Neurology

Patient Stories

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  Ken Anderson

  Ken Anderson says he feels like "the luckiest guy in the world" after his deep brain stimulation treatment for essential tremor. Read Ken's story.

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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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  Benny Bee

  Benny Bee Sr., a Montana radio executive, embraces his second chance at the 'good life.' Read Benny's story.

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  Bernie Britton

  A new diagnostic procedure called SISCOM helped epilepsy patient Bernie Britton overcome a debilitating seizure disorder. Read Bernie's story.

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  Emmy Holliday

  Clinical trials have given hope and time to Emmy Holliday. Read Emmy's story.

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  Carlita Judge

  Carlita Judge and her husband both turn to Mayo for help.
  Read Carlita's story.

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  Kelly Neuschwanger

  Thanks to the care of Mayo physicians, "I can finally walk outside and be myself," says Kelly one year after surgery to correct epilepsy. Read Kelly's story.

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  Bart Rodgers

  New treatment for disabling headaches brings renewal to Bart Rodgers.
  Read Bart's story.

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  Phyllis Sands

  Caring for her husband took a tool on Phyllis Sands. Stress and depression took over her life.
  Read Phyllis' story.

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  Guadalupe Sordo

  For Lupita Sordo, the host of a Mexican TV talk show, a painful spinal disorder had made walking — and working — nearly impossible. Now, after a 1,400-mile journey to Mayo Clinic, Lupita is back on her feet, pain free. Read Guadalupe'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.