Jane Racey Gleeson

Jane Racey Gleeson has been a member of the University of Michigan Frankel Cardiovascular Center’s communications team as a contributing writer for the past five years. She works with the team to produce targeted communications for a variety of Frankel CVC-related projects. Gleeson’s 30+ years in the technical communications field extends to custom publications, website development and integrated marketing for a variety of clients. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan.
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Pink head brain maze
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The malfunction of an undamaged brain
People with these two functional neurologic disorders often go misdiagnosed
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Do you know what Moyamoya disease is?
Moyamoya disease is a rare condition that can cause blockage of the blood vessels in the brain and increase the risk of stroke. Learn more about this chronic disease from U-M Health’s neurologist and neurosurgeon as they explain more about how it is diagnosed and treated.
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Rare congenital heart disease no match for one mother
For a rare heart condition, finding and getting to the right team of specialists at Michigan Medicine saved her life, and her chance to have kids.
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Can a wearable device make an impact on your heart health?
From heart arrhythmias, high blood pressure and heart failure, mobile apps can provide a snapshot into heart disease
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Living longer on ventricular assist devices
Heart failure patients get back to a longer, more fulfilling life, thanks to VAD technology
 Courtney Weirauch and family
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A rare diagnosis and a young mother who’s spreading the word
Courtney Weirauch didn’t know what lymphangioleiomyomatosis was – but she quickly learned about the rare lung condition and how it would impact her life.
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A child’s unbearable leg pain signaled a rare problem many couldn’t solve
After years spent searching for the cause of her leg pain, the now 16-year-old is on the mend. 
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A new heart brings new hope
Sethan Wilder’s cardiovascular issues began early in life and continued for many years until a heart transplant was his only option.
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Breaking free of opioids
A neurologist shares alternative treatments for chronic pain and the importance of steering clear of opioids. 
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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.
 Man in red football jersey exercising with bands and smiling in room
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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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