UVA Dialysis-Amherst

05/21/2026

Connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) are challenging to diagnose and manage. One myth: Hypermobile EDS, where people experience extreme flexibility due to very loose joints, isn’t as serious as other forms of EDS.

Recently, UVA Health EDS expert Dacre Knight, MD, joined Bendy Bodies podcast founder Linda Bluestein, MD, to talk about the myths surrounding hypermobile EDS and chronic pain.

🎙️ Listen to the podcast now: https://bit.ly/4nmifPq

05/19/2026

May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! For Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients, losing the ability to speak can be devastating — affecting care AND wellbeing.

At University Medical Center in Charlottesville, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are dedicated to restoring communication for patients silenced by ventilators or illness. By implementing innovative solutions and collaborating with care teams, they empower patients to express pain, make important decisions, and connect with loved ones when it matters most.

🗣️ Learn more about our SLP services at https://bit.ly/4dQFVbv

05/15/2026

The Virginia Department of Health has announced a measles outbreak in Buckingham County, with 12 confirmed cases as of May 13. Learn more and find out what to do if you’ve been exposed: https://bit.ly/48YfGNK

05/14/2026

As part of our commitment to improving patient access, we’re launching Virtual Primary Care On Demand. Use your phone or computer from anywhere in Virginia to do a video visit with a primary care provider (P*P).

This new service includes:

💙 Long-term primary care or a temporary option until you can establish care with an in-person P*P
🧡 Same-day and immediate care
💙 Evening and weekend hours

Learn more and make an appointment: https://bit.ly/3PEqcTJ

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

A sweeping international study has identified ways to detect patients who are at serious risk of sudden death, heart failure or other dangerous outcomes from heart thickening known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The findings will help save lives while also sparing low-risk patients from unneeded heart implants.

The researchers found that combining advanced heart imaging with blood test data could improve their ability to determine who is at greatest risk.

🫀 Learn more at https://bit.ly/4dDTQS6

05/12/2026

☀️ 🛶 33 years ago, UVA Health occupational therapist Leslie Baruch helped launch Central Virginia Burn Camp, a free week-long camp for kids ages 7-17 who have survived serious burns. It gives campers the opportunity to make friends and experience the fun and adventures of summer camp in a supportive environment.

Today, Leslie (third from left) is still involved with the camp as a director and volunteers for it every summer. Many of our other occupational and physical therapists also give their time to volunteer at the camp.

This year's camp is June 7-13, and it's outer space themed! 🚀 Learn more and apply: https://vaburncamp.org/

05/11/2026

A sweeping clinical trial at UVA Health and more than 150 other sites has identified how best to prevent strokes and save lives in patients with dangerous narrowing of the large blood vessels that provide oxygen to the brain.

“We now know that in patients with severe carotid stenosis who are without symptoms can benefit from carotid artery stenting,” said Avery Evans, MD, a UVA Health interventional neuroradiologist. “This treatment can help prevent stroke in a large number of patients who suffer from narrowing of the carotid arteries.”

🩺 Learn more at https://bit.ly/4tp21Xq

05/11/2026

When Susan had a nightmare, she jumped out of bed and broke her rib — but her X-rays revealed something even worse. She had adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer. She started treatment at UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Learn more about how we treat lung cancer: https://bit.ly/4tp3Tzm

05/10/2026

Meet ophthalmologist Marc Odrich, MD. He uses laser vision surgery, including LASIK, to correct eye conditions, including nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness, and astigmatism.

❓Get to know more about Dr. Odrich and his clinical approach at https://bit.ly/4niDotW

05/07/2026

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women. But traditional coronary angiography, a test commonly used to detect heart disease, can miss some diagnoses of specific types of heart disease that reduce blood flow to the heart, especially those more common in women.

We were the first health system in Virginia to use a new comprehensive test called coronary function testing. It gives doctors a more complete picture of how the heart’s blood vessels are working, rather than only detecting blockages in the coronary arteries.

❤️ Learn more about coronary function testing at https://bit.ly/49wHhFI

04/16/2026

Our phone lines are currently down if you need to reach the unit please call 434-907-3126.

03/19/2026

🚨🚨New scam alert🚨🚨
Please see Jennifer if you have any questions!

SCAM WARNING...
See the image attached. Many citizens are getting this via text message.
It may appear official and even includes court information.

QR codes nor text messages will ever be sent to you by the court system in asking for money.

Never use the phone number on the message. Google the agency and get the correct number to call and check for yourself.

Don't scan unknown QR codes.

Do not provide your personal or financial information.
Help us spread the word to protect our community.

If you have given money to one of these scams, please call us to file a report and then call your bank.

01/27/2026

Unit will be operating on regular schedule Wednesday January 28th

01/26/2026

The unit will open at 8 AM on Tuesday January 27!

01/23/2026

The unit is closed for Monday January 26,2026. If you have any questions staff will be at the unit Saturday and Tuesday, 434-946-0089

02/19/2025

❄️❄️❄️❄️Due to the weather the unit will be opening at 8 AM on Thursday 2/20. Please call the unit at 434-946-0089 with any questions. Stay safe! ❄️❄️❄️❄️

02/11/2025

❄️❄️❄️❄️Due to the weather the unit will be opening at 8 AM on Wednesday 2/12. Please call the unit at 434-946-0089 with any questions. Stay safe! ❄️❄️❄️❄️

01/06/2025

❄️❄️❄️❄️Due to the inclement weather the unit will be opening at 8 AM tomorrow, Tuesday January 7, 2025. Please call the unit, 434-946-0089 if you have any questions or concerns. Stay warm and safe!❄️❄️❄️❄️

01/06/2025

Due to the inclement weather the unit will be opening at 8 AM tomorrow, Monday January 6, 2025. Please call the unit, 434-946-0089 if you have any questions or concerns. Stay warm and safe!

11/08/2024

Creating an emergency response plan can save lives—especially for dialysis patients. Plan ahead:
📝 Identify evacuation routes/shelters
🧳 Pack a “go-bag”
🚗 Keep your vehicle ready
📞 Share your plan with your provider

Dialysis treatments may be inaccessible for 72+ hours in evacuation zones. Prepare now for safety & peace of mind. Follow local officials & stay informed: https://ow.ly/F7I650TYtL4