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What are some of the most common symptoms of menopause, and what are some potential options for dealing with them? Learn more from Dr. JoAnn Pinkerton, a UVA expert in menopause.

Midwives are probably best known for helping women with childbirth, but they provide a wide range of care for women. Learn more from Kate Becker, a certified nurse midwife at UVA.

Why should you consider becoming an organ donor? Learn more from Dr. Ken Brayman, a UVA specialist in transplant surgery.

Innovations in minimally invasive heart surgery are providing additional treatment options for patients. Learn more from Dr. Gorav Ailawadi, a UVA expert in minimally invasive surgery.

While you may hear about voice problems encountered by singers, people in a variety of fields who use their voices extensively can encounter ear, nose and throat problems. Learn more – including what you can do to protect your voice – from Dr. James Daniero, a UVA expert in voice conditions.

Coronary artery bypass grafts, or CABG, are among the most common heart surgeries. What can you expect as a patient during one of these procedures? Learn from Dr. John Kern, a UVA expert in heart surgery.

If you’re a dental patient with complex health needs – such as cancer or heart disease – should you consider a dental practice based at an academic medical center? Learn more from Dr. Thomas Leinbach, a UVA expert in dentistry.

Your eyes need constant moisture in order to help keep them healthy. If your eyes aren't producing enough tears or moisture, you could suffer from chronic dry eye which its symptoms include burning, stinging, itchy eyes, excessive mucous, sensitivity to smoke and wind, difficulty wearing contacts, and excessive tearing. Unfortunately even though lasik surgery can help correct eyes with poor eye sight, after the surgery it can cause your eyes to become dry and irritable. What treatment options are available? Learn more from Dr. Jeffrey Golen, a UVA ophthalmologist who specializes in treating cataracts.

What causes Achilles Tendon ruptures, and what is the recovery like? Learn from Dr. Truitt Cooper, a UVA expert in foot, ankle and leg injuries.

Your eye is a complex and delicate organ, and working on it requires a high level of expertise. Whether you need the removal of a stye or a tumor, you should trust your eyes to the most skilled hands. An annual eye exam is crucial to good eye health. Learn from Evan Kaufman, OD, a board-certified optometrist at UVA Health about the importance of good eye care.

How can a herniated disc affect your back, and what treatments are available? Learn more from Dr. Hamid Hassanzadeh, a UVA expert in spine surgery.

Ex vivo lung perfusion is a leading-edge technique designed to make more lungs suitable for transplant, making it possible for more patients to receive a lifesaving lung transplant. Learn more about this technique from Dr. Mark Roeser, a UVA specialist in lung transplants.

A permanent pacemaker is a heart rhythm device implanted through a minor surgery.You're usually a candidate for a pacemaker if you have an abnormally slow heart rate with symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath, lightheadedness or passing out.Could a pacemaker help you better cope with a heart rhythm condition? Learn more from Dr. Mike Mangrum, a UVA specialist in heart rhythm disorders.

Many people associate palliative care with end-of-life care, but it can help a much wider array of patients. Learn more from Dr. Leslie Blackhall, a UVA expert in palliative care.

Vascular lesions are not always harmful; birthmarks, for instance, are a type of vascular lesion. Learn when vascular lesions should be a cause for concern from Dr. Barrett Zlotoff, a UVA dermatologist who specializes in these lesions.

When does your sprained ankle need rest and ice, and when do you need to see a doctor? Learn more from Dr. Winston Gwathmey, a UVA expert in sports medicine whose specialties include foot and ankle injuries.

Do you know how old your heart is? If it’s older than you – based on conditions such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure – you’re at higher risk for heart disease and stroke. Learn more about how to live a heart-healthy lifestyle from Dr. Brandy Patterson, a UVA specialist in cardiology.

What can athletes do to reduce their risk for tennis elbow? What treatments are available for those suffering from tennis elbow? Learn more from Dr. Nicole Deal, a UVA expert in elbow injuries.

Approximately one-third of patients with depression don’t respond to standard treatments. Learn more about an alternative treatment called transcranial magnet stimulation, or TMS, from Dr. David Hamilton, a UVA psychiatrist who specializes in this treatment.

Stem cell transplants can help patients with certain blood cancers, including leukemia. Learn more about the process and who can be considered for a stem cell transplant from Dr. Michael Keng, a UVA expert in hematology.