UK-Med mobile medical units operate daily in frontline communities in the Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv regions, where healthcare facilities are either closed or destroyed. The post The last to leave: Ukrainians fleeing conflict appeared first on UK-Med.| UK-Med
Boy receives congenital heart surgery quickly, thanks to Stanford Medicine Children’s Health specialty network team Marcus Li’s young life changed instantly the morning after he was born. During a newborn screening, a standard congenital heart disease test uncovered a serious concern. “He failed the test,” says Nikola Tede, MD, a Stanford Medicine Children’s Health pediatric cardiologist who sees patients in the North Bay. “He also had low oxygen saturation, which raised further c...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Bone marrow transplant from mom helps Audrey go home after spending nearly two years in the hospital Audrey, age 5, seems like a typical, happy preschooler. She loves princesses, dress-up, and cuddling with animals. Disneyland is one of her favorite places. Her joy shines in her beautiful smile. Yet, this sweet existence wasn’t easily won. For two years, Audrey was in hospitals fighting a rare, terrible disease that left her with many health concerns—but also with a chance at life. Throug...| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw knows better than most that sacrifices made on the field can have lasting effects. In 2015, the injuries and pain from 14 years in the NFL made it difficult for him to walk, play golf or meet the demands of his busy schedule […]| UAMS Health
When Northwest Arkansas businessman Cameron Smith was diagnosed with base of tongue cancer, he didn’t waste any time. “We had work to do,” he said. The first order of business included consulting UAMS’ renowned head and neck surgeon James Y. Suen, M.D. Led by Dr. Suen, a team of physicians immediately began a rigorous treatment regimen that included […]| UAMS Health
Gary Taylor is used to providing advice to others when they come into Go! Running, but when Dr. Michael Cassat came into his store, the roles quickly reversed. Gary asked the sports medicine doctor if he could help with a lingering Achilles tendon problem, and the doctor’s response was, “Sure, come see me.” Dr. Cassat prescribed physical therapy, […]| UAMS Health
Angel McVay was a busy wife, mother, business owner, photographer, and yoga instructor. Luckily, she took time for a breast self-exam and went to a UAMS Neighborhood Clinic immediately after noticing a suspicious lump. She was referred to the Breast Center at UAMS for a mammogram the following day, and then a biopsy, which showed she had invasive […]| UAMS Health
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder that runs in the Johnson family. James Johnson, Sr., suffered from the disease and received a donated kidney from his brother in 1985. His young sons made a promise then that they would donate a kidney to the other if they ever needed one. On Feb. 3, 2016, James, Jr., […]| UAMS Health
At four months pregnant, Sasha arrived at UAMS in a coma.We gave her hope — and a baby son. Early in Sasha’s pregnancy, a tangle of blood vessels ruptured in her brain. She was airlifted to UAMS, where neurosurgeons are on call 24/7. By the time she arrived, she had no pulse and had to be revived twice. The UAMS […]| UAMS Health
Former Arkansas Senator Paul Miller of Melbourne is not your average senior citizen. At age 79, the retired auto dealer, realtor, farmer and coach was in great shape and still running four miles regularly. His diabetes was well-managed, and he had no complaints about his health. Then, about a year ago, he started having severe […]| UAMS Health
For 25 years, Charlie DeBoard lived with an essential tremor. It affected his hands and then his voice, progressing so much that he could barely talk. Embarrassed by the tremor, he gradually spent less time out with friends and family and almost retired. His family doctor recommended he see a…| UAMS Health
In some ways, siblings Adelaide and Declan couldn’t be more different. Nine-year-old Adelaide is creative, artistic, and nurturing. Declan, 7, ...Read More The post The right decision at the right time: Choosing pediatric thyroidectomy appeared first on Boston Children's Answers.| Boston Children's Answers
Keely Cat-Wells is approaching the 10th anniversary of her ileostomy surgery. Before the surgery at 17, Keely endured years of misdiagnoses, experimental procedures, and was incorrectly told her pain was imagined. She was […] The post World Ostomy Day Champion Keely Cat-Wells is a Leader in Breaking Down Barriers appeared first on United Ostomy Associations of America.| United Ostomy Associations of America
It’s hard to imagine a child calling a hospital—where he underwent chemotherapy and surgery—his “happy place,” but that’s what Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford is to Josh Summit, age 7. The doctors and nurses are his playmates, and he was sad to leave them. “Josh sees everyone as his friend, and he brings joy to every situation,” says Michelle Emmons, NP, with Pediatric Oncology. “I was blown away by his ability to stay optimistic rather than get sad or anxious....| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Lung transplant patient Lizzy Highstreet was inspired by the care she received at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health to pursue a career in health care.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
Carter Miller loves action. The 4-year-old Florida resident enjoys riding on golf carts and flying high on swing sets. It’s ...Read More The post After surgeries to treat HLHS, Carter is healthy and happy at home in Florida appeared first on Boston Children's Answers.| Boston Children's Answers
Earlier this year, 12-year-old Benny helped his dad, Ben, build a deck around his family’s pool. Moving boards, handing each ...Read More The post ‘We never stopped believing’: Benny’s journey with liver cancer appeared first on Boston Children's Answers.| Boston Children's Answers
For most of my life, I measured the time it would take me to make it safely to the bathroom. If the bathroom dash was an Olympic event, I’d have […]| United Ostomy Associations of America
Mohammed was sitting with his family in Rafah when he was hit in the head by a bullet. Today, Mohammed and his son Kamar, are bonding over rehabilitation. The post Gaza | Mohammed and Kamar appeared first on UK-Med.| UK-Med
Collaborative care at Rady Children’s and Children’s Hospital of Orange County helps a kid overcome an aggressive brain tumor It started with slight weakness on his left side. Trent, then 8, began stumbling. He had trouble using his hand, experienced severe headaches, and fell while riding his scooter near his Santa Ana home. Trent saw…| Rady Children's Health
Read Mikey’s first-hand account of his battle with cancer and his journey to recovery. Hi, my name is Mike—but everyone calls me Mikey. I’m 20 years old, the oldest of five siblings, and family has always been the heart of my world. I love football, basketball, fishing, and sharing good meals with the people I…| Rady Children's Health
After a lifesaving kidney donation from her mother, Kenya found strength, purpose, and a path to give back. Today, Kenya is just days away from earning her Master’s in Public Health at San Diego State University, driven by a mission to support others in health care. She wrote her thesis on organ donation, volunteers as…| Rady Children's Health
The Power of Living Kidney Donation at Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego At just 1 year and 7 months old, Nathaniel’s mother, Maria, noticed something unusual—he was drinking excessive amounts of water, and his belly appeared larger than normal. Concerned, she took him to the doctor, where tests revealed devastating news: Nathaniel had kidney disease.…| Rady Children's Health
The Lifesaving Impact of Living Kidney Donation at Rady Children’s By Megan Matthew and Sarah Sapeda Melanie Sniff knew for years that she might one day be a kidney donor. Problems with her daughter Quincy’s kidney were detected while Quincy and her twin sister were still in the womb. The family anticipated surgery shortly after…| Rady Children's Health
A Temecula girl with cerebral palsy takes the stage with the help of Rady Children’s Emery Lapinskas, a vibrant 10-year-old from Temecula, loves to tell jokes, hang out with her sisters, and spend time with her service dog, Skip. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) at just a year old, Emery has faced many challenges. CP…| Rady Children's Health
Beating Ewing Sarcoma at Rady Children’s Fifteen-year-old Bailey, a sophomore at Cathedral Catholic High School, loves shopping at the mall, listening to music, hanging out with friends, and playing soccer. But last year, her life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare and aggressive type of cancer. In February,…| Rady Children's Health
Young Patients Bond Over Shared Blood Disorder, Treatment at Rady Children’s Ella Martinez and Kamila Saradpon consider each other sisters. They hang out together, laugh, share secrets, and play games. They even went to school together for a time. They celebrate each other’s wins and encourage each other to keep going during tough times, as…| Rady Children's Health
Amir’s Story Amir was born at just over 24 weeks, marking the beginning of a long and challenging journey for both him and his family. Shortly after birth, he developed hydrocephalus, a condition where fluid builds up in the brain, leading to potentially severe complications. “Watching Amir struggle to breathe and seeing his head grow…| Rady Children's Health
A first-time mom puts her baby girl’s heart in the hands of Rady Children’s CTICU. Ana Castaneda was 24 weeks into her first pregnancy when a routine sonogram turned her world upside down. “I was happy, healthy and hopeful, but this news was a complete whirlwind,” Ana recalls. “At the time, I had no suspicion…| Rady Children's Health
When Rickey turned 3, his parents noticed something was different about their son compared to his siblings. Initially, signs of delay in speech, difficulty with social interactions, and fixation tendencies raised concerns. He eventually was diagnosed with autism. The Montessori preschool he was enrolled in was becoming a challenge, so his parents sought specialized services.…| Rady Children's Health
Meet Maverick Ezekiel Miles, affectionately known as Mavey, a resilient 18-month-old with an indomitable spirit. Since birth, Mavey faced a series of health hurdles, including recurrent RSV infections (respiratory syncytial virus) and a congenital heart defect called atrial septal defect (ASD). The condition is characterized by a hole in the heart’s upper chambers and made…| Rady Children's Health
Mia Roman’s extraordinary journey began unexpectedly early. Born at just 25-and-a-half weeks, she weighed a mere 1 pound or just a loaf of bread. Her lungs were not ready for the outside world, and Mia’s care team at a Los Angeles hospital struggled to wean her off respiratory support despite many attempts. The team…| Rady Children's Health
In July 2020, Rowin, a lively 6-year-old from Bozeman, Montana, began experiencing frequent and uncontrollable daytime naps. This disrupted his daily routine and concerned his family. Despite multiple visits to pediatricians and specialists, a definitive diagnosis remained mysterious. Frustrated by the lack of progress, Rowin’s family sought a referral to a sleep specialist in Bozeman.…| Rady Children's Health
Mother of a child with a rare disease unites other families on the same path. The Yiu family knows all too well the struggles that come with having a child with an undiagnosed disease. When Caroline Cheung-Yiu and Bandy Yiu’s son, Alex, began to progressively lose motor function at age 2 1/2, it was the…| Rady Children's Health
A Star is Born With the Help of Cochlear Implants Before Hayden Chen was born, his father, Chi- Yuan Chen, the principal viola of the San Diego Symphony, made sure his son was surrounded by music. Chi-Yuan dreamed of passing down to his firstborn the family’s passion for music, so it came as quite a…| Rady Children's Health
Jordan was welcomed into the world following a healthy full-term pregnancy and birth. He was deemed healthy during his newborn exam and at his early pediatric visits. Around 7 weeks of age, he began breathing rapidly, sweating profusely when eating, and seemed to be struggling with breathing. A pediatric visit revealed he was not gaining…| Rady Children's Health
Missing school. Frequent visits to the emergency room. Spending days in bed. Feeling depressed. This was what Amelia’s life looked like after a sports injury left her in constant pain. Amelia, once a vibrant and active teenager, watched as her life, health, and schoolwork spiraled downwards. She eventually was diagnosed with amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome…| Rady Children's Health
Iliana Downing wouldn’t let injury deter her from reaching new heights and reclaiming her athletic dreams. The 17-year-old’s journey began five years ago at a soccer match, when an explosive kick caused a hip fracture, common among young athletes whose growth plates have not fully developed. Though Iliana was advised to take time off for…| Rady Children's Health
Stella was 12 years old when she was diagnosed with amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome (AMPS). AMPS is a chronic pain condition that causes the brain to send pain signals to the body even when there is no injury. Stella’s pain was so severe that she could barely move, and she had to be hospitalized and…| Rady Children's Health
Noah is a six-year-old boy with boundless energy and a heart full of dreams. “Noah loves baseball, soccer and all things related to construction workers, firefighters and police officers,” shares his mom, Charlotte. “He wants to be all three professions when he grows up, so he’s going to be busy!” Noah’s mom is an active-duty…| Rady Children's Health
Mina Longo is a soft-spoken 13-year-old who loves to read horror novels, listen to heavy metal music and is learning to play the guitar. She sounds like many girls in middle school, worrying about things like making time for friends and if she might finally get a new Google Pixel. You would never know it…| Rady Children's Health
Ethan is a boy who lives for adventure and off-road racing. Ethan and his family were no strangers to the thrill of exploring the desert in their quads, Jeeps, and UTVs. In 2015, for Christmas, they gifted Ethan a Polaris 170 Rzr, which he and his younger brother cruised around the desert in, creating countless…| Rady Children's Health
Two-year-old, Jazz Antes, can now enjoy a simple activity that was off-limits to him for so long: bubble baths. Taking a bath can be something we take for granted, but for parents Lydisha and James, it was a huge milestone for their son. “We wanted Jazz to experience some of the wonderful things about childhood,…| Rady Children's Health
Partners in Care Laura Mello’s first pregnancy seemed like a run-of-the-mill experience until it took a dramatic turn and her premature baby required specialized care to survive. “I had an easy pregnancy in the beginning,” says Laura. “It was a boring, plain-old pregnancy and the baby was doing well. I was naïve to think that…| Rady Children's Health
When 5-year-old Sage Blake walked into his first day of transitional kindergarten last fall, his mother, Kimberly, was there alongside other teary-eyed parents waving goodbye to their kids as they embarked on a new chapter. However, unlike a lot of the other moms who were sad to see their babies growing up, Kimberly was crying…| Rady Children's Health
One day, Hudson Wingate was a healthy 13-month-old headed for fun at daycare. The next day, he was headed for admission to Rady Children’s Hospital. His vocal cords were suddenly paralyzed, and he could hardly breathe. He could no longer pull himself up, walk, talk or swallow. The medical team’s best assessment, based on the…| Rady Children's Health
Ashlyn Frye hadn’t been feeling her best for the last several years. Teachers said she didn’t pay attention in class and would crawl under her desk to take a nap. At home, the 11-year-old seemed disconnected, says her mom Stacey Frye. “I was used to her being out of breath and tired,” Stacey recalls. “Just…| Rady Children's Health
Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego has recruited a prominent surgeon-researcher within its Orthopedics & Scoliosis program to advance knowledge of the genetic and biomechanical factors behind scoliosis; advances in patient care can lead to better outcomes and quality of life. When Michael Kelly, MD, director of scoliosis and spinal deformities at Rady Children’s Hospital, is asked…| Rady Children's Health
We are excited to announce the release of new patient and expert videos on the Alliance for Fertility Preservation website! At one of our Stakeholders’ Meetings this spring in Austin, Texas…| Alliance for Fertility Preservation
Adam was 11 in early 2024 when he and his bike slid under a downed tree. Such events aren’t unusual ...Read More The post Adam takes a pause from his active life for non-ossifying fibroma appeared first on Boston Children's Answers.| Boston Children's Answers
When Katie and Derek learned in 2024 that their daughter Hadley would be born with spina bifida, they quickly set ...Read More The post Choosing fetoscopic spina bifida care for Hadley appeared first on Boston Children's Answers.| Boston Children's Answers
A couple years ago, I wasn’t thinking much about my health. I was a little overweight, but nothing alarming. Life was busy working full-time while chasing around two wild but […]| United Ostomy Associations of America
12-year-old Ahmad was in a critical condition when he arrived at UK-Med’s type II field hospital in Al-Mawasi, Gaza. He had a severe leg injury, the result of a nearby airstrike.| UK-Med
Mona was walking to the makeshift tent she now calls home when the explosion happened across the street. She was 35 weeks pregnant. The post Gaza | Mona appeared first on UK-Med.| UK-Med
After a series of life-threatening medical challenges, Mass Eye and Ear patient Mark Schreiber reveals how the expert care he received from Kevin Emerick, MD, not only helped save his life, but also inspired him to give back to others in a meaningful way. Mark Schreiber woke up in a Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)… Read More »How a Life-Changing Skin Cancer Journey Inspired a New Mission The post How a Life-Changing Skin Cancer Journey Inspired a New Mission appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Mass Eye and Ear is pushing the bounds of discovery in dystonia research, utilizing artificial intelligence to diagnose and treat patients more accurately and timely. Watch this video from the 2023 Sense-ation! Gala to learn more about this research and hear one patient’s moving story. Imagine slowly losing your most valuable tool for communication, your… Read More »Advancing Dystonia Care Through Artificial Intelligence The post Advancing Dystonia Care Through Artificial Intelligence a...| FOCUS
After a near-fatal crash unveiled a massive cancer in his throat, Dan Kenney turned to a groundbreaking clinical trial led by Gregory W. Randolph, MD, FACS, FACE, to avoid disaster for a second time. Dan Kenney held on to the steering wheel for dear life. The breaks to his garbage truck had failed midway down… Read More »Escaping Disaster—Twice The post Escaping Disaster—Twice appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Elite athletes train for countless scenarios. Cancer isn’t one of them. Jack Quinlivan turned to Mass Eye and Ear to help navigate thyroid cancer shortly after a concussion rocked his professional hockey career. Jack Quinlivan doesn’t like to think about his first concussion. Few professional athletes do. The long, brown scar across his neck, however,… Read More »Checking Disaster off the Ice The post Checking Disaster off the Ice appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Rebecca Grasso experienced facial paralysis following a complicated procedure for a brain tumor. Today, thanks to a series of nerve transfers at Mass Eye and Ear, her face is close to resembling what it once was. Rebecca Grasso had just woken up from surgery when she first met Nate Jowett, MD, PhD, FRCSC. His introduction… Read More »Transferring a Nerve, Saving a Smile The post Transferring a Nerve, Saving a Smile appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Mass Eye and Ear patient, Eavan O’Neill, shares her journey with Stargardt disease and why she is thrilled to run in the 127th Boston Marathon to fundraise for a cure. Eavan O’Neill first noticed an issue with her vision in the eighth grade. While playing sports, like lacrosse and soccer, the ball looked blurry… Read More »26.2 Miles Closer to a Cure The post 26.2 Miles Closer to a Cure appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Leslie Pascual-Esposito decided to run the Boston Marathon for Team Eye and Ear as a celebration of her health and 40th birthday, nearly one year after she underwent surgery to remove a thyroid growth. By any measure, running the Boston Marathon is a feat of athleticism and endurance that is nothing short of impressive. For… Read More »“Running Towards Home” In Her First Marathon The post “Running Towards Home” In Her First Marathon appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Program offers parents virtual training and resources to tackle problems that might arise at home following discharge, such as with their child’s feeding tubes. Bringing home a newborn can be a challenging time for any family. For parents whose babies had to spend months in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) following birth and were… Read More »Transition-to-Home Program for NICU Babies Launched at Brigham and Women’s Hospital with Help from Mass Eye and Ear The post Transition-t...| FOCUS
A former head and neck cancer patient at Mass Eye and Ear wanted to help fellow patients take back priceless moments lost to their disease. Donating tickets to see the New England Patriots, he thought, was the least he could do. Joe Aliberti loves the New England Patriots. For two decades, his favorite team has… Read More »Paying Forward an Unforgettable Sunday Afternoon The post Paying Forward an Unforgettable Sunday Afternoon appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Ear, nose and throat surgeon Alex Grilli, MD, may be the first surgeon to perform and undergo a surgery at Mass Eye and Ear in the same day. His case also posed a unique challenge that would require two eye surgeons: Treating a torn retina in a patient with glaucoma. Alex Grilli, MD, had just… Read More »The Day an ENT Needed Emergency Eye Surgery The post The Day an ENT Needed Emergency Eye Surgery appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Following the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, Widerson Mompremier began a treatment journey for a rare eye cancer that brought him to Boston as a toddler, and forged a lasting connection with Mass Eye and Ear. A child from Haiti who received treatment from Mass Eye and Ear as a toddler returned to the hospital more… Read More »Journey from Haiti to Mass Eye and Ear and Back for Rare Eye Cancer The post <strong>Journey from Haiti to Mass Eye and Ear and Back for Rare Eye Cancer</strong> appeared...| FOCUS
A low-risk cataract surgery unexpectedly left Texas resident Michelle Randolph, a professional photographer, with blurred vision in her left eye. After years of struggling to find answers, Michelle began to give up, until a close friend suggested she travel across the country to Mass Eye and Ear. After moving to southern Texas in 2013, Michelle… Read More »Worth the Flight: Traveling from Texas to Boston for Sight Saving Care The post Worth the Flight: Traveling from Texas to Boston for S...| FOCUS
Researchers Zheng-Yi Chen, DPhil, and Qin Liu, MD, PhD, are combining forces to combat a rare disease that leads to blindness and deafness. Watch this video of Drs. Chen and Liu describing their research at the 2022 Sense-ation! Gala, and hear from patient Hannah Corderman on how an Usher syndrome diagnosis has impacted her life. Usher syndrome… Read More »Racing the Clock and Raising Hope for Usher Syndrome Patients The post Racing the Clock and Raising Hope for Usher Syndrome Patients...| FOCUS
Donald Masciadrelli was cleaning his yard when a tree branch ruptured the globe of his eye. After multiple surgeries and ongoing care from the Mass Eye and Ear Emergency Department, he will regain his vision. Donald Masciadrelli had taken the morning off from work to clear his property. He and his wife were building a… Read More »Open Globe Injury: The Road to Recovery The post Open Globe Injury: The Road to Recovery appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
When a bump on the eyelid is cancerous, a patient usually requires surgery to have it removed, which leaves behind a hole. Oculoplastic surgeons like Natalie Wolkow, MD, PhD, rely on specialized surgical techniques to reconstruct the eyelid to ensure the health of the eye and to leave it looking as cosmetically normal as possible. … Read More »Explaining Eyelid Reconstruction Following Skin Cancer Removal The post Explaining Eyelid Reconstruction Following Skin Cancer Removal appeared ...| FOCUS
Casey Finigan decided to turn to advocacy and raising funds for research after learning her father Willie was diagnosed with head and neck cancer. Since The Willie Fund launched last year, it has raised over $70,000 for head and neck cancer research. Finding out your loved one has cancer is an unsettling feeling. It’s not… Read More »Creating The Willie Fund to Honor Her Father’s Legacy The post Creating The Willie Fund to Honor Her Father’s Legacy appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
The decision to undergo laser vision correction is not an easy one. Once a patient does decide to pursue this course, there are several options he or she might be presented with during a consultation. Focus asked one patient to share his story, why he ultimately made the choice to undergo the procedure, and how… Read More »Choosing LASIK to See Clearly Outside the Camera Lens The post Choosing LASIK to See Clearly Outside the Camera Lens appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
In the 1990s, Gail Rogers had her life derailed by oral cancer. A complex tongue reconstruction she underwent at Mass Eye and Ear not only put her life back on track but allowed her to live out some of her most precious memories. In more than 30 years of practicing medicine, Mark A. Varvares, MD,… Read More »A New Tongue Built for a Life Well-lived The post A New Tongue Built for a Life Well-lived appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Bedside manner can make or break care. Just ask, Felicity Janczewski, of Worcester, Mass. Her experience seeing Gregory W. Randolph, MD, FACS, FACE, at Mass Eye and Ear for two suspicious lumps on her neck gave her the confidence to undergo surgery. Felicity Janczewski had been afraid of surgery her whole life. An alum of… Read More »Surgical Care That Begins At the Bedside The post Surgical Care That Begins At the Bedside appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
When patients struggle with obstructive sleep apnea and conventional treatments aren’t helping, a diagnostic procedure called a drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) can help identify what’s blocking the airway. After seeing Phillip A Huyett, MD, for the procedure, Billy Toto has been on a treatment course towards better sleep. Billy Toto left no stone unturned when… Read More »Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy Enables Close Look at Obstructive Sleep Apnea’s Cause The post Drug-Induced S...| FOCUS
The sun spares nobody. Just ask Bill Kieffer, who has lived with an aggressive form of skin cancer for what has felt like an eternity. Thankfully, Jessica Fewkes, MD, director of Mohs and Cutaneous Surgery at Mass Eye and Ear, has helped manage Bill’s cancer using Mohs surgery. Bill Kieffer thought he was invincible. Everyone… Read More »Correcting Decades of Sun Damage With Mohs Surgery The post Correcting Decades of Sun Damage With Mohs Surgery appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Twenty-four-year-old Liza Welch shares her experience with Mass Eye and Ear, and what’s inspired her to run the 126th Boston Marathon. In elementary school, Liza Welch knew her eyesight was worse than the other kids’ in her class. When she had eye tests done, though, it was in a controlled environment, without glare or poor… Read More »Eyes on the Finish Line The post Eyes on the Finish Line appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Mass Eye and Ear oculoplastic surgeon Michael K. Yoon, MD, was part of a team of doctors within the Mass General Brigham system who helped provide top medical care to an 11-year-old girl from Bangladesh with a rare form of eye cancer. Arpita Rani needed help. When the then 10-year-old from Bangladesh was diagnosed with… Read More »Saving Arpita’s Eye The post Saving Arpita’s Eye appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Former New England Patriots running back Brandon Bolden was treated at Mass Eye and Ear in 2018 for mucoepidermoid carcinoma. He kept his battle private until last year. Today, he shares his story to raise awareness about head and neck cancer and to urge others to live their lives to the fullest. Brandon Bolden is… Read More »Cancer Couldn’t Tackle Brandon Bolden The post Cancer Couldn’t Tackle Brandon Bolden appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Kerri Pietragallo was driven to run the 126th Boston Marathon by her personal experience of being a patient of Mass Eye and Ear. Kerri Pietragallo, a longtime patient of Mass Eye and Ear, is making her marathon debut this spring as a member of Team Eye and Ear. Directly impacted by the top-notch research and… Read More »Inspired to Run by a Lifetime of Care The post Inspired to Run by a Lifetime of Care appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Casey Finigan decided to turn to advocacy and raising funds for research after learning her father Willie was diagnosed with head and neck cancer. Finding out your loved one has cancer is an unsettling feeling. It’s not uncommon to hear stories about people losing their parents to this awful disease, but it’s hard to imagine… Read More »Creating The Willie Fund to Honor Her Father’s Legacy The post Creating The Willie Fund to Honor Her Father’s Legacy appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
In May, patient Michael Kalberer wrote about why he joined a revolutionary clinical trial where he was only the second person in the world to receive CRISPR gene editing inside the body. Michael recently provided an update on how he’s been doing since, and in what ways his vision has changed. In September 2020, Michael… Read More »CRISPR Gene Therapy Update: Seeing a Sunset The post CRISPR Gene Therapy Update: Seeing a Sunset appeared first on FOCUS.| FOCUS
Kwame Kwofie, a citizen of Ghana, found himself in uncharted territory when he faced a head and neck cancer diagnosis thousands of miles away from home.| UNC Lineberger
Against All Odds Greta came to UF in December of 2021 and was diagnosed with a fracture of her radius and ulna in her right front leg. She was transferred to Surgical Oncology for amputation and was diagnosed with osteosarcoma. She entered Dr. Rowan Milner’s UF GD3 Vaccine for Osteosarcoma Clinical Trial with chemotherapy…| research.vetmed.ufl.edu
But after Noah's parents learned he had MS, they knew that traveling from Florida to Neuroimmunology Center would be worth the trip.| Boston Children's Answers
Rghad’s legs lie motionless in her hospital bed, her mother, Linda, sits beside her, occasionally wiping the sweat from her daughter’s forehead. It is hot in the paediatric ward at UK-Med’s field hospital. It is hot in Gaza. The post Gaza | Rghad: The life-altering effects of the conflict appeared first on UK-Med.| UK-Med
When a serious medical diagnosis leads to frequent trips to the hospital and worrisome complications, it can be stressful for not just the patient, but their family as well. Marshfield Clinic Health System patient Bonnie discovered this in April when atrial fibrillation (AFib) landed her in the emergency room not once, but twice. “I had… The post “This was more intensive than home care.” appeared first on Contessa Health.| Contessa Health
After a choking scare, Amber feared eating. With help from an allergy psychologist, she’s back to cheering and eating confidently.| Boston Children's Answers
From the ICU to the long road back to health and giving back to the ostomy community with support and events such as the Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k.| United Ostomy Associations of America
Did you know having psoriasis can increase your risk of developing other conditions? We look at what these conditions are and how they relate to psoriasis.| GHLF Australia
We’re Christina and Molly — best friends who both have Crohn’s disease and ileostomies. Over the years, we’ve come to realize what a gift it is to have each other’s […] The post Meet Christina & Molly – Two Friends, One Mission appeared first on United Ostomy Associations of America.| United Ostomy Associations of America
When Rasmussen syndrome led June to experience more than 100 seizures a day, her mom brought her to our Neuroimmunology Center.| Boston Children's Answers
Carter and his family started changing the narrative about disability even before he was diagnosed with this rare condition.| Boston Children's Answers
Palliative care is not often thought of as a long-term option for managing patients’ health concerns, but Louie, a regular visitor to the Henry Ford Health system, has learned otherwise over the past year. In June of 2024, Louie enrolled in Henry Ford’s Palliative Care at Home, a program that helps people with chronic and… The post “I really think it’s good if you want to get involved in your care.” appeared first on Contessa Health.| Contessa Health
Asa once wondered if he’d ever feel better, experiencing abdominal pain and severe diarrhea since birth. Genomic sequencing changed his life.| Boston Children's Answers
Welcome to the Your Story Our Fight Podcast Page! The Your Story Our Fight® podcast gives a voice to lupus patients while continuing Lupus LA’s mission to raise lupus awareness worldwide. Hosted by the Chairman of Lupus LA and lupus patient himself, Adam Selkowitz, patients from all walks of life share stories about their unique| LUPUS LA -
