Jane Racey Gleeson

Jane Racey Gleeson is a contributing writer for a variety of divisions within Michigan Medicine, including the Frankel Cardiovascular Center, Neurosciences and Pulmonology. With a focus on targeted communications she has developed content for the Michigan Medicine website and Health Lab blogs for 15+ years. 
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What every performing artist should know to avoid injury
If you’re a performing artist, the things that put you at highest risk for injury are under your control.
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A constant state of Afib
One patient’s persistent atrial fibrillation required two specialized heart procedures 14 months apart. But now, he’s episode free.
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Surgery for rare brain malformation detected in utero leads to uniquely talented tween
A newborn baby who underwent complex brain procedures grows to be a healthy young boy with a “heart of gold."
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Young man paralyzed from the neck down makes strides toward independence
A diving accident took away much of Kanon McVicker’s independence, but complex nerve and tendon transfer procedures are helping him meet important
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Deep brain stimulation offers hope for Parkinson’s patient
One man’s quality of life is greatly improved, thanks to a procedure that sends a mild electrical current to his brain.
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Telemedicine visit identifies rare condition in young pregnant woman
After the diagnosis, Cristina Bashans was carefully monitored for a potentially life-threatening aortic aneurysm.
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Exercise as medicine
Whether you’re a novice, professional athlete or in between, an expert shares the important health benefits of exercise.
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Hearing is healing
A patient finally gets answers to his health concerns, thanks to “a doctor who listened closely” to his symptoms.
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Intuition and expertise lead to heart surgery at the right time
One woman’s bicuspid valve was replaced, and aortic aneurysm repaired, after a period of doctor-led “watchful waiting.”
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A post-surgical nightmare turned ‘miracle’
Doctors say the results would have been catastrophic had the then 4-year-old received heart surgery elsewhere.
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A hand surgeon, a child and a brand new thumb
A young patient shares how a special surgeon “gave me a thumb and helped my hand get all better.
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7 common Afib triggers that may surprise you
An expert weighs in on what to avoid to prevent an atrial fibrillation episode.
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How a wife recognized the signs of stroke and helped save her husband
A life-threatening stroke, followed by quick medical attention, led to Jack Jenkins’ remarkable recovery.
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Helping kids with congenital hand differences
A hand surgeon explains the importance of parents advocating for their child with hands that don’t look or function the same as others.
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When is it time to see a hand specialist?
An expert weighs in on the key things to consider.
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