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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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Quilted comfort connects family to cancer caregivers
Patient Stories Quilted comfort connects family to cancer caregivers

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

Stitch by stitch, this family remains connected to IU Health long after the loss of their loved one. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org There were hugs, and there were m...
How LEGO helps this patient get through chemo one project at a time
Patient Stories How LEGO helps this patient get through chemo one project at a time

IU Health Simon Cancer Center

When a father of four was diagnosed with lymphoma, he turned to a child’s pass time to help get him through treatment. By TJ Banes, IU Health Senior Journalist, tfender1@iuhealth.org As he recently ...
She donated a liver to a brother from another mother
Patient Stories She donated a liver to a brother from another mother

IU Health University Hospital

They grew up separated by two houses. Their mothers were friends before they were born. When her childhood friend needed a liver transplant, Andrhea Wilkins stepped forward. By TJ Banes, IU Health Se...
New tools lead to earlier, safer lung cancer detection
We are IU Health New tools lead to earlier, safer lung cancer detection

IU Health Arnett Hospital

Jim Neyhart is one of several patients in the Lafayette area who are benefiting from IU Health Arnett's lung nodule program and specifically, robotic navigational bronchoscopy. After a body scan revea...
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 ...