Lung Cancer Survivor Feels Connected to Hoag
“I was impressed with his expertise with robotic surgery,” she said. “I thought, ‘This is good. I can stay right here and be treated at Hoag.’”
Read Mary's StoryA Diabetes Success Story 75 Years in the Making
“It’s never too late to make a life change.”
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Complex Bladder Cancer Patient Finds Experience & Compassion
“I am not sure what Hoag is doing different, but it shows. All of their staff is so caring and beyond qualified. They were constantly focused on my needs and I never felt lost in my cancer journey,” said Chuck.
Read My StoryHoag Stokes Fire Captain's Ambitious Rehab Goals
“People ask me, ‘How did you do it?’ And I always say, ‘Faith, family, friends and a lot of hard work,” he said. “Hoag bought in and really pushed me. I’m still getting better.”
Read My StoryFullerton Resident Vigilant in Fight Against Diabetes
James Tillman couldn’t understand why his throat was so incredibly dry. Even after guzzling three 32-ounce bottles of water and getting a good night’s rest, the dryness persisted. A healthy, 26-year old, James had begun to notice that over the past four months he was feeling fatigued and abnormally thirsty. By August 2018, his symptoms … Continued
Read My StoryFour Breast Cancer Diagnoses. Two Rare Genetic Mutations.
Breast surgeon, Dr. Sadia Khan, walked me through every step of the process from the diagnostic work up, to testing with genetic counselors and discussing my surgical options. I love the way she was able to take the medical terms and make them understandable through analogies. She has such positive energy and made me feel more comfortable through this difficult process.
Read My StoryHoag’s CLIMB Program Cares for the Caregivers & Their Children
"Within the first week of diagnosis, I was thinking, ‘How do we manage this in terms of mental health?’ I’ve never had therapy before. Nobody in our nuclear family has. We have never had to navigate anything like this."
Read My StoryProstate Cancer Treatment at Hoag Gives Patient a New ‘Calling’
“I had excellent results with everything. There are always potential side effects, like incontinence. I had zero.”
Read My StoryThyroid Cancer Survivor Receives New Innovative Procedure
“I’m very glad I did this. I couldn’t believe how easy it was, recovery was great, and I have felt amazing ever since.”
Read My StoryFrom Wreckage to Innovation
“Dr. Demeure is very understanding and knowledgeable. He made me feel better about all of it. And the nurses went above and beyond, and they were so nice and patient. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience."
Read My StoryHoag Offers the Support and Understanding ‘Previvors’ Need
“Going into a place like this makes me feel loved because they really care, and it gives me that peace of mind that these people understand.”
Read My StoryOvercoming the Odds: One Woman’s Quest to Get Back to Normal
“I got exceptional care from experts at Hoag.”
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