Stories

Sophia Clem is a pioneer as the first vertebral body tethering patient in Colorado, and thriving six years later.

After months of weakness, dizziness and vision changes, Kristie discovered a benign brain tumor. Timely surgery helped her recover quickly.

Abby Plotke earned a DAISY Award after combining exceptional clinical skill with compassionate, individualized care for an ICU patient experiencing pain and anxiety. By recognizing his humming as a coping mechanism and singing to comfort him, she transformed a difficult procedure into a meaningful moment of connection.

In less than a year, Ashlee has helped transform 6MAC through people-first leadership, hands-on support and a strong commitment to education and accountability. Her ability to lead by example, build trust and strengthen clinical practice earned her a nomination for the Transformational Leadership Nurse Excellence Award.

While sarcomas — a rare group of cancers in wish malignant cells form in the bones or soft tissues of the body — represent 1% of adult cancer cases, they disproportionally affect children and young adults.

Long drives to Denver weren't an option for Alma after her multiple myeloma diagnosis. Colorado Blood Cancer Institute's outreach clinic in Durango helped her receive expert care closer to home.

Through an internship at HCA HealthONE Aurora, high school student Jaylanie B. is exploring her dream of becoming a pediatrician while gaining real-world experience.

After a routine scan uncovered colon cancer, Chip found expert surgical care at HCA HealthONE Swedish and recovered with the help of a minimally invasive single-port procedure.

After a life-changing motorcycle accident, Heather’s recovery was shaped by compassionate care from the first responders, trauma team and rehabilitation specialists she reunited with at HCA HealthONE Swedish.

After a transient ischemic attack and a major stroke, 92-year-old Rich recovered with rapid treatment, advanced stroke care and support from his care team.