Patient Stories

A woman in a colorful top speaks with a male healthcare professional in a medical setting.

March 23, 2023

Weight Loss Surgery “best Thing” for Nurse’s Life

Looking back at her life, Janet Schrader can easily mark the times when she gained a lot of weight.

A woman holds a baby wearing a cute green hoodie with ears, sitting together on a couch. Bright, cozy setting.

March 10, 2023

Dr. Mehta persists in finding cause of baby’s ill health

Veronica Lopez calls her baby boy Emiliano her “Heart Warrior.”

A smiling woman in a hat sits outdoors with three small dogs on a stone surface, surrounded by nature.

February 27, 2023

Skin Cancer Patient Pleased with Thorough, Skilled Care

When Lompoc resident Pamela Duke faced a second treatment for basal cell skin cancer, she looked to Dr. Angie Song for her care.

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February 3, 2023

Shouting from the Rooftop: Thankful for Finding Caring ENT

Gayle Vincent is always on the go -- she teaches a spin class, plays pickleball, gets out weekly to ride horses with her best friends, and is part of…

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January 4, 2023

A Routine Colonoscopy that Led to Life-Saving Surgery

Johnny Hudson is the kind of guy who prefers to avoid surgery or medical procedures. He didn't even want to have a recommended colonoscopy, despite…