Stories

Robin Pearce helped launch the Mobility Project at HCA HealthONE Swedish, highlighting the importance of mobility for hospitalized patients in reducing complications and speeding recovery.

When a severe wound threatened his health, Brion went from uncertainty to healing — thanks to advanced technology, expert care and unwavering compassion.

Hunter Askelson earned the DAISY Award for his exceptional and compassionate care, which went far beyond standard nursing duties during a patient's difficult end-of-life decisions.

75-year-old Patrick Murphy beat prostate cancer, only to face a tough extra inning —severe bladder damage from radiation.

Nurse Julia Yocum's vigilance and compassion during a patient's post-operative complications at Swedish Hospital led to life-saving intervention and earned her a heartfelt Daisy Award nomination. Her story is a powerful testament to the critical role nurses play in both clinical care and emotional support.

At 75, former rancher Leatha was immobilized by hip pain. Read how a proper diagnosis and life-changing hip replacement surgery gave her "night and day" relief.

When Heather discovered a breast lump, fear took hold. Read how a compassionate care team helped her feel safe and empowered to win the fight against cancer.

After battling neuroendocrine cancer and other health issues, Rachel finds hope in a new, noninvasive treatment called histotripsy. Discover how this innovative procedure helped her get back to making baby quilts and living life on her own terms.

Living with multiple myeloma since 2015, Mark credits his longevity and gratitude-filled life to the compassionate care of his medical team and his focus on meaningful relationships.

A lifelong caregiver becomes the patient. Rick was grateful a unique colleague benefit allowed him to be cared for by his own colleagues.