Annie enrolled in the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) to help her manage her complex relationship with food. She was then diagnosed with a large tumor in her chest. Her work...
Kil's inspiring journey highlights the power of organ donation and the exceptional care provided by Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health. After being diagnosed with interstitial lung disease, Kil faced a life-changing...
In January 2023, Brent Beardall experienced a life-changing airplane accident that set him on a challenging path to recovery. Join us as we share Brent's inspiring journey at Neilsen Rehabilitation...
In Summer 2023, John Lesny Drake was attending Cadet Troop Leader Training with the U.S. Army Reserve at Fort Bliss, Texas. Having a few days off, John joined friends at...
Last year Mindy Torman's adventures had to take a back seat after she suffered from a bad episode of vertigo, something she had never experienced before.
Cody Harris has suffered from severe depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder since he was seven years old. When effective treatment options seemed to be running out, Harris’...
In 2006, Steve Pitkin suffered a serious heart attack while hiking above Salt Lake City with his daughter.  The main artery in Pitkin’s heart was completely blocked, leaving 70% of...
After experiencing the heartbreaking loss of her first baby, Nicole Atzeni found hope and personalized care through the Pregnancy After Loss Program at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health. With the support...
Larry Pincus, a 68-year-old avid skier, broke his wrist just days before a long-anticipated ski trip to Alaska. Thanks to the coordinated care Snowbird Clinic and the Injury Clinic at...
For her entire life, Jenny Livingston has lived with the devastating effects of cystic fibrosis, which used to send her to the hospital three to four times each year. However...
Retired fire captain Shawn M. Graves celebrates the 8-year anniversary of his life-saving double lung transplant at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health. Graves, who was diagnosed with COPD, credits his transplant...
After struggling for years with severe OCD, Jorun Christianson found hope through deep brain stimulation at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health. This innovative treatment transformed his life, allowing him to reconnect...
Hannah Britton was involved in a severe car accident that resulted in the tragic death of her boyfriend, Broc, and left her with multiple life-threatening injuries, including 23 broken bones...
Linda Smith and her husband, Lee Shuster, started attending Peak fitness classes in 1999. Decades later, they're still enjoying what Peak Health & Wellness has to offer.
When Linda experienced an ischemic stroke, her small-town hospital's partnership with Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health's telestroke program provided critical, timely care. With expert evaluation and rapid treatment, Linda not only...
After the devastating loss of her daughter, Emily Scott found hope and healing through the personalized care and support of the Pregnancy After Loss Program at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health...
Tiffany Fonohema, an active Utah resident, became a quadruple amputee after a severe pneumonia in 2017. Despite losing her arms and legs, she received prosthetics and worked hard to regain...
Kim Kolstad was 41 years old when she was first introduced to adaptive sports. Kolstad was born with arthrogryposis, a rare condition that affects your muscles and joints. Kolstad uses...
Heather Miller's St. Patrick's Day took an unfortunate turn when she tripped during a neighborhood game, resulting in a broken arm and dislocated wrist. Follow her journey with Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of...
Michael Martinez, a former mountain biker and bodybuilder, faced a life-changing diagnosis when he discovered he had a metastatic brain tumor originating from kidney cancer. With the support of U...
Mary Brickey, an artist, teacher, and mother, faced a life-altering motorcycle accident in October 2022, resulting in the loss of her leg. Despite the severe injury, multiple surgeries, and six...
Jaymie Maines delivered her first son stillborn. The loss left her family devasted. She was referred to Dr. Robert Silver at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health who helped her deliver 3...
Twelve years after receiving a life-saving double lung transplant at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health, Doug Akagi is thriving and celebrating his health. As a long-term transplant survivor, Doug's story showcases...
Randy Woolley started experiencing radiating chest pain while making candy for his family’s candy company. He was taken by life flight to Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah hospital. Randy was having a...
