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Midstate Medical Moment: Understanding Brain Tumors
Midstate Medical Moment: Understanding Brain TumorsJohn Braca, M.D., chief, department of neurosurgery, UPMC Neurological Institute Brain tumors may seem uncommon, but they still affect millions of people each year. While a brain tumor diagnosis can be scary, recent advancements in medicine and surgical technology mean there are more personalized and precise treatment options today than ever before. Q: Who is most at risk for a brain tumor? The common age range for brain tumor diagnoses is between 55 and
UPMC in Central Pennsylvania Ranks Among America's Top Hospitals for Heart Attack Care
UPMC in Central Pennsylvania Ranks Among America's Top Hospitals for Heart Attack Care HARRISBURG, PA. (September 10, 2026) – Five UPMC hospitals in central Pennsylvania have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2026. UPMC Carlisle, UPMC Hanover, UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC Memorial and UPMC West Shore are among only 350 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. “Being recognized among the nation's top-performing hospitals
UPMC Harrisburg Recognized as Gold-Level Center of Excellence Designation for ECMO Program
UPMC Harrisburg Recognized as Gold-Level Center of Excellence Designation for ECMO Program HARRISBURG, PA. (Aug. 31, 2026) – UPMC Harrisburg has been awarded the prestigious ELSO Gold Center of Excellence designation for 2027. The Award from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) recognizes hospitals and medical centers around the world that demonstrate exceptional commitment to evidence-based processes and quality measures, staff training and continuing education, patient satisfaction and
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