Patient stories

After nearly two decades, Lanna and Danny decided to add one more child to their family. When the much-anticipated babe neared its planned c-section date, a strong sickness swept over the entire family. One night, Lanna became violently ill and couldn't feel her baby anymore, so Danny rushed her to Timpanogos Regional Hospital.

Rachel's volunteer work with her son's speech and debate team at Syracuse High School shows how small acts of service can create big opportunities. Through HCA Healthcare's volunteer grant program, her time helped unlock funding that allowed students to compete, grow, and access experiences they otherwise wouldn't have had.

Marriane Hanks has spent 50 years serving patients and supporting care teams at Payson's Mountain View Hospital, adapting through decades of changes in healthcare technology and operations.

Debra Hersom was one of the first in the U.S. to undergo an abdominoperineal resection (APR) using a single-port (SP) robotic surgical system. It took place at St. Mark's Hospital in September 2025. The new approach dramatically decreased her post-surgical healing time, pain, and risk of infection.

Endometriosis, a tissue disease wreaking havoc on Cassie's internal organs, made life extremely painful. The web of misplaced tissue adhered to her reproductive organs, kidneys, livers, bladder, bowels and stretched into her diaphragm. Thankfully, after interviewing 6 doctors in different states, Cassie found the endometriosis experts at Lone Peak Hospital.

After two unnerving experiences followed by two spine surgeries at Lone Peak Hospital, Kat King raves about the genuine care, the skilled professionals and the fact that during our highest moments of need, Lone Peak is there.

Lisa Buchanan's 50-year-old daughter has multiple disabilities, so during the past 50 years Lisa has accumulated more experience in emergency rooms than the average person. During that time, Lisa has learned what makes a fantastic ER visit – and she finds it consistently at Herriman Emergency Center.

After delivering her first child at Cache Valley Hospital, Allison Hansen knew she had found the right place. Despite one birth elsewhere, she returned to CVH for her next two deliveries, drawn back by the calm, personal care she trusted.

After receiving exceptional care from Lakeview Hospital as a patient, Genevieve decided to pursue a nursing career to make a difference in others' lives. The journey came full circle when she decided to come work at Lakeview.

After delivering her son amidst both joy and a serious postpartum complication, Melissa was surrounded by the professionalism and compassion of the Lakeview Hospital staff. She now transitions from patient to RN, proving that the bonds formed during labor and delivery can shape a lifelong commitment to service and community.