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Rick’s Story

How a new, noninvasive procedure helped him to live life without essential tremor

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Sara Siddiqui's Story

Eighteen years later, Sara thanks the doctor who changed her life

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Barbara's Story

Regaining strength and hope after lung cancer

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Mark Owsianiak's Story

Retired Chicago firefighter faces pancreatic cancer.

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Gina’s Story

Catching lung cancer early saved this lifelong smoker

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Janice's Story

Facing breast cancer with a compassionate, expert team

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Leanna's Story

Finding healing after breast cancer

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Adam’s Story

A telehealth visit for a painful tongue lesion ended up saving Adam's life

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Ken's Story

Regaining a steady hand thanks to focused ultrasound

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Pam's Story

After a severe knee injury that could only be treated at Rush, Pam Strobel wants to help others facing similar challenges