Patient Stories - Regional One Health

“Having this procedure was a relief:” By making advanced surgery available for women with a genetic breast cancer risk, Regional One Health gave Amber peace of mind

Amber Zuber had to make difficult decisions after genetic testing revealed she was positive for the BRCA2 "breast cancer gene," putting her at a much higher risk of developing breast cancer. Fortunately, those decisions were made easier by the availability of advanced preventive surgery at Regional One Health. Amber was able to have a prophylactic [...]

2026-09-17T10:02:36-05:00September 18th, 2026|

Faith, fitness, and a doctor who felt like family helped Crystal get through a shocking breast cancer diagnosis

Crystal Hill was doing everything right to reduce her risk of cancer - so a breast cancer diagnosis in her 30s was a shock. She found the expert care and positive support she needed with breast surgical oncologist Dr. Ashley Hendrix at Regional One Health Cancer Care. By focusing on her faith and maintaining [...]

2026-09-10T09:10:41-05:00September 10th, 2026|

“He’s a walking miracle:” After a terrifying accident, Smoke got a second chance at Regional One Health’s Firefighters Burn Center

When Kenneth Cruz "Smoke" Reyes, Jr. suffered burns over 90 percent of his body in a terrifying motorcycle accident, he needed advanced, specialized care in order to survive. Smoke and his wife Phoebe found that and more at Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center, the only full-service American Burn Association-verified burn center in the region. [...]

2026-08-10T10:54:25-05:00August 17th, 2026|

“It was a Godsend:” After an ordinary evening turned into a critical emergency, the Firefighters Burn Center helped Heather Kingston get back to life

Heather Kingston never could have expected an ordinary evening prepping for a trip to her lake house to turn into a medical emergency. When it did, she says she was fortunate to have access to the advanced care available at Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center, the only full-service American Burn Association-verified burn center in [...]

2026-08-03T12:33:23-05:00August 12th, 2026|

“She has a caring heart:” With support from Dr. Ashley Hendrix, Princess Jones survived breast cancer and got back to the life she loves

Princess Jones was scared when she was diagnosed with breast cancer - but the team at Regional One Health Cancer Care quickly put her mind at ease. Breast surgical oncologist Ashley Hendrix, MD, FACS and her team provided expert care and all the support Princess needed. Now, she's back to teaching preschool, going to church, [...]

2026-06-19T10:35:24-05:00June 24th, 2026|

“We need to protect it:” After receiving lifesaving care, Jennifer Kruchten is investing in the future of Regional One Health

You never know when you're going to need critical medical care - and Jennifer Kruchten discovered that the hard way. When an ordinary toothache turned into a life-or-death emergency, Regional One Health was there with the resources Jennifer needed. Now, she's back to her work and family, and has become an advocate for the need [...]

2026-06-18T07:35:48-05:00June 18th, 2026|

“They built a fortress around me:” After a serious burn, Keith Brown received care that restored his health and strengthened his faith

After suffering serious burn injuries in a firepit accident, statistical models gave Keith Brown just a 14 percent chance of survival. Keith, his family and faith, and the exceptional team at Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center had other ideas. Thanks to the expert care he received, Keith is getting back to the live he [...]

2026-06-16T07:41:46-05:00June 16th, 2026|

“Everything I needed, she made it happen:” ONE Health helped Crystal regain her health and independence after a life-changing diagnosis

Crystal Greenwood's serious medical diagnosis came as a shock - but with the support of Regional One Health's ONE Health complex care program, she was able to get back on her feet. ONE Health helps patients by meeting not only their medical needs, but social determinants of health like food, housing, and transportation. For Crystal, [...]

2026-06-11T08:33:37-05:00June 11th, 2026|

“They worked their magic:” Expert vascular care at Regional One Health not only saved Arlander’s life, it protected his quality of life

When an ordinary day suddenly turned traumatic for Arlander Rutherford, the team at Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma was ready to provide lifesaving care. Dr. Erica Mitchell, Medical Director for Vascular Surgery, performed an intricate surgery to repair a major artery in Arlander's leg. Thanks to Dr. Mitchell's expertise, Arlander was able to avoid [...]

2026-06-03T08:22:24-05:00June 3rd, 2026|

“They made me feel confident:” Regional One Health’s support and expertise helped Paris Hobbs get through surgeries that would save his leg

Paris Hobbs was only 22 years old when a serious work injury threatened to change the course of his life. Thanks to expert care at Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma Center, Paris was able to avoid having his leg amputated. Now, he's getting back to the things he enjoys, and he's grateful for [...]

2026-08-11T12:39:55-05:00May 15th, 2026|