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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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From football to transplant, this ‘coach’ wants to help others
Patient Stories From football to transplant, this ‘coach’ wants to help others

IU Health University Hospital

Allan Halliburton is taking a lesson from the play book. He’s helping others make it through their tough times by practicing and imparting the coping skills he learned firsthand. By TJ Banes, IU Heal...
Trauma patients use art therapy to process and heal
We are IU Health Trauma patients use art therapy to process and heal

IU Health Methodist Hospital

Ella Beardsley is an intern who, for the past several months, has been helping Methodist Hospital's trauma team develop an art therapy program for patients. "One of the biggest benefits of art therapy...
Chronic pain patient is walking again after aquatic therapy
We are IU Health Chronic pain patient is walking again after aquatic therapy

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

“I usually had to work three jobs to make ends meet. I always worked hard physically, which came at a cost.” Back problems and chronic pain led to this patient being bedridden just one year ago, and ...
Mother of three donates kidney to a stranger
Patient Stories Mother of three donates kidney to a stranger

IU Health University Hospital

Through one woman’s generosity, a stranger received an opportunity to receive a kidney from a living donor. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org Years ago, Catherine “Cath...
After cancer reoccurrence college administrator speaks out to help others
Patient Stories After cancer reoccurrence college administrator speaks out to help others

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

Derry Ebert has learned much from his cancer journey. Now he wants to encourage others. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org It was never easy. On his worst day, Derry E...