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April 30, 2012

Renewal of Hope
Jefferson Patient Undergoes Rare Liver Auto-Transplant

Now cancer free thanks to surgery, Suzanne "Su" Wilkinson Davis looks forward to the future.

Crafting Cancer Care to Fit the Needs of Elders

Lung cancer struck Edward Celkos hard at 83 years of age. An individualized treatment plan developed by the multidisciplinary team at the Senior Adult Oncology Center got the South Jersey man back on his feet.

Wound Care Program at Jefferson: Q&A with Dr. Perez

Six million people in the U.S. are affected by chronic wounds each year. Dr. Alejandro Perez of the Wound Care Program in South Philadelphia answers some common questions about diagnosis and treatment.

Understanding and Preventing Urinary Tract Infections

UTIs account for more than seven million physician visits, and more than one million hospital admissions annually. A Jefferson nurse practitioner explains why they occur and offers tips for preventing these pesky infections.

The Daily Dose @Jefferson

New Melanoma Treatments

Recent news of two new drugs that received regulatory approval brings hope to late-stage melanoma patients.

Health eCooking

Quinoa Risotto

This easy risotto recipe substitutes rice with healthy quinoa. Try it next time you're looking for an easy side dish.

Resources

Epilepsy Treatment

In this video, a Jefferson neurologist explains the signs and symptoms of epilepsy, its risks and options for treatment.