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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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Patient is transplant athlete medal winner
Patient Stories Patient is transplant athlete medal winner

IU Health University Hospital

She lives her life to the fullest because she was given a second chance. By IU Health Senior Journalist, TJ Banes, tfender1@iuhealth It’s been 15 years since Kathleen “Kathy” Lewis received a kidney t...
Breast cancer researcher learns firsthand about lung cancer
Patient Stories Breast cancer researcher learns firsthand about lung cancer
Both professionally and personally, Alesha Arnold was well aware of one cancer. But, when she heard her own diagnosis, it was a complete shock. By IU Health Senior Journalist, TJ Banes, tfender1@iuh...
Honoring a father’s life and legacy
Patient Stories Honoring a father’s life and legacy

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Amie Blumling, pictured above with her father, urges everyone to get a quick, easy and affordable lung scan. Amie Blumling lost her dad, Michael “Buck” Buchmiller, to lung cancer in 2015. Now, she is...
How unexpected events joined a trauma patient, a praying dog
Patient Stories How unexpected events joined a trauma patient, a praying dog

IU Health Methodist Hospital

If Brian Calvert has learned anything over the past decade it’s this: “Sometimes things don’t go as planned.” A house fire and a hunting accident brought him where he is today. By IU Health Senior Jou...
Patient is lost for words to describe gratitude - She’s giving back
Patient Stories Patient is lost for words to describe gratitude - She’s giving back

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

After her own hospitalization, this patient is brightening the lives of others. By IU Health Senior Journalist, TJ Banes, tfender1@iuhealth.org Her late mother always told Lisa Graves: “Look around yo...