Patient Stories
A Small Knee Bump Led to a Rare Sarcoma Cancer Diagnosis — and Lifesaving Care
Jul 10, 2026
"Dr. Manrique spoke to me in such a way that I had complete confidence in him, and I knew that he could help me"
Marathon Runner Crosses the Finish Line After Knee Replacement
Jul 10, 2026
“I forget that I had a knee replacement, to be honest with you. That’s how good it is.”
90 Days After Hip Replacement, He Walked Nearly 380,000 Steps on a Pilgrimage Across Spain
Jul 7, 2026
“I experienced zero discomfort, full mobility, and a deep sense of gratitude for the ability to reclaim an active, adventurous life.”
A Hidden Aortic Aneurysm, Discovered Just in Time
Jun 1, 2026
“I had nothing but great care at Cleveland Clinic,” Robert says. “It was just perfect all the way down the line. And Dr. Howard was phenomenal.”
Detecting the Invisible: A Life Saving Aortic Repair
May 5, 2026
"John is grateful for the expert, collaborative care and advanced technology that gave him a second chance at life."
Stronger Than the Struggle: Living Fully After Major Surgery
Apr 28, 2026
“There was not a person who wasn’t good to me,” Susan says. “Everybody was amazing. I can’t say enough about Cleveland Clinic.”
Race Car Driver Back on Track After Kidney Transplant and Cancer
Apr 22, 2026
“I'm in the best shape of my life now, and it's like nothing ever happened. I’m grateful for the team at Cleveland Clinic, my organ donor and my wife, who’s kept everything glued together.”
Parkinson’s Disease Patient Story: Barbara Smith’s Journey with Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Apr 20, 2026
“I love Cleveland Clinic, everything is so easy. All the doctors and nurses are very nice, and I didn’t feel like a burden. It was a very pleasurable experience.”
Deep Brain Stimulation Helps Mary Savanello with Essential Tremor Reclaim the Little — and Big — Things
Apr 15, 2026
“I can actually hold a fork and enjoy eating without spilling food all over myself. I can write again. And I’m back to water sports and riding a motorcycle. I can do anything now.”
