A patient’s story about prostate cancer. A doctor’s encouragement.Bob Patterson's storyBob Patterson, prostate cancer survivor, talks about his cancer treatment and what it meant to have a skilled team of professionals helping him fight his battle. Dr. Jay Bishoff's encouragementIntermountain cancer expert Dr. Jay Bishoff speaks about prostate cancer, its treatment, and how technology and teamwork leads to treatment success. Six patients tell their stories and give others hope.Deb Heywood's storyDeb Heywood now knows the importance of having an annual mammogram for breast cancer, after finding a lump she waited, reluctant to get care, but with the encouragement of her husband, she eventually saw a physician. The diagnosis was cancer, but with help of doctors and nurses, she received the care and support to be cancer free today. Deb now recommends to everyone not to wait, if you find something suspicious, get it check out as soon as possible. Susan Hancey's storySusan Hancey, discovered she had breast cancer through regular a mammography screening, thankfully, with the help the cancer center at Logan Regional Hospital, she was able to get the treatment she needed to be cancer free today. Kaye Petersen's storyDuring a routine mammogram, doctors discovered breast cancer in Kaye Lani Petersen. Thanks to early detection and a team of quick responding doctors and surgeons she is cancer free today. Dani Frank's storyDani Franks, a West Haven Elementary school teacher, tells of her diagnosis of breast cancer, her treatment, and her eventual victory over it. Cathy Cooper's storyCathy, a Life Flight nurse, talks of being positive in your fight with breast cancer, and reassures people there is help. Mary Ann Nelson's storyAs a retiree, mother and grandmother, Mary Ann Nelson recounts her own battle with two types of cancer, and that being positive can help you overcome it. Dr. Reading's PhilosophyIntermountain physician, Dr. Reading, talks about her philosophy. Four patients share their stories of victory over Head and Neck Cancers.Mitch Molling's storyMitch Molling went in to have a bump on his arm checked out, during which his doctor noticed an unusual looking glad on his neck. Mitch had throat cancer that was spreading, but with surgery and extensive treatment, Mitch will be able to enjoy his family’s company for many more years to come. Trayvn Sinclair's storyWhitney Sinclair heard the words every mom fears, her one-year old baby, Trayvn, had a deadly form of brain cancer. The prognosis was a slim chance of survival. Against all odds, Travyn is not only alive and cancer free 2 years later, but is progressing faster than anyone hoped. Colleen Santistevan's StoryColleen, an avid outdoors enthusiast, talks about throat cancer, and how a team of experts supported her throughout the healing process. Lonnie Thompson's storyLonnie Thompson is an avid golfer. He’s also a carcinoma survivor who knows fighting cancer has a lot to do with believing you can beat it. Three patients and a doctor speak of GI cancers, and the ways it can be beaten.Pam Cook's storyPam Cook, a Utah County resident and pancreatic cancer survivor, talks of the attitude she took as she fought – and won – her battle against cancer. Leslie Abraham's storyLeslie Abraham, from Central Valley, speaks of the emotions surrounding a rectal cancer diagnosis, and how friends, family, and great care supported her. Mary Ann Nelson's storyAs a retiree, mother and grandmother, Mary Ann Nelson recounts her own battle with two types of cancer, and that being positive can help you overcome it. Dr. Ott on Team CareIntermountain physician, Dr. Mark Ott, tells of the importance of coordinated care when treating cancer. Two cancer patients recount their own battles and encourage others to not give up.Karen Wade's storyMother Karen Wade describes her lengthy battle with leukemia, and how well she’s doing now. Scott Brumfield's storyDixie State head football coach Scott Brumfield recounts his own experience with lymphoma and how cancer was a whole new challenge in his life. |
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