Eric Swensen

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Public Information Officer

Eric has been with UVA Health marketing department since 2006, writing for and editing a variety of publications and websites. Before working at UVA, he spent about eight years as a reporter with The Progress-Index in Petersburg, Va., The Daily Progress in Charlottesville, Va., and the News & Record in Greensboro, N.C. Eric primarily handles corporate communications and major events.

Email | ews3j@virginia.edu

Phone | 434.924.5770

Coverage Areas | corporate communications, major events

Posts by Eric Swensen

October 14, 2013 Medical transport network earns national accreditation

The helicopter and critical-care ground transport services provided by University of Virginia Health System’s medical transport program have earned a…

September 13, 2013 Sunday, Sept. 15: Portion of 11th Street and Crispell Drive closed

Sections of 11 th Street and Crispell Drive near the intersection of Lee Street at University of Virginia Medical Center…

September 3, 2013 Follow-up care without a visit to a doctor’s office

Central Virginia residents recently released from University of Virginia Medical Center will receive extra help managing chronic illnesses – but…

August 29, 2013 Do genetics increase risk for memory problems in Parkinson’s disease patients?

A research team at University of Virginia School of Medicine led by Matthew Barrett, MD, MSc, will use a state…

August 21, 2013 NFL thigh pad testing led by UVA researcher

After implementing a new rule for 2013 mandating thigh pads for all National Football League players, the league asked University…

August 20, 2013 Tony Bennett concert to benefit UVA Cancer Center, UVA School of Nursing

A portion of the proceeds from Tony Bennett’s Oct. 13 concert at the nTelos Wireless Pavilion in Charlottesville will benefit…

August 9, 2013 Neuropsychologist honored for treating soldiers with traumatic brain injuries

For helping treat active-duty soldiers with traumatic brain injuries and serving as a consultant on concussions to the U.S. Department…

August 5, 2013 Obesity more likely in preschoolers drinking sugar-sweetened beverages

Young children who regularly drink sugary beverages are more likely to gain excessive weight and become obese , according to…

July 26, 2013 UVA Medical Park Zion Crossroads to open August 26

To make it easier for residents of the Zion Crossroads area to receive care close to home, University of Virginia…

July 23, 2013 Dr. Chris Shaffrey honored among best North American spine surgeons

For the Media: Dr. Shaffrey will be available for interviews from 7:30-9 a.m. Wednesday, July 24. Dr. Chris Shaffrey…