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Patrick Ramsey, MD

October 20, 2023

Placenta accreta occurs when the placenta grows too deeply into the uterus. Learn about placenta accreta and discover why University Health is the best choice for a high-risk pregnancy.

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Common Pregnancy Myths Debunked

April 05, 2023

Dr. Patrick Ramsey busts common myths about what women can and can’t do safely while pregnant.

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Four Tips to Reduce Stress in a High-Risk Pregnancy

January 30, 2023

Stress can be a major factor in pre-term birth for high-risk pregnancies. Try these tips to reduce stress and increase overall wellness.

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Know the facts about vaginal births after a C-section

November 27, 2019

Learn about the risks of a vaginal birth after a C-section and if you might qualify to have a VBAC.

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When baby won't wait

July 20, 2018

A restaurant bathroom is not the ideal place to deliver a high-risk pregnancy, but Gracelyn Mae wasn’t going to wait.

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Baby Domenico smiling while wearing a bib.

Congenital Heart Disease: Domenico’s Patient Story

Baby Domenico was born with a congenital heart disease and underwent surgery shortly after birth, but today he is happy and healthy.

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TAVR: Rufino's Patient Story

Rufino Salinas suspected that he had a heart attack when he had chest pain that wouldn’t go away. The heart team at University Health recommended a treatment plan that included the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure.

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Adult Congenital Heart Defect: Morgan's Story

After aging out of the pediatric hospital in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Morgan transferred to the University Health Adult Congenital Heart Center under the care of Dr. Pankaj Madan.

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