Neurology in Minnesota

Patient Stories

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  Laurie Beach

  A rare brain tumor couldn't stop Laurie Beach from enjoying the life she dreamed of. Read Laurie's story.

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  Taylor Beauseau

  Most parents don't like to see their child up in arms, but for Taylor Beauseau's parents, that's a beautiful thing. Read Taylor's story.

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  Melissa Bruesehoff

  Melissa despaired of living independently. But epilepsy surgery opened a window to a rich full life. Read Melissa's story.

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  Valerie Culp

  A new MS treatment at Mayo Clinic 14 years ago put Iowa mom back on her feet. Read Valerie's story.

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  Connie Eckley

  Without warning, as Connie Eckley turned to talk to her daughter in the backseat of the car, she passed out and went into a seizure. After epilepsy surgery, Connie is safely back behind the wheel. Read Connie's story.

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  Margie Hartmann and Jessica Nastrom

  Shopping, going to lunch, seeing a movie — just a few things mothers and daughters do together. Add having Gamma Knife™ surgery to the list for Margie Hartmann and her daughter, Jessica Nastrom. Read Margie and Jessica's story.

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  James Miller

  Early detection and the right medication help Jim Miller live a normal life. That's the outlook for most patients who have myasthenia gravis, say Mayo neurologists. Read James' story.

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  Danielle Roeder

  A Mayo Clinic doctor, genetic testing, and a common drug give a young girl wings to fly. Read Danielle's story.

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  Amanda Stocchero

  Incredible optimism helps Amanda Stocchero handle life with severe epilepsy. Read Amanda's story.

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  Cecilia Van Gorp

  Doctors told Cecilia Van Gorp she might have ALS. She was thrilled to hear a different story from Mayo Clinic. Read Cecilia's story.