Patient Story
‘I get back much more than I give’
A cancer survivor finds new purpose.
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- April 11, 2019
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Author:
Alyssa Allen
Alyssa Allen has worked in the communications industry for 20 years, starting as a newspaper reporter and then moving into marketing and public relations. Now, as a writer and editor, she loves to tell stories about interesting people and ideas. You might spot her around Grand Rapids with her husband and two children. They are hard to miss since they all have red hair. When she’s not keeping up with her kids, she enjoys reading, walking around her neighborhood and exploring West Michigan.
Posts from Alyssa Allen
‘Anything you can do makes it a little better’
Two volunteers, 1,000 hours, lots of smiles. Add it up and you get nothing short of total joy.
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- April 7, 2019
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Patient Story
‘I finally found my voice’
A preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome survivor’s journey leads to activism.
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- March 27, 2019
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De vuelta en la carrera
Ted Droski sufrió la pérdida de una pierna en un repentino accidente automovilístico. Desde entonces se ha convertido en ejemplo del espíritu humano que emerge más fuerte que nunca ante la adversidad.
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- March 4, 2019
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Patient Story
Back in the race
Ted Droski suffered the loss of a leg in a sudden car crash. He has since become a shining example of how the human spirit can emerge from adversity stronger than ever.
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- February 27, 2019
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Patient Story
‘I would never go anywhere else’
A distance of 150 miles couldn't separate one expectant mom from regular appointments with the midwife who guided her through four pregnancies.
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- February 24, 2019
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Patient Story
‘The loss of that baby will always be with me’
A young family and a midwife bond through life and loss.
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- January 30, 2019
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Patient Story
‘I really see God’s hand’
A soccer player defies the odds of cardiac arrest thanks to a teammate’s quick action.
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- January 14, 2019
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Patient Story
‘A piece of comfort’
A third-time mother trusts her care team when things get scary in the delivery room.
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- December 12, 2018
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Patient Story
‘They called us blue babies’
For one Michigan woman, a doctor's retirement brings back memories of miracles.
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- December 10, 2018
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Patient Story
‘I just love what I do’
A longtime OB-GYN has built a legacy that spans generations for families in West Michigan and beyond.
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- November 28, 2018
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