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Supportive Care Team Fuels Bariatric Surgery Success

Jennifer has lost over 200 pounds after her surgery in June 2022. In turn, her physical health has improved dramatically. “I no longer have leg cramps or back spasms. I’m able to walk as much as I want to.”

Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
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ACL Recovery for the Body and Mind

Recovering from a serious injury is an intense physical process, but for Ava Petri, her work with the Female Athlete Program had just as much emphasis on mental wellness, resilience and self-identity.

Patient Stories, Sports
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The Right Care Helps Youth Athlete Avoid Surgery

The right diagnosis is always important, but in Logan Mispagel’s case it made a huge difference in her senior year. Instead of getting surgery and months of rehab, Logan was able to recover in time for basketball season.

Patient Stories, Sports
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Body Contouring Surgery Changes Life

“I’m so glad I chose to have body contouring surgery. My shoulders and back feel better. I’m not as tired. And without excess skin pulling me down, I can be more active without pain. It’s a whole new world.”

Patient Stories, Plastic surgery
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Turning Point Participant Gives Back

Patient finds solace in Turning Point after battle with leukemia.

Turning Point, Cancer
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Sprinter Learns Value of Taking it Slow

Carson Miller has mastered going extremely fast for short distances, but when he had 2 significant injuries in the same year, he learned the importance of patience and perseverance.

Patient Stories
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Spinal Cord Stimulator Changes Life

“Since I had the implant, I feel great,” Kat says. “I’ve been able to complete medical school and do everything I want to in life, and that’s something that hadn’t been possible before I got the implant.”

Patient Stories
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UCL Surgery Keeps Dreams on Track

When a routine pre-season practice resulted in a torn UCL, McKenna Lester turned to The University of Kansas Health System.

Patient Stories, Sports
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'Defibrillator for the Brain' Keeps Mom Seizure-Free

As a busy mom to 5-year-old daughter Natalia, Mallory Contreras has plenty on her mind. But thanks to a special device implanted in her brain, she has one less thing to worry about: Having another seizure.

Patient Stories, Epilepsy
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Stress Fracture Recovery Teaches Many Lessons

From triathlons to stress fractures, Emma's athletic journey teaches valuable lessons on injury, recovery, and listening to your body.

Patient Stories, Sports
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First-Time Screening Mammogram

“My dad had lung cancer, and I was there with him from his diagnosis until he passed away. I’m so glad I was able to do that, but I would do anything to ensure my children don’t have to go through the same thing – caring for a parent with advanced cancer.” So, Megan got a mammogram.

Patient Stories, Women's Health
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Second Opinion Saves Vision – and Life

When she was about 6 months pregnant with her second child, Amanda McRae began having vision problems. She told her obstetrician about them, and her physician said it was likely related to her pregnancy. Because your body experiences a lot of changes...

Patient Stories, Brain Tumor
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Surgery Provides Lasting Relief After Core Muscle Injury

Core muscle injuries are frequently overlooked, dismissed or misdiagnosed. It might be labeled a hip flexor strain, sore abs or a hernia. That’s why it’s important to communicate and seek out quality care. Read Zach Darche's story.

Patient Stories, Sports
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Pitcher is SEC-Bound After Tommy John Surgery

Jake Titus heard his elbow pop in spring 2022 during a game pitching for Ottawa High School. While the pop didn’t immediately cause him any pain, Jake knew things weren’t right when his pitches didn’t feel the same in the following week.

Patient Stories, Sports
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Gender-Affirmation Nurse Navigators Are Here for You

A patient shares a time where a nurse navigator helped them get care and feel loved, at a time they needed it most.

Transgender, Patient Stories

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