Our patient stories profile a number of UPMC Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery patients. Although everyone’s care experience is unique, we hope that sharing these stories will help other prospective patients and their families better understand these procedures and their potential benefits.
Seeing his son, Seth, in severe pain due to intestinal distress caused by Crohn’s disease, Joe Leone turned to the experts at UPMC for treatment. Despite living more than two hours away from Pittsburgh, Seth was able to conveniently receive the care he needed via telemedicine, up until it was time for surgery.
Months after a delayed colonoscopy, Cindy found out she had a 4.9 cm tumor. It was then that she received the recommendation to seek cancer care at UPMC.
Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 16 years old, William Hagarman went nearly 20 years without many health issues. But after losing his appetite - and weight - in 2023, he was referred to UPMC, where he was able to conveniently use video visits to meet with his doctor until it was time for surgery.
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