Stories

What began as a winter in Florida quickly became the start of an unexpected and life-changing journey for Debbie Pratt. From an initial diagnosis, she faced countless challenges, major surgeries, and rare complications along the way. Through it all, she leaned on expert care, the support of loved ones,… Read More

What started as a routine treatment plan soon became a journey filled with challenges, tough decisions, and unexpected turns for Frank Garred. Along the way, he faced side effects that disrupted daily life, the uncertainty of recurrence, and the hope offered through innovative research. Today, his story has come… Read More

Sandy Weicher was focused on improving her health and building a new life with her family in Philadelphia. But what seemed like a routine day suddenly took a turn, leading to a discovery that would alter the course of her life. What followed was a journey filled with difficult… Read More

He didn’t know it yet, but an ordinary day helping his daughter would mark the beginning of an unexpected journey for Dave Oravetz. What started with small, occasional signs turned into a search for answers spanning multiple doctors and difficult decisions. Along the way, he leaned on his long… Read More

Eric Bockler never imagined that a quick internet search would change the course of his cancer journey—or that a conversation with his sister would unlock a connection to a community he didn’t even know he needed. What began as a frustrating hunt for answers slowly turned into something deeper:… Read More

See Eugene’s video update from June 2, 2025 I’m Eugene Bernosky, a bladder and kidney cancer survivor and am living my best life after cancer! Adjusting to the physical changes resulting from surgeries, chemotherapy and adjuvant treatments is a challenge for anyone. I am here to say life is… Read More

Peter’s story What started as a quiet day on the golf course quickly turned into a life-changing discovery. Peter Gelbwaks journey through a surprising diagnosis, years of treatment, and the power of family and early action offers a moving reminder of how quickly life can shift—and how resilience and… Read More

An unexpected health concern led John Morley, an active, outdoors-loving man, down a path he never anticipated. What began as a minor symptom soon unfolded into a life-changing journey marked by startling discoveries, difficult decisions, and unwavering resilience. Supported by family, expert care, and trusted resources, John found strength… Read More

Listen to our podcast featuring Dr. Zera: The life of Richard Zera, a seasoned surgical oncologist, took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of bladder cancer. After decades of treating patients, he suddenly found himself in their shoes—navigating the challenges of being… Read More