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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 rehab Patient Stories February 18, 2024 Retired pastor recovers in second round of 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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Couple welcomes baby in Emergency department after rapid labor
Patient Stories Couple welcomes baby in Emergency department after rapid labor

IU Health Saxony Hospital

Written by Emma Avila, epackard1@iuhealth.org, writer for IU Health’s Metro Region During an unexpectedly rapid labor, the highly skilled team at IU Health Saxony’s Emergency department delivered a h...
Mother, daughter diagnosed with breast cancer four weeks apart
Patient Stories Mother, daughter diagnosed with breast cancer four weeks apart

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

Kathlyn “Kathie” West is the third generation of women in her family diagnosed with breast cancer. Now, she’s in the care of IU Health’s Bryan Schneider. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfe...
Pulmonary Rehab helps IU Health Saxony patient breathe easier and live fully
Patient Stories Pulmonary Rehab helps IU Health Saxony patient breathe easier and live fully

IU Health Saxony Hospital

Written by Emma Avila, epackard1@iuhealth.org, writer for IU Health’s Metro Region Carl McGarvey, who has pulmonary fibrosis, attends IU Health Saxony’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program multip...
NICU team supports nurse through cancer journey
We are IU Health NICU team supports nurse through cancer journey

IU Health North Hospital

Carla Walsh has been a nurse in IU Health North’s Riley Children’s Health neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) since the hospital opened in 2005. She felt called to take care of the babies and their fa...
Remote Patient Monitoring Program offers patient comfort and confidence at home
Patient Stories Remote Patient Monitoring Program offers patient comfort and confidence at home
Retired nurse Carol Short has been battling congestive heart failure (CHF) with the support of IU Health's Remote Patient Monitoring Program. Initially, the unfamiliarity with new technology was daunt...