UVA Digestive Health at Primary Care Center

12/02/2025

Meet Simon Telian, MD, a cancer surgeon. He cares for people with a range of cancers, including breast, melanoma, endocrine, and gastrointestinal.

💬 Get to know him personally at https://bit.ly/48AXVnD

12/01/2025

11/30/2025

11/30/2025

"As someone with a science background, I particularly appreciated that Haley engaged me on a level that respected my knowledge and never oversimplified my care. She explained my condition and the interventions with clarity and honesty, fostering trust and encouraging my involvement in the care process."

's DAISY Foundation is a nursing-specific award created to honor extraordinary care. We're proud to honor Haley Rhodes, BSN, RN, who provided care for a patient and their daughter following a stay in the ICU. 🌼 The patient who nominated Haley described her approach to care as "transformative. She embodies the very spirit of nursing — combining professional excellence with extraordinary kindness and intuition."

11/28/2025

"We laughed together, were comforted during the tougher moments, and covered with empathy. We were able to openly discuss our thoughts and collaborate as a true team with one goal: to ensure my father-in-law was kept comfortable and that his wishes were completely respected and honored. Sarah made every request happen and advocated intensely."

's DAISY Foundation is a nursing-specific award created to honor extraordinary care. We're proud to honor Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) nurse Sarah Sweeney, BSN, RN, who provided care for a patient and their family as they navigated a rapid health decline. 🌼 The family member who nominated Sarah (a former nurse) described her as "a ray of light ... [handling] each situation with grace, wisdom, and fierce compassion."

11/27/2025

To salute the dedication and service of our more than 18,000 team members as the holidays get under way, we're donating $37,500 to four nonprofits in Charlottesville, Culpeper and Northern Virginia.

♥️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/44qUqxD

11/26/2025

Years of groundbreaking research that began at UVA School of Medicine have culminated in FDA approval of ziftomenib—a critical new treatment for patients with acute myeloid leukemia, one of the deadliest forms of blood cancers.

This achievement represents the power of translational research. The work started in 2007 with Drs. Jolanta Grembecka and Tomasz Cierpicki at UVA, working alongside Dr. John Bushweller. Their discoveries were licensed in 2014 and have now reached patients who previously had no good treatment options.

"UVA has founded the Manning Institute specifically to advance exactly this type of important research," bit said Mark Esser, PhD, head and chief scientific officer of UVA's Paul and Diane Manning Institute of Biotechnology. "We are accelerating the development of new treatment and cures for the most complex and difficult diseases to benefit patients everywhere."

11/25/2025

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women. But with the right screening, it does not have to be.

Nurse practitioner Aimee Strong explains how LDCT (low-dose CT) scans can help find lung cancer before symptoms appear. The scan is quick, painless and covered by most insurance.

Your health matters. Your time matters. Early detection can make all the difference. 🧡

Learn more about UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center's lung cancer screening program: https://bit.ly/48r3Pqi

11/24/2025

Looking for an excuse to avoid that early-morning Thanksgiving prep? There's still time to register for the Boar's Head Resort Turkey Trot, which benefits our patient care and support services.

Sign up at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/VA/Charlottesville/BoarsHeadTurkeyTrot.

11/23/2025

Meet nurse practitioner William Lombardi, who treats patients recovering from strokes and traumatic brain injuries. Read his answers to our 7 Quick Questions: https://bit.ly/4oVgvgd

11/21/2025

Are you a girls’ girl for yourself, too? 💖

You never forget to check in on your besties — but don’t forget to check in on you. Your health deserves the same care, attention and kindness you give everyone else.

We offer one of the most comprehensive ranges of women’s health services in the region, so you can feel confident you’re getting the care you need, close to home.

Learn more and take that step for yourself today: https://bit.ly/485Yft5

11/20/2025

When a child living in the Greenstone on 5th Apartments in Charlottesville asked Vickie Marsh, UVA Health Population Health project manager, for a bicycle — she sprang into action. 🚴‍♂️💨

This past Monday, we brought together several community partners to get kids some new wheels. Charlottesville Community Bikes donated bicycles through their voucher program, UVA Parking and Transportation provided refurbished bike racks, and the Charlottesville Police Department donated bike helmets and bike locks and provided on-site safety training.

We're proud that Vickie saw an opportunity to meet a need and strengthen relationships both in the community and with other local organizations, supporting our dream of cultivating healthy communities and belonging for all.