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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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Physical therapy is part of this patient’s healing from cancer diagnosis
Patient Stories Physical therapy is part of this patient’s healing from cancer diagnosis

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

A studio artist describes how her treatment and recovery extend beyond her cancer diagnosis. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org. Every week, Laurel “Laurie” Wright and h...
Heartfelt care during the worst of times
We are IU Health Heartfelt care during the worst of times

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

“It was the hardest summer of my life.” When Michalene Reilly, 71, looks back at the summer of 2023, she finds the “whole cancer thing” to be minor compared to losing her youngest daughter. “Two wee...
Parents open up about bittersweet 136-day NICU stay
Patient Stories Parents open up about bittersweet 136-day NICU stay

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital

Jacie Oxley delivered twins at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital when she was just 23-weeks pregnant. She and her husband, Bryce, were devastated hours later when they learned one of the twins, their s...
Heart transplant patient says physical therapy crucial to good outcome
Patient Stories Heart transplant patient says physical therapy crucial to good outcome

IU Health Methodist Hospital

Tommy Flynn has been at Methodist Hospital since mid-July waiting for, then receiving, and now recovering from his second heart transplant. During his stay physical therapists have worked with Tommy t...
Patient Stories Relief after years of pain

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Jerry M. first started getting severe headaches after a softball injury. A second injury turned those intermittent headaches into a constant presence. “Nothing would work, even the stuff they gave me...