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This handout explains the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill, a special exercise machine at the UW Medicine Sports Medicine Center at Husky Stadium.

This document contains two  handouts included in the Alvord Brain Tumor Center new patient packet: "My Treatment Team" and "My Personal Journey."

Patients may ride in an ambulance when they come to or leave UW Medical Center (UWMC). This handout explains when the patient or their insurance must pay the ambulance fees, and when the fees are covered by the hospital. 

This handout describes the amniocentesis test including how it is done, what happens during the test, how to prepare, what happens after the test, and timing for receiving results.

This handout explains general anesthesia, a medicine given for some radiology procedures and exams that might be uncomfortable or cause stress. It explains what to expect, how to prepare, and what to do after having general anesthesia.

This handout explains aneurysm clipping, a surgery that is done to keep a weak artery from bursting. It includes how to prepare for the surgery, what to expect afterward, and self-care at home.

This handout explains aneurysm coiling and stent assisted coiling, procedures that are done to keep a weak artery from bursting. It includes how to prepare for the surgery, what to expect afterward, and self-care at home.

This handout explains what a central venous catheter is and what to expect when you have one. Detailed instructions are included for preparing for the procedure, and self-care at home afterward.

This handout is for pregnant patients who are on modified bedrest. This handout includes information on what antepartum (pre-birth) exercises are for, how often they should be done, and how to do the exercises safely. This handout is to be used with instruction from a physical therapist (PT) who will provide additional instructions for specific exercises.

This handout explains why patients who have had a joint replacement must take preventive antibiotics for dental work and procedures that involve the respiratory, digestive, or urinary tract. Included is a list of procedures that are a high risk for introducing bacteria into the bloodstream.

This handout is a section of the Congenital Heart Conditions notebook. It is written for patients who are on anticoagulation medicines (blood thinners). It tells what to keep in mind and when to call the Anticoagulation Clinic.

This handout explains possible symptoms of withdrawal in infants of mothers who take antidepressants during pregnancy. It includes tips on how to help your baby during this time.

This handout explains medicines patients receive after a stent or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to help keep blood clots from forming.

This handout describes aortic stenosis, a form of heart valve disease that affects the aortic valve. It also explains signs and symptoms, the tests that are used to diagnose the disease, and what the treatment options are.

This document is for patients who are having aortic surgery at University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake. These drawings of the aorta show what your aorta and heart valve will look like after your surgery. Diagrams include:

• Thoracic Aorta
• Ascending Hemiarch with AVR
• Zone 2 Arch
• Ascending Hemiarch
• Zone 2 Arch with Frozen Elephant Trunk
• Zone 2 Arch
• Bentall with Hemiarch, Bentall Procedure
• David V Procedure

This handout explains aphasia, a language disorder that can affect a person's ability to speak, read, write, or understand words. Aphasia can occur because of a brain tumor, head injury, stroke, or neurodegenerative (nervous system) disorder.

This handout is in two parts: the first part is directed to the caregiver, and the second part is written for the patient.

This handout explains what aphasia is and how to best communicate with someone who has aphasia. It discusses how aphasia may be treated, and includes websites for learning more about the condition.