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Extraordinary patient stories

From routine check-ups to life-saving care, read how UC Davis Health has transformed patients’ lives.

Born with a condition that deteriorated her kidneys and hearing, Lily’s pediatric specialists provided care to help her hear her calling.

When an accident left him with a shattered back, a team of orthopedic specialists and an inpatient rehab stay helped him to walk again.

After suffering with cancer for 7 years, Teri found care at the region’s only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center.

With the help of fetal specialists, Remi’s spina bifida was detected and surgery was performed before he was born.

In one of his toughest moments, it was Derrick’s primary care doctor who helped him lose nearly 100 pounds.

High-risk maternity care specialists were able to help Nadine deliver a healthy baby safely at 40-years-old.

After discovering that her heart was failing, Rupa found a surgeon who built a plan that gave her the confidence to get through surgery.

After being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, Thomas relied on his wife and physician who wouldn’t give up on finding the answer.

After being born with a rare heart defect, Damian overcame three open-heart surgeries with the help of pediatric specialists.

Science, an expert team and an extraordinary cochlear implant procedure gave Gianna the gift of sound and an ear for music.