Patient Stories

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Patient Story

‘It can provide hope’

Kids, families and caregivers celebrate the gift of organ donation as they meet the new Gift of Life Michigan mascot.

Patient Story

Therapy on the slopes

When Kyle Kelly injured his knee, he made no plans to slow down. With help from his physical therapist, he set out for a world record.

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‘The best decision’

After brain surgery, a Michigan teen is finally winning in his lifelong battle against seizures.

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‘So much more energy’

Short medical fasts are giving a Michigan mom improved health and vitality.

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‘She’s overcome so much’

After pregnancy loss, ovarian cancer and the birth of her “miracle babies,” Heather David hopes for normalcy.

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Building Momentum

A 12-week program is guiding patients to better health through customized fitness.

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‘Honored to be his mom’

Forget all the tests and treatments. Jase Amesbury embraces life with joy—swimming, bike riding and playing with his sister.

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‘We love these kids’

With skill and grace, the Child and Family Life team brings education and entertainment to young patients.

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‘More than a frequent flyer’

In his battle against kidney disease, 11-year-old Isaac has become a familiar, smiling face at dialysis treatments.

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On the move

Chronic pain had long hampered Jim Houseman's active lifestyle—until he found a new treatment plan.

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‘Catch me if I fall’

For Tim Brouwer, a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis felt devastating—but it also opened him to a world of hope and kindness.

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‘Exciting possibilities’

Parents, grandparents and caregivers assemble their time and talents to help a Michigan boy in his battle against a rare form of epilepsy.