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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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Decades after mastectomy, patient finds relief through occupational therapy
Patient Stories Decades after mastectomy, patient finds relief through occupational therapy

IU Health Tipton Hospital

Heidi Freeman is no stranger to resilience. A Tipton County native, she enjoys spending time with her husband, restoring antique cars and traveling with family. But beneath her active lifestyle was a ...
Sudden symptoms to survivorship: Brittany Zedaker’s head and neck cancer journey
Patient Stories Sudden symptoms to survivorship: Brittany Zedaker’s head and neck cancer journey

IU Health North Hospital

By Emma Avila, epackard1@iuhealth.org, writer for IU Health’s Metro Region After months of misdiagnosed symptoms, 38-year-old Brittany Zedaker learned she had tongue cancer. With surgery, treatment a...
Grateful patient thanks IU Health North team for seamless cardiac care
Patient Stories Grateful patient thanks IU Health North team for seamless cardiac care

IU Health North Hospital

When Karol Clark, a 72-year-old retired nurse, came in for her annual wellness exam at IU Health North, she wasn’t expecting to have a heart attack. Thanks to the quick thinking of physicians and team...
Patient on hyperbaric oxygen therapy- that kind of healing is really incredible
Patient Stories Patient on hyperbaric oxygen therapy- that kind of healing is really incredible
David Copenhaver's colorectal cancer journey has involved chemotherapy, radiation and multiple surgeries. The radiation left him with open wounds on his lower back that wouldn't heal. That's when doct...
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...