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Patient Stories

After being diagnosed with sarcoidosis at the age of 12, Scarlette has turned to advocacy to help others.

Teen Living With Rare Sarcoidosis Finds Purpose Through Advocacy

Apr 27, 2026

“There are going to be bad and scary days, but you have to trust yourself that it’s going to be OK.”
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Jordan in hospital, Jordan at end of treatment and Jordan racing

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.”
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Barbara medaling in pickleball after receiving deep brain stimulation DBS

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.”
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