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Patient Stories – No Matter the Odds

Odds are, most Hoosiers won't have to tap into our full depth of knowledge or find themselves seeking out one of our expert specialists. But in the unlikely event that "What If?" turns to "What now?," people can find peace of mind in knowing Indiana University Health is there. Explore the patient stories below to see the impact of our system, showcasing real patient experiences and our dedication to making Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Patient Stories A boy's battle and a brother's bond Will Flannery was the youngest of four boys. Some of his favorite activities included playing games, building legos, and solving puzzles with his 10-y... A boy's battle and a brother's bond
Retired pastor recovers in second round of cardio rehab Patient Stories February 18, 2024 Retired pastor recovers in second round of cardio rehab By Emma Avila, epackard1@iuhealth.org, writer for IU Health’s Indianapolis Suburban Region Haro...
Woman reconnects with lifesavers after cardiac arrest Patient Stories February 13, 2024 Woman reconnects with lifesavers after cardiac arrest By Emma Avila, epackard1@iuhealth.org, writer for IU Health’s Indianapolis Suburban Region Afte...
Heart transplant list 'a waiting game' Patient Stories February 7, 2024 Heart transplant list 'a waiting game' Jacob Kleber has been on the heart transplant list for a little more than a year and while he doe...

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Husband and wife turned to Kyle Hornsby, MD, for heart challenges
Patient Stories Husband and wife turned to Kyle Hornsby, MD, for heart challenges

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Jerry and Linda Hawkins, married for over six years, have both faced heart challenges throughout most of that time. “We’ve both had several issues with Atrial Fibrillation (AFib). Sometimes, it fel...
Defying Murphy’s Law with IU Health Bloomington Oncology experts
Patient Stories Defying Murphy’s Law with IU Health Bloomington Oncology experts

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Kathryn Murphy is facing cancer for the second time in just six years. After originally battling and overcoming triple-negative breast cancer in 2019, she unexpectedly received a lung cancer diagnos...
Speed and team were key to this cancer fight
Patient Stories Speed and team were key to this cancer fight

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Marcia Harper, knowing she was at high risk for breast cancer, routinely went in for mammograms until the COVID-19 pandemic hit and she found herself unable to be seen. So, she performed her own self...
A leaky valve and a minimally invasive option
Patient Stories A leaky valve and a minimally invasive option

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Shortness of breath and fatigue were the first signs that something was wrong for Laura May. Then, she was driving to work one day and suddenly began feeling very sick. A visit to the doctor found he...
It started with a routine scan
Patient Stories It started with a routine scan

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Jennifer Butcher, originally from Bloomington, now calls the quiet town of Avoca, Indiana home. That calm was disrupted in January 2022 when she received a diagnosis that turned her world upside down....