Cystic Fibrosis Patient
Transplant
After being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) at a young age, Josh's future was uncertain and the impact on his life as an adult was significant. Surgeons at Barnes-Jewish Hospital performed a double transplant – liver and lungs – to help Josh return to the activities he loved.
Atrial Fibrillation Patient
Heart & Vascular
Michael tried various treatments to control his a-fib with little success. Washington University physicians had the answer to long term relief by using cardiac mapping, an innovative treatment developed at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Kidney Transplant Recipient and Donor
Transplant
Beth, a young mom, found out she needed a transplant. Her kidneys were quickly failing. Scott, who knew nothing about Beth, decided he wanted to donate a kidney to someone who needed it more than he. Two surgeries and a little less than a year later, the two met on a baseball diamond for the first time.
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Patient
Women & Infants
Amanda and Kyle tell their story of awaiting their third child, Barrett, when Amanda’s 20-week ultrasound revealed her baby had CDH, congenital diaphragmatic hernia.
Advanced Heart Failure Patient
Heart & Vascular
Courtney was diagnosed with heart disease as a child. It didn't stop her from leading an active lifestyle until she noticed her health begin to decline.
Congenital Heart Disease Patient
Heart & Vascular
Lena Mörsch has lived with congenital heart disease since childhood. Now she is on a mission to help others with the disease find support.
Stroke Survivor
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Krysta survived a stroke at age 25. Read how Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University neurosurgeon Greg Zipfel, MD helped her get back on the horse.
Spina Bifida Patient
Women & Infants
Baby Makenna, diagnosed with a severe form of Spina Bifida at 18 weeks, received expert care from the Fetal Care Center and is now a healthy toddler.
Spinal Surgery Patient
Spine & Spinal Cord
Learn how surgeons helped Wesley get back on his feet after surviving a 12-story fall that broke both legs as well as his spine.