ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Wellness University Hosting Day of Free Seminars
ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Wellness University is kicking off December with four free seminars on Thursday at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center. Those…
Talal Elmasry
Marketing Content Writer
Talal Elmasry, born and raised in Gainesville, is a graduate of UF’s College of Journalism and Communications. He joined ÍøºìºÚÁÏ’s marketing team after 15 years in journalism, including a 10-year run at The Gainesville Sun before serving as a researcher for ESPN in Connecticut. This is Talal’s second stint working for the University of Florida as he spent five years as a sports reporter at WRUF, the campus radio station, while earning his degree as a student. Now that he’s back home, Talal is relishing the opportunity to assist health care communications and make a positive impact on the lives of ÍøºìºÚÁÏ patients.
Stories by Talal
ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Physicians Shed Light on the Meaning of Hispanic Heritage Month
We’re approaching the end of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time that Americans celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens…
Walk with Gratitude: Sam’s Story
In January 2021, Sam loaded his wheelchair and himself into his Ford Econoline handicap van and drove the 1,749 miles from Colorado to Florida, hoping to find…
Janis and Janet: The Twins Who Tamed Tremor at ÍøºìºÚÁÏ
By the time Janet Plum makes the short but taxing trip to serve the coffee, the mug is only half full. What’s missing of the morning brew is dotted on the…
Brain Cancer Awareness Month: Marissa vs. the Worst of the Worst
Marissa Valencia suddenly felt sick. Then, when she tried to speak, nothing that came out made sense. Her friend sitting across the table from her over lunch…
Back From the Brink: How Matt Defied Death
Matt Benavidez can't recall how he ended up crumpled on a crosswalk on the night of Nov. 7, 2020. He has no memory of his motorcycle hitting an SUV or rescue…
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Remembering Ryan: Family gives back to his second home at FRC
Ryan Brown’s adventurous attitude went hand in hand with his lifelong obsession: the crew that would boldly go where no man has gone before. “As a passionate…
Devine Intervention: Stars Align for Pulmonologist’s Lung Transplant
The COVID-19 pandemic upended the life of the Devine family like they never could've imagined.
ÍøºìºÚÁÏ liver transplant program outcomes reach No. 1 in nation
It’s in the organ’s name — you can’t live without a liver. For patients in need of a liver transplant — whether it be from acute or chronic liver failure,…
Join our free seminar to ‘Get the facts about Parkinson’s disease’
Tremors. Slowing of movements. Stiffening of extremities. These can be indications that you have Parkinson’s disease, and what’s important to keep in mind is…
Powerful Words From COVID-19 Patients
As COVID-19 claimed more lives around the globe, many people waited months for a vaccine to be developed. However, several others were not as ready to be…
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Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Early Detection Makes the Difference
Lung cancer has a way of staying hidden and becoming increasingly fatal the longer it does so. There are enormous benefits to shining light on this particular…
