Rehabilitation: 28 Real Stories

28 stories match rehabilitation. 25 of them mention surgery.

Cancer Stories

Marnie, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Lung CancerLung Cancer

Stage IV EGFR Lung Cancer: Marnie's Patient Story

Patient Info: Marnie Clark, Female | Stage IV

Biomarkers: EGFR-positive

Metastatic Site: brain

Two years after diagnosis, Marnie reported that the brain tumor was gone, her leg was almost back to normal, and her first targeted medication continued to control the lung cancer.

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OutcomeResponding Well
Sharon, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Lung CancerLung Cancer

Stage IV ALK Lung Cancer: Sharon's Patient Story

Patient Info: Sharon Schneider, Female, 50s | Stage IV

Biomarkers: ALK-positive

Metastatic Site: brain

After brain metastases and about 2 years of oral chemotherapy, Sharon remained in treatment, resumed jogging at least 3 days a week, and completed her first marathon at age 50.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Katie, who was diagnosed with Lung CancerLung Cancer

Lung Cancer: Katie's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Katie Gilmore, Female

Katie recovered from successful surgery without chemotherapy or radiation and was training for her first marathon, scheduled for April 13, 2025.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Michelle, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Lung CancerLung Cancer

Stage IV ALK Lung Cancer: Michelle's Patient Story

Patient Info: Michelle, Female | Stage IV

Biomarkers: ALK-positive

Metastatic Site: leptomeninges and cerebrospinal fluid / central…

Targeted therapy and proton craniospinal irradiation eliminated detectable leptomeningeal disease. Treatment side effects later passed, and Michelle continued rehabilitation.

LUNGevity
OutcomeResponding Well
Alina, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

BRCA1 Breast Cancer: Alina's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Alina Schiller, Female, Under 40

Biomarkers: BRCA1 mutation

By August 2023, Alina was cancer-free after fertility preservation, chemotherapy, bilateral mastectomy with lymph node removal, radiation therapy, rehabilitation, and psycho-oncology support for early-stage BRCA1-associated breast cancer.

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OutcomeCancer-Free / NED
Kirsten, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Kirsten's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Kirsten Seifert, Female, 50s

Kirsten had a strong tumor response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy, completed mastectomy with lymph node removal, was recovering in rehabilitation, and was rebuilding daily life through sport, prosthesis use, and peer support.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Silke, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Silke's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Silke Winter, Female, 50s

Silke completed breast-conserving surgery and radiation, received anti-hormone therapy, returned to work, used rehabilitation and psycho-oncology, and rebuilt life priorities after false alarms during follow-up.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Annette, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Annette's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Annette Huber, Female, 40s

Annette completed breast-conserving surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, later regained daily routines and confidence, and continued to live with some fear of recurrence and arm-care precautions.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Klaus, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Klaus's Patient Story

Patient Info: Klaus Deckmann, Male, 60s

Biomarkers: No genetic mutation detected

Klaus completed surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation for male breast cancer and continued hormone therapy while using exercise, nutrition, rehabilitation, and peer support to manage side effects.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Silvia, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage IV Breast Cancer: Silvia's Patient Story

Patient Info: Silvia Litsching, Female, 60s | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Bone | Liver

Silvia lived for many years with metastatic breast cancer involving bone and liver, receiving repeated systemic, radiation, liver-directed, bone-directed, complementary, and rehabilitation-based care while remaining active and positive.

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OutcomeLiving With Cancer
Angelika, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Angelika's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Angelika Keller, Female, 60s

Angelika completed breast-conserving surgery and radiation after screen-detected breast cancer, used rehabilitation and psychotherapy for recovery, and continued self-examination, exercise, and caregiving routines.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Petra, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Petra's Patient Story

Patient Info: Petra Thomas, Female, Under 40 | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Liver; lung

By early 2015, Petra had lived through intensive treatment for Stage III rectal cancer, later liver and lung metastases, further metastases during rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment while building advocacy through Rote Hose.

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OutcomeSetback / Progression
Laura, who was diagnosed with Stage III Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage III Colorectal Cancer: Laura's Patient Story

Patient Info: Laura Filip, Female, Under 40 | Stage III

Biomarkers: Lymph nodes involved

By July 2023, Laura was receiving chemotherapy every 2 weeks for Stage III rectal cancer with lymph node involvement, with radiation, rehabilitation, and further stoma-related operations still planned.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Erna, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Erna's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Erna Hettich, Female, 70+ | Stage IV

Biomarkers: Possible familial colorectal cancer pattern; no genetic test result reported

Metastatic Site: Lung

By winter 2012, Erna had completed rectal cancer surgery, adjuvant chemotherapy/radiation, later lung-metastasis surgery, and rehabilitation, and she was living more consciously with family, faith, and volunteer work.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Baerbel, who was diagnosed with Stage I Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Stage I Breast Cancer: Baerbel's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Baerbel Grafenbach, Female, 60s | Stage I

Baerbel completed surgery for early-stage breast cancer, remained satisfied with implant reconstruction, returned to sport, and used early retirement as a chance to reshape life after treatment.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Andrea, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Andrea's Patient Story

Patient Info: Andrea Jesse, Female, 40s

Andrea had completed 2 breast operations and chemotherapy, declined radiation because of pacemaker-related concerns, had recently started hormone therapy, and was preparing for rehabilitation while considering reconstruction.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Gerda, who was diagnosed with Breast CancerBreast Cancer

Breast Cancer: Gerda's Patient Story

Patient Info: Gerda Martin, Female, 70+

Gerda had completed right mastectomy, chemotherapy, radiation, and rehabilitation, declined reconstruction, and continued tamoxifen, bisphosphonates, lymph drainage, and follow-up care while adapting to body changes.

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OutcomeCare Ongoing
Petra, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Petra's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Petra Markert, Female, 50s

As of spring 2013, Petra had completed surgery, ambulatory chemotherapy, and rehabilitation for colon cancer, with persistent cold sensitivity and numbness in fingers and toes but renewed physical and emotional recovery.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Gerlinde, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Gerlinde's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Gerlinde Zeigert, Female, 50s

Biomarkers: Suspected Lynch syndrome / HNPCC based on family history; genetic defect discussed

As of spring 2013, Gerlinde had completed surgery for an early colorectal cancer and later recurrent/new tumor disease, was living with a permanent small-bowel stoma, and was managing suspected hereditary risk in her family.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Klaus, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Klaus's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Klaus Wippich, Male, 60s

By summer 2012, Klaus had lived for decades after rectal cancer surgery, adapted well to a permanent colostomy, returned to work after about 1 year, and later became active in ILCO self-help.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Dieter, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Dieter's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Dieter Loewe, Male, 60s

By winter 2012, Dieter had completed surgical treatment for rectal cancer, adapted to a permanent stoma after major complications, retired early, and was supporting others through ILCO counseling.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Lorenz, who was diagnosed with Stage IV Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Stage IV Colorectal Cancer: Lorenz's Patient Story

Patient Info: Lorenz Kraus, Male, 60s | Stage IV

Metastatic Site: Liver

By fall 2012, Lorenz was 3 years beyond sigmoid colon cancer diagnosis, had undergone surgery, chemotherapy, and 2 liver-metastasis operations, and recent liver findings had improved enough that he continued working and staying active.

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OutcomeResponding Well
Henriette, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Henriette's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Henriette Schiller, Female, 40s

By winter 2012/2013, Henriette was 5 years beyond rectal cancer diagnosis, back to full-time nursing work despite a permanent stoma, urinary incontinence, fatigue, and digestive problems.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment
Sonja, who was diagnosed with Colorectal CancerColorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer: Sonja's Survivor Story

Patient Info: Sonja Novotny, Female, 50s

By spring 2013, Sonja had completed chemotherapy, radiation, surgery with temporary stoma, later stoma reversal, and rehabilitation, and she had returned gradually to work before later retiring.

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OutcomeSurvivorship / Completed Treatment