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Sep 23, 2024As a Hospital, we take ownership of our potential as a community of healers. We feel empowered to fight against the climate crisis and connect through our shared love of gardening and stewardship.
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Sep 16, 2024An ALS diagnosis shocked Justin, but receiving progressive care at the ALS Center at Emory Healthcare has helped him maximize his quality of life.
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Sep 9, 2024Prescription weight loss medicines, like Ozempic, are helping people lose as much as 20% of their body weight. They’re providing results—and also hope.
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Aug 21, 2024When pain meds could no longer control her chronic back pain and sciatica, Nancy sought spine care at Emory Healthcare to regain her active lifestyle.
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Aug 12, 2024Toniya, a 39-year-old mother and physical therapist, knew it was a cardiac event when she had sudden chest pains while driving. Learn how family, faith and her team of Emory cardiology experts got her through.
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Aug 6, 2024Dr. Amadeus Mason is the U.S. Olympic Track & Field team physician. His sports medicine expertise at Emory helps him care for athletes in Paris.
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Jul 23, 2024Sarcomas are rare cancers that begin in bones or soft tissues like muscles, fat, blood vessels or nerves. Because they are rare and there are many different types, they need special care for diagnosis and treatment.
Patient Stories
Alge Crumpler: Remaking of A Pro
A four-time All-Pro tight end with an NFL career spanning a decade with the Falcons, Patriots, Titans and Jaguars, Alge Crumpler was a legend on and off the field.
Alge, 44, built a reputation as a leader at his position and a leader among his teammates. However, like many elite athletes, he struggled to make the transition from the field to post-professional play life