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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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Med student collapses during rounds, reunites with those who helped
We are IU Health Med student collapses during rounds, reunites with those who helped

IU Health Methodist Hospital

For months Katherine Modrall thought her frequent headaches and balance issues were simply due to the stress of medical school. But while rounding one day at Riley Hospital for Children, her symptoms ...
Hunting accident brings a companion and common bond to Methodist Hospital
Patient Stories Hunting accident brings a companion and common bond to Methodist Hospital

IU Health Methodist Hospital

Two Indiana men met through work and now share a bond of healing through similar accidents. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org It was a crisp October morning when Christ...
Senior skydiver receives hip replacement at IU Health Saxony using bikini incision to reduce scarring
Patient Stories Senior skydiver receives hip replacement at IU Health Saxony using bikini incision to reduce scarring

IU Health Saxony Hospital

DonnaMae Lindman is on a mission to complete the bucket list she and her husband made years ago. The 91-year-old has been skydiving, ridden in a hot air balloon and ziplined. However, in 2023, severe ...
Simon Cancer Center patients sing their way through Taylor Swift concert
Patient Stories Simon Cancer Center patients sing their way through Taylor Swift concert

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

One was surprised by a ticket, the other was thrilled she got the green light from her oncologist. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org Kaitlin Lutes didn’t know the perso...
Making a beautiful birthing experience in Bloomington
We are IU Health Making a beautiful birthing experience in Bloomington

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Like many expecting parents, Autum Martin and Joe Brown had prepared a birth plan detailing how they wanted to bring their daughter into the world back home in Asheville, North Carolina. And then cam...