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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Regaining Lost Function with the Help of Video Games
See how the Michigan Medicine Inpatient Rehabilitation Computer Therapy Lab is using video games to help patients recover from strokes, spinal cord and head injuries.
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Is It Aortic Stenosis or Old Age? Symptoms to Know
Learn about aortic stenosis, including signs and symptoms, causes and treatments options, including SAVR and TAVR, from Michigan Medicine.
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New Technology Forges ‘Creative Paths’ to Open Completely Blocked Arteries
Opening severely blocked arteries can be a challenge with stents alone. New techniques are helping Michigan Medicine doctors complete the lifesaving procedure.
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What to Expect from Heart Disease Genetic Counseling
Learn about genetic screening for inherited heart diseases and find out what you can expect during a genetic counseling session.
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Treating Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy with Collaborative Care
A complex case required a Michigan Medicine care team to help one patient recover and realize an improved quality of life.
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Cross-Hospital Collaboration Proves Lifesaving for Brain Aneurysm Patient
Merrill Harvitt suffered an extensive neurovascular bleed that in most cases would be deadly. But teamwork led to a remarkable recovery — and more time with his beloved family.
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‘You Can Regain Happiness’: Treating Mental Health After Heart Surgery
Heart health is linked to emotional well-being — and vice versa. Addressing both elements, one patient learned, is crucial after a cardiac event.
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Leg Pain and PAD: Know the Symptoms and Risk Factors
If you have leg pain triggered by physical activity, it’s possible that you have poor circulation, which is closely linked to peripheral artery disease, or PAD.
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Think You’re Having a Stroke? Every Minute Counts
If you think you are having a stoke every minute counts. Get information on the signs and symptoms of a stroke and learn how they are treated from Michigan Medicine.
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Bound by Marfan Syndrome, a Family Encourages Awareness
After a multigenerational diagnosis of a congenital heart defect, one close-knit Michigan family is committed to living life to the fullest.
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How Rehabilitation Helps Stroke Patients Recover ‘Faster and Better’
Learn about stroke rehab, including the different types of rehabilitation programs and how they help stroke patients recover faster and better.
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Treating Pulmonary Hypertension With a ‘Very Extensive’ Approach
High blood pressure in the lungs, a condition known as pulmonary hypertension, was a life-threatening scare for one woman. Her Michigan Medicine cardiac team offered comprehensive care.
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How TEVAR Surgery Saved the Life of One Unstoppable Equestrian
Myra Fleming expects to be back in the saddle again after a thoracic endovascular aortic repair of her severely injured aorta. Learn how the surgery helped the octogenarian rider recover after an accident.
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What You Should Know About Counseling and Testing for Genetic Heart Disease
Get answers to frequently asked questions about genetic screening for inherited heart diseases such as Marfan syndrome or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
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For This Michigan Family, Medicine Is a Way of Life
One future U-M medical student has her sights set on reducing disparities in health care. As a bonus, some of the work occurs alongside her heart doctor dad.
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