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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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Teen patient thrives with assistance from home infusion program
Patient Stories Teen patient thrives with assistance from home infusion program
Daily life has become a little easier for seventeen-year-old Erica thanks to IU Health’s home infusion program. Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease over a decade ago, Erica relies on intravenous medication...
New Palestine teen, athlete recovering from two-car accident
Patient Stories New Palestine teen, athlete recovering from two-car accident

IU Health Methodist Hospital

She’s suffered broken bones, surgery and a hospital stay through the holidays, now this teen is recovering at home. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org On a snowy Friday,...
Daughter of nephrologist donates kidney to a stranger
Patient Stories Daughter of nephrologist donates kidney to a stranger

IU Health University Hospital

Cara Blair learned early in life the importance of organ donation. When she had an opportunity to become a living donor, she donated to a stranger. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@...
Patient, 50, in remission after late-stage prostate cancer diagnosis
Patient Stories Patient, 50, in remission after late-stage prostate cancer diagnosis

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Mike Waber's treatment for stage-4 prostate cancer began at IU Health Arnett shortly after doctors diagnosed him. While Mike, a landscaper by trade, felt good about the plan he also sought out a secon...
‘Top-Notch care’ influenced college student to study medicine
Patient Stories ‘Top-Notch care’ influenced college student to study medicine
Nearly a year ago, a college student was in ICU. Now, she is looking at a career modeling one of the caregivers she credits for saving her life. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuh...