Carolyn Pennington


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Patient Gives ‘Thumbs Up’ for Wide Awake Hand Surgery

The numbness and tingling in her hands kept Lena Knowles up at night. Watch the video to learn how UConn Health orthopedic surgeon Joel Ferreira was able to relieve her carpal tunnel pain with a procedure that minimally impacted her active lifestyle.

The original patient tower, left, and the new tower that together make up UConn John Dempsey Hospital. (Janine Gelineau/UConn Health Photo)

Hospital Tower at UConn Health Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary

University Tower at UConn Health is celebrating its one-year anniversary. Watch the video to relive the big moments.

Young Heart Attack Survivor: ‘Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs’

Thirty-six year old Brad Lauer, a heart attack survivor, thanks UConn Health for a complete recovery and says even if you're young - don't ignore the warning signs of a heart attack.

ELSI Conference 2017

UConn Health/JAX to Host International Conference on Genomics and Ethics

A three-day international conference focusing on the ethical, legal and social implications of genomic research will be held June 5 - 7 on the UConn Health/JAX campus.

Kim DeGumbia talks with Dr. Danielle Luciano about the minimally invasive procedure she underwent at UConn Health. (Photo by Frank Barton)

Patient ‘Feels Like New Woman’ After Minimally Invasive Procedure

She’d been suffering for months but the usual treatments didn’t help. So Kim DeGumbia turned to Dr. Danielle Luciano at UConn Health, a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology. Now Kim is feeling great and back to her normal routine. Watch the video to learn more about the benefits of minimally invasive surgery.

Howard Tennen Wins Faculty Recognition Award

UConn Health’s Board of Directors has named Howard Tennen, Ph.D., the 2017 winner of its Faculty Recognition Award. A Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in the Departments of Community Medicine and Health Care and Psychiatry, he joined UConn Health faculty 39 years ago.

Medical School Spring Awards Announced

The UConn School of Medicine held its annual Spring Awards Night ceremony on Monday, April 24. The awards recognize faculty, staff and students in the first through third years of medical school.

UConn Center on Aging Celebrates 30 Years

Since its founding in 1986, the UConn Center on Aging has become a national leader in advanced research, clinical trials, patient care, and medical education. Watch the video to learn how the Center is at the forefront of promoting health and independence as you age.

Former UConn Softball Star Hits Homer for Her Health

Former student athlete Mandy Simjian learned important lessons as a star softball player at UConn. Now that mental toughness is helping the 37-year-old make some difficult decisions as she's treated for breast cancer. Watch the video to learn how UConn Health is helping Mandy win the biggest game of her life.

Patient’s Voice Restored Thanks to His Own Fat Cells

After years of having difficulty speaking because of a damaged vocal cord, Ed Favolise had his voice restored thanks to an unlikely source. Watch the video to see how UConn Health’s team of experts used Favolise’s own fat cells from his abdomen to repair his vocal cord and restore his quality of life.