Patient Stories

Michelle's story

Michelle Nasser used her stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis to inspire others. Learn how a UT Physicians colorectal surgeon guided her journey with kindness and respect.

Fernando's story

New research and advanced science is helping more CDH babies grow into adults. Now UT Physicians is filling a void to provide specialized health care to adult CDH patients.

Samantha's story

Maternal-fetal medicine specialist provides expertise to allow a woman with a vasa previa pregnancy to have a healthy delivery.

Lee's story

Fifty years of running required one active senior to need double knee replacements. Learn how the procedures improved his bowlegged frame and enabled him to participate in distance running again.

Jazael's story

Clubfoot can be treated weeks after birth with full-leg casts, stretching, and therapy. Learn how a UT Physicians pediatric orthopedic surgeon treated Jazael’s birth defect and supported his mom.

Kinsley's story

Born with a third nostril and webbed fingers, a team of UT Physicians pediatric plastic surgeons helped a 6-year-old girl to breathe normally, and maximize the use of her left hand.

Sofia’s story

In the two years since her last procedure, 9-year-old Sofia Speir has been nearly seizure-free. Learn how the pediatric epilepsy program at UT Physicians vastly improved her quality of life.

Sam's story

A team of UT Physicians orthopedic surgeons helped a police officer shot in the line of duty. Learn how extensive procedures and his determination got him back to helping Houston two years later.

Marco's story

A UT Physicians orthopedic surgeon saved the day for one athlete. Today, he is achieving his college athletic dreams.

Six's story

Through a healthy dietary change, Natisha ‘Six’ Robinson was able to get off medications and lose weight. Learn how she made this turnaround through care from gastroenterologist Pritesh Mutha, MD.

Jennifer's story

Jennifer Setterbo’s discovery of a lump led to a diagnosis of stage 2 breast cancer. Learn how oncologist Jessica Jones, MD, and surgeon Emily Robinson, MD, provided life-saving care.

Reuben's story

An extremely active senior didn’t want to dial back his activities due to pain. A UT Physicians orthopedic surgeon replaced both his shoulders, knowing they’d be tested to the max.

Jude's story

A Florida twin born with undiagnosed cerebral palsy comes to Texas for life-changing surgery.

Sue's story

The discovery of oral cancer in Sue Gordon’s upper jaw led her to UTHealth Houston. Learn how the team devised a plan to remove the cancer and replace Sue’s upper jaw through reconstructive surgery.

LaKisha Williams had dealt with painful stomachaches and nausea for years. Through treatment and consultation from gastroenterologist Brooks Cash, MD, she now manages her condition and sees better days moving forward.

Gizelle's story

Young athlete Gizelle Rodriguez was sidelined from volleyball when she suffered a serious head injury.

Roy's story

Roy Gray’s knee started giving out after years of an active lifestyle. Learn how a UT Physicians orthopedic surgeon gave this 70-year-old a new knee that had him surfing again in three months.

Jamie's story

After having a stroke early in her pregnancy, Jamie McCown was connected to a team at UT Physicians. Learn how they helped her deliver a healthy baby.

Christine's story

Years of migraine pain meant Christine Ryan had to find a different way to tackle her role as a mom. Learn how a neurologist helped her find relief she never dreamed possible.

Ellison's story

A scoliosis diagnosis did not keep Ellison McDonald down. Learn how bracing and spine surgery helped get her back to competitive dance quickly.

SJ's story

Scott ‘SJ’ Drake was born with a cleft lip and palate. Learn how treatment through pediatric plastic surgery has helped him achieve a new smile.

Tanner's story

Tanner Staff nearly lost his hand due to a fireworks accident. Learn how an orthopedic hand surgeon helped save it.

Mark's story

Instead of competing with his family at the Houston rodeo, Mark Wise wound up suffering from cardiac arrest. Learn how his life was saved.

Tyrone's story

Stomach pain forced Tyrone Dallas to sleep sitting up every night. Today, he is sleeping well and pain free, thanks to Dr. Pritesh Mutha’s innovative procedure.

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