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New York Times
08-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Injured Pirates fan Kavan Markwood still hospitalized, has ‘a lot of back pain'
Kavan Markwood, the fan who fell over the Roberto Clemente Wall at a game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs last week, remains hospitalized and has started physical therapy. 'I'm all right,' Markwood told TribLive on Wednesday in his first interview since the incident. 'I can't really sleep. I have a lot of back pain.' Advertisement He spoke to Trib Live before a physical therapy appointment and said he has not watched any videos of his 21-foot fall from the right-field stands at PNC Park on April 30. Markwood hit a wall on the way down and landed on the warning track, where medical staff took him off the field on a stretcher. The 20-year-old arrived at Allegheny General Hospital in critical condition. Dr. Al Philp, Allegheny General's chief medical officer, confirmed to WTAE that Markwood suffered injuries to his skull, spine, ribs and lungs. 'I'm happy to say that he's progressed well,' Philp told WTAE on Wednesday. 'He's at a point now where he's off the breathing machine, he's out of the intensive care unit, and is preparing to move on to the next step, which will be physical therapy, rehab.' As of Thursday afternoon, a GoFundMe account raising money for Markwood's medical bills had received over $58,000 in donations, nearly matching its $60,000 goal. Jennifer Phillips, who described herself as the mother of Markwood's girlfriend, started the GoFundMe. Phillips has provided updates on Markwood's health on the GoFundMe page and shared Monday that he took his first steps in the hospital. Phillips wrote Saturday that Markwood was 'awake, alert, and able to speak.' Markwood graduated from South Allegheny High School near Pittsburgh in 2022. He played football at South Allegheny and later at Walsh University and Wheeling University.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Pittsburgh hospital using new cancer-fighting technology, machine 1 of 15 in entire country
At 72, Ron Jesiolowski isn't slowing down. Known for his art and resilience, the cancer survivor's studio is filled with decades of work — but one piece still sits upon his easel. 'I call it The Angels Within,' Jesiolowski said, referring to a painting that reflects his journey with prostate cancer. 'When you start thinking about it both modern medicine, how it's an angel saving your life, but also if you have faith and hope it's the three angels each one representing those three components.' Diagnosed with prostate cancer, Jesiolowski's primary goal was remission. Through his own research, he discovered a state-of-the-art treatment technology that could help right in Pittsburgh. The Elekta Unity MR-LINAC system, used at Allegheny General Hospital, combines MRI imaging with radiation therapy to target cancerous cells with pinpoint precision. The technology allows doctors to track tumor shrinkage in real time, increasing the chances of successful treatment while limiting the exposure to radiation. Dr. Paul Renz, a physician at Allegheny General, explained how MR-LINAC's precision benefits patients. 'Because of that extra precision, we can increase the dose to tumors we are treating, improving curable outcomes while avoiding damage to surrounding organs,' he said. The MR-LINAC at AGH is one of just 15 in the country and the only one in the tri-state area, making it a sought-after resource for cancer patients like Jesiolowski. 'I felt like I was in the future while also walking into a spa,' Jesiolowski said, describing the high-tech, glowing environment during his treatments. 'It was much easier than I thought. I'd rather do that again than get a root canal.' After just six sessions, Jesiolowski was in remission. 'Now, it's just a feeling of hope,' he said. 'If I ever get cancer again, I'll just go to the Linac machine.' MR-LINAC technology is not limited to prostate cancer. It is used to treat all cancers but specifically focuses on cancers in the chest and abdomen, offering precision that minimizes radiation exposure to surrounding organs. Allegheny General Hospital has already treated several hundred patients with this technology, and the machine continues to evolve with monthly upgrades, offering hope for countless individuals facing cancer. 'You know, especially when you get hit with a diagnosis, every day you cherish a little bit more,' Jesiolowski said. If you are interested in the MR-LINAC as a treatment option you are asked to call the radiation oncology department at 412-359-3400. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
