For weeks, and months, and even years, surgical teams at more than 20 medical centers around the world have been standing ready to make the first transplant of a heart from one human being to another.

Surgery can be a daunting experience for many, whether it’s your first time or you’re familiar with the process. Being prepared and understanding what to expect ahead of time can alleviate stress and ...

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Needing surgery is life-changing—be it elective surgery, where you can schedule your procedure in advance, or emergency surgery due to an urgent medical issue. Of course, surgery involves physical ...

"You gave me my life back." That’s how Becky Moss began a thank-you note for the cataract surgery she received at no cost from the John A. Moran Eye Center that restored her vision—and her will to ...