UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute

09/09/2025

Chest pain isn’t always “just something you ate.” It can be your body’s alarm bell for a heart emergency. In this article, Dr. Nicholas Biondi walks us through the warning signs—and why calling 911 could save your life. ❤️

UK HealthCare When to take chest pain seriously By Nicholas Biondi Monday Jacob Wackerhausen, iStock/Getty Images Plus. The University of Kentucky Public Relations and Strategic Communications Office provides a weekly health column available for use and reprint by news media. This week’s column is...

08/30/2025

It’s gameday in the Bluegrass and former UK Football star Kenneth Horsey knows what it means to fight for every moment. After surviving open-heart surgery at 18, he returned to the field stronger than ever and now champions heart health and CPR awareness.

University of Kentucky football player Kenneth Horsey was 18 years old when he had open-heart surgery. He is sharing his comeback story to educate others about the importance of heart health and learning hands-only CPR.

08/27/2025

UK football great Art Still is raising awareness for ATTR amyloidosis, a rare heart disease he was diagnosed with in 2023. He’s urging early detection, especially in at-risk communities. Learn more about his story.

After his ATTR amyloidosis diagnosis, former UK football star Art Still is focused on raising awareness and promoting early detection.

08/25/2025

Pregnancy, migraines with aura, and a history of preeclampsia can all raise the risk of stroke in women.
Know your risk. Know the signs. BE FAST.

Dr. Larry Goldstein is co-director of the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute. It's commonly thought of as a problem primarily affecting older men, but …

08/23/2025

Lynsey Henderson works with cancer patients to manage cardiac symptoms from treatment. We’re lucky to have her at Gill, check out her profile!
https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/advanced-practice-providers/lynsey-henderson

08/22/2025

The University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health will host the 10th Annual Kentucky Rural Telehealth Summit on Sept. 25 at the Administrative Office of the Courts in Frankfort, Ky.

Learn more and register 👇

The University of Kentucky Center of Excellence in Rural Health (UK CERH) will host the 10th Annual Kentucky Rural Telehealth Summit on Sept. 25 in Frankfort, Ky.

08/22/2025

The UK College of Dentistry recently hosted more than 400 orthodontic residents from across the U.S. and Canada for the 36th annual Graduate Orthodontic Residents Program.

"It’s a great feeling to be able to show off our campus and the Lexington area.”

The University of Kentucky College of Dentistry hosted over 400 orthodontic residents from across the U.S. and Canada for the 36th annual Graduate Orthodontic Residents Program (GORP).

08/21/2025

We prioritize our patients’ resources so you can take control of your heart health! Check out our resources to grow your knowledge.

Visit other web resources from the Gill Heart and Vascular Institute, including: Burning Calories DASH Diet Know Your Numbers New Blood Pressure …

08/21/2025

At the foundation of UK’s Neuroscience Research Priority Area is the belief that an environment that promotes dedicated research and teamwork enhances problem-solving, accelerates learning, promotes creativity and builds stronger relationships.

Kentucky Neuroscience Institute Research team is working together across campus to turn scientific discoveries into real treatments that improve brain health and help patients in Kentucky and beyond.

08/21/2025

Up to one-third of stroke survivors go on to develop dementia and cognitive impairment. But is it possible to predict, at the time of a stroke, who will have the best cognitive recovery?

That’s a question neuropsychologist Dr. Jordan Harp hopes to answer.

UK researchers are studying stroke-related brain changes to better predict who is at risk for dementia and aim to improve recovery, especially for patients in rural and Appalachian areas.

08/21/2025

UK HealthCare has implemented a powerful new tool in the ongoing effort to save lives through organ donation: a seamless registration feature within the MyChart patient portal.

Learn more, including how to easily navigate the registration process in MyChart 👇

UK HealthCare UK HealthCare launches new organ donation sign-up through MyChart By Jared Holt Wednesday Video provided by UK HealthCare Corporate Communications LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 20, 2025) — UK HealthCare has implemented a powerful new tool in the ongoing effort to save lives through organ dona...

08/20/2025

World class heart care close to home. The UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute’s new heart catheterization lab brings cutting edge technology and expert care to Kentucky families. Read more to learn how this can help your family!

UK HealthCare Advanced heart lab offers precision care for both adult and pediatric patients By Hilary Brown July 28, 2025 The newly renovated heart catheterization lab is the most advanced facility for interventional cardiology procedures in the region. Hilary Brown | UK Photo LEXINGTON, Ky. (July....

08/20/2025

UK HealthCare was designated as a Magnet organization in 2016 and 2021 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® and we are now applying for redesignation. We invite patients, family members, staff, and other interested parties to provide feedback via email or direct mail by Sept. 19, 2025.

Read our official public notice announcement with full details.

08/20/2025

On this episode of “Behind the Blue,” Dr. Larry Goldstein talks about the origins of the Department of Neurology in the UK College of Medicine and its evolution into a leader in patient care, education and research.

UK HealthCare ‘Behind the Blue’: Larry Goldstein on 60 years of neurology at UK By Kody Kiser and Rick Childress Monday LEXINGTON, Ky. (August 18, 2025) – The University of Kentucky College of Medicine’s Department of Neurology is marking its 60th anniversary, celebrating a legacy that began...

08/19/2025

Dr. Brooke Hudspeth, UK College of Pharmacy Chief Practice Officer, shares what you should know about two common new weight-loss drugs.

You’ve likely heard about glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists — commonly referred to as GLP-1 medications, and more widely recognized through pharmaceutical brand names like Ozempic and Mounjaro.

08/19/2025

Our robust and growing epilepsy program has become known for its innovative approach to successful patient assessments. It is the goal of the epilepsy team, the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute and the UK HealthCare Comprehensive Epilepsy Program to bridge the treatment gap.

UK’s epilepsy team is using advanced imaging and teamwork to better pinpoint where seizures start in the brain, helping more patients find effective treatments and improve their quality of life.

08/18/2025

Despite needing open-heart surgery, Billy Fryer says his 12-day stay at UK HealthCare was unforgettable. All thanks to the compassionate care he received every step of the way! Read more about his story.

On an early morning drive to Keeneland, Billy Fryer felt a pain in his chest he had never felt before. Thanks to UK HealthCare’s partnership with Keeneland and the compassionate work of his care team, Fryer is feeling great after a successful heart surgery.

08/18/2025

Neurologist Dr. Sharoon Qaiser goes beyond the typical history and physical exam for young patients. The director of UK HealthCare’s Children and Young Adult Headache & Research Program asks patients to draw pictures that reflect their headaches and pain.

The Children and Young Adult Headache Research Program is using innovative tools like AI, patient drawings, and new medications to improve diagnosis and treatment for children suffering from migraines, especially in underserved areas.

08/18/2025

Meet Brad Tannen, our new chair of ophthalmology and visual sciences!

08/16/2025

August is National Wellness Month, focus on taking care of your heart! Read more for wellness tips to enhance heart health.

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and here in the state of Kentucky. Dr. Peter Haigh, a non-invasive cardiologist at UK HealthCare, offers tips to support heart health.

08/15/2025

Lisa Buede is among the first patients at UK Markey Cancer Center to benefit from a new treatment approach that uses advanced surgical robots to diagnose and treat early stage lung cancer in one session.

“We’re now able to take patients from ‘you might have cancer’ to ‘your cancer is gone’ in a single day.”

By the time 59-year-old Lisa Buede learned she had stage 1 lung cancer, the tumor was already gone. The UK Markey Cancer Center’s new same-day procedure combines diagnosis and treatment for early stage lung cancers using advanced surgical robots, eliminating weeks of waiting between biopsy and sur...

08/13/2025

At the UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute, clinical research drives innovation. From advanced heart failure treatments to cutting-edge devices and drug therapies, our team is shaping the future of cardiac care.

The UK Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Cardiology Clinical Research Center is designed to facilitate all aspects of patient-based clinical research. …

08/10/2025

Knowing about your cholesterol is important in helping heart health! Learn more now from Dr. John Kotter.

Cholesterol is a fat-like molecule that your body needs to stay healthy. UK HealthCare's Dr. John Kotter shares insights into benefits and negative effects of cholesterol on the heart.

08/08/2025

ECMO nurse Aaron Harris brings advanced heart and lung support to critically ill patients when every second counts. Read more about his story.

Aaron Harris “We got a call in the middle of the night from an outside facility: they had a patient who had failed to come off cardiopulmonary …