Patient Testimonials
WakeMed employees, physicians and volunteers are all unique, talented and contribute so much to our community every day.
If you have a story to share simply complete the form to share your experience or email your story to share@wakemed.org and we will contact you directly if additional information is needed.
Stories From the Blog
December 26, 2024
"Meeting Dr. Vining Changed My Life" — Edwin Gillen's Story
Some people come into our lives for a season. Others are there for a lifetime and still others appear bri...
December 17, 2024
Thriving After Emergency Open Heart Surgery with Dr. Trevor Upham — Travis Mayo's Story
Travis Mayo began his career in the fire department, where he frequently provided assistance during medic...
November 1, 2024
Defying the Odds: Baby Oliver's 130 Days in the NICU
Maddie and her husband, Craig, were elated to learn they were pregnant with their first child. At around ...
October 31, 2024
Alex Wilkinson: Tenacity of a Tiger in the Face of 3 ACL Surgeries
Alex Wilkinson is a born winner — with the tenacity of a tiger. Despite multiple injuries, athletic set...
October 31, 2024
Life-saving Science: Chris Williams' Lung Cancer Story
In May 2022, Chris Williams retired from a rewarding career in the animal health industry where he helped...
October 1, 2024
Laughing Without Fear of the Future: Laura Faw's Breast Cancer Story
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." (Proverbs 31:25) L...
October 1, 2024
Apex Emergency Department Teams Up with Telestroke for Brain-Saving Care: Marcia Gave's Story
July 20, 2024, was a typical Saturday with lots of chores. Around 8:10 am, Marcia Gave was doing laundry ...
September 26, 2024
13 Days to Diagnosis: Jeremy Evans' Lymphoma Story
When Jeremy Evans looked in the mirror, he liked what he saw. At 34 years old, he'd achieved just the loo...
September 19, 2024
The Ties that Bind: Retired Rehab Manager Skip Roy Revitalizes Peer Support Volunteer Program
With more than 50 years of dedicated service to WakeMed, Skip Roy is a treasured member of the local heal...
September 18, 2024
Aging in Place: Al Urzi and Sarah Susanka on Life after Stroke
According to the Stroke Foundation, "Fifteen million people worldwide are affected by stroke. Of those, a...
September 6, 2024
A Chest Wall Success Story: Summer Pope's Amazing Return to Sports
Summer has always been athletic. She loves to stay active and participate in sports, including gymnastics...
September 4, 2024
The Beat Goes On: Doug Genzlinger Celebrates WakeMed's Heart for Heart Care
Heart problems can be subtle, and for Doug Genzlinger, who rarely visited his doctor, it took a pretty si...
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