developmental disabilities for nearly […]
WVU Medicine holds ribbon cutting on new Outpatient Rehabilitation Center
MORGANTOWN – WVU Medicine cut the ribbon on Thursday on its new Outpatient Rehabilitation Center at University Town Centre, adjacent to its outpatient clinic building. The $30 […]
Seven interns graduate from WVU Hospitals’ Project SEARCH program
MORGANTOWN – WVU Hospitals celebrated its fourth graduating class of Project SEARCH interns on Wednesday. Seven students completed this year’s program and six attended the ceremony to […]
New report highlights racial and social barriers to cancer care, offers call to action to address disparities
MORGANTOWN – While significant progress is being made in the prevention and treatment of cancer, socioeconomic and racial/ethnic barriers mean not everyone has adequate access to care. […]
Student volunteers continue ‘candy striper’ legacy at WVU Hospitals, prepare for a future in medicine
In the mid-1900s, bright-eyed teenagers donned red-and-white striped pinafores as they handled paperwork, transported lab samples and assisted patients with daily activities under the supervision of experienced […]
