UPMC Children’s in Harrisburg Launches Child-Friendly MRI Experience with Support from Dunkin’ Foundation
HARRISBURG, Pa., July 2, 2025 –UPMC Children’s in Harrisburg with support from the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, introduced a new MRI simulator and cinema system for pediatric patients. This innovative technology helps children prepare for critical MRI scans without the need for anesthesia, transforming what can be a scary medical moment into something calming. By projecting engaging visuals and creating a more relaxing environment, the system helps kids feel empowered and supported throughout their care
UPMC Cardiologists Offering New Procedure for Hard-To-Treat High Blood Pressure
Harrisburg, Pa. (June 24, 2025) — UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. is offering new hope to patients with hard-to-treat high blood pressure through a procedure called renal denervation. The treatment, which is meant to lower blood pressure in those with resistant hypertension, was first performed at UPMC Harrisburg on June 20. The two patients to receive the treatment are doing well and recovering at home. Renal denervation is a new treatment option for resistant hypertension that
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Launches Groundbreaking BiTE Therapy Program, Bringing Advanced Cancer Treatment to Central Pennsylvania
Support from UPMC Pinnacle Foundation helps eliminate financial barriers for local patients HARRISBURG, Pa. (June 25, 2025) – UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. with the support of the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation recently launched the region's first Bispecific T-cell Engager (BiTE) therapy. This innovative immunotherapy program, approved by the FDA, represents a significant advancement in the treatment of small cell lung cancer and certain hematologic cancers, such as multiple myeloma and
UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. Earns National Distinction for Excellence in Adult Cardiac Surgery Outcomes
HARRISBURG, PA. (June 23, 2025) – The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. has been awarded the highest possible rating of three stars by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) in four out of six total categories for patient care and outcomes, including: Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)Combined Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting and Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR+CABG)Isolated Mitral Valve Replacement/Repair (MVRR)Multi-procedural composite measures, which involves a combination
UPMC Offers Innovative Treatment for Metastatic Liver Cancer
HARRISBURG, Pa. (JUNE 18, 2025) – UPMC Central PA Surgical Oncology now offers a specialized treatment called hepatic arterial infusion (HAI) pump therapy for patients living with either metastatic cancer to the liver or cancers arising in the liver. Samer AlMasri, M.D., surgical oncologist, performed the first HAI pump procedure at UPMC West Shore in May, joined by his partner, Kyo Chu, M.D., director, UPMC Central PA Surgical Oncology. The patient has recovered well and is now receiving therapy through
Pennsylvania Perinatal Quality Collaborative Recognizes UPMC Hanover for Excellence in Maternal Care Initiatives
HANOVER, PA. June 16, 2025 – UPMC Hanover has been recognized with four gold designations for its excellence in quality improvement initiatives focusing on maternal care by the Pennsylvania Perinatal Quality Collaborative (PA PQC). A gold designation signifies a hospital's proven commitment to health equity and patient voice in their quality improvement work. UPMC Hanover's four gold designations recognize its work in establishing multidisciplinary teams that have demonstrated improvements in
