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Heart Surgery Gives Waterloo Woman More Time with Grandkids

Mary White couldn’t walk to the bathroom without getting winded. After a surgery at Rochester General Hospital, she is playing with her grandchildren again.

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Home for Christmas: Abram’s Story

After an early birth and 22 days in the NICU, baby Abram is home with his family. The Balschmiter family and their medical team share their story.

‘A True Gift’: Renewed Life After TAVR Procedure

In just a few months, David went from being an active grandfather and husband to being constantly tired and out of breath. Then he learned about a new heart procedure that would change his life.

Afghan Refugees Find Fresh Start with Rochester Regional Health

After working with the U.S. military in Afghanistan, Folad and Sayed were able to come over to the United States on special visas. Building a new life is a challenge – one that they welcome.

Rob Pinson's Story

Over the course of a few months, Rob Pinson went from relatively healthy to undergoing cancer treatment. The staff at the Lipson Cancer Institute were there for him every step of the way.

Woman Finds Joy In Life with ElderONE

Deb was going through a tough time after losing her best friend. After enrolling in an ElderONE adult day program, she was able to find support.

A Friendship Birthed At RGH

After years of trying to become pregnant, Jenn and her husband were expecting a baby. While in labor & delivery, Jenn developed a close bond with one of her nurses: Amy.

After Years Of Pain, Doctor Confirms Young Woman's Endometriosis

More than 10 percent of women suffer from endometriosis. Cara Pulumbieri was one of them.

After Heart Transplant, Patient Living New Life Outdoors

Now that Jacky has a new heart, her next adventures are all outdoors.

Hole-In-One For Double Hip Replacement Patient

You could say Chuck Doell is an avid golfer – but it might be an understatement.

Woman Back To Living Active Life After Bladder Surgery

"I found out that so many of my friends and the people that I ran with had the same issues."

Trooper Chooses Surgery After Years of Back Pain

Jose Vazquez, a Greece resident, was a New York State trooper for 33 years.

What Led To This Man’s Decision About Bariatric Surgery

“They basically told me that, you know, in 5-10 years, if you keep going the way you’re going, you’re dead.”

New Mom Survives Breast Cancer Diagnosis

New mom Shannon found a lump in her breast only months after her mammogram, but she wasn't going to let cancer win.

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