Patient Stories

LaKisha's story

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.

Joseph’s story

During a recent outing to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Joseph Ennes III, a Nashville native, experienced a life-changing cardiac event.

Mickey's story

Mickey Wright could hardly move his body due to cerebral palsy, but a life-changing surgery has this 7-year-old moving forward!

Hannah's story

Chronic back pain kept Hannah from playing sports, but thanks to the problem-solving of Angie Curtis, MD, the teen is back in the game!

Megan's story

Megan Le’s battle with uterine fibroids threatened her ability to have children and severely affected her quality of life. Learn more about her journey back to health.

Randy's story

Two tripping accidents caused Randy to break his right forearm twice, but his limb is fine thanks to expert care and natural youth repair.

Jay's story

He contracted HIV in 1998, yet today this patient lives a strong, healthy, and normal life thanks to advanced medicine and managed care.

Brian's story

Brian Blackburne used to take antacids daily, but his life changed following diet recommendations from his physician. Read his personal journey on progress.

Kasey's story

A Houstonian is back on her bike doing what she loves following care by the orthopedics team. Read more about her journey.

Bryan's story

Bryan Reece suffered severe breaks from a traumatic motorcycle accident, but he is coming back quickly thanks to his skilled team of surgeons.

Active senior beats AFib with expert care

Thanks to the advanced cardiac procedures he received, Glen Provost can still play hard and not worry about having a life-debilitating stroke.

Vernita's story

A full-time grandmother receives the life-saving treatment she needs to fight her genetic disease.

TJ's story

A high-risk esophageal cancer patient gets a new chance at life thanks to a groundbreaking surgical technique

Ryan's story

This summer, a pre-teen from Nigeria received a corrective surgery from a pediatric urologist. Now he heads home with a new life — and friend!

Kisha's story

Since receiving treatment at the UT Physicians Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center for pain tied to sickle cell disease, Kisha McClintock hasn’t returned to the emergency room in over a year.

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