A Grapefruit-Sized Tumor: Surgery for Neurofibromatosis
Sierra Sumner developed a tumor that could have resulted in leg amputation.
Neurosurgery, Patient Stories
Stories
Read stories about families who have battled through illnesses and more — because their stories are your stories, too.
Finding the Right Doctor for a Nerve Tumor
Many patients are referred to the wrong specialty for this issue.
Neurology, Neurosurgery, Patient Stories
Keeping Watch for Lung Cancer Pays Off
John Mote’s doctors jumped into action when longtime surveillance revealed cancer.
Cancer, Lung Cancer, Patient Stories
When Medications Don’t Help: Surgery for Epilepsy
Mom of two underwent lengthy work-up before targeted brain surgery.
Epilepsy, Neurology, Patient Stories
From Stage 4 Melanoma to Five Years Cancer-Free
Longtime cancer center employee relied on his doctors, nurses and wife.
Melanoma, Patient Stories
Mother-Daughter Bond Unbreakable in Face of Cancer
A nurse practitioner became a full-time caregiver for her mom with lung cancer.
Oncology, Patient Stories
Cochlear Implants Allow for a Fulfilling Retirement
Hearing loss prevented Susan Heyroth from fully enjoying life.
Hearing, Patient Stories
Deep Brain Stimulation Stops a Child’s Round-the-Clock Seizures
Bohao Huon was the first child to receive this treatment at UNC.
Epilepsy, Patient Stories
Maximizing Life with Metastatic Cancer
Robert Kim’s neuroendocrine cancer treatment gives him more time with his loved ones.
Cancer, Patient Stories, Rare Cancers
Back in the Race After Lymphoma Treatment
Gary Piontak is in remission and enjoying an active retirement.
Oncology, Patient Stories
Fewer Seizures, More Trucks: Treating James’s Batten Disease
Treatment for this rare disorder is available at UNC Health.
Neurology, Patient Stories
Beyond Mom’s Wildest Dreams: 6-Year-Old with Spina Bifida is Thriving
Kindergartner benefited from fetal surgery shortly after diagnosis.
Babies, Children's Health, Maternal Health, Patient Stories, UNC Children's