Neurosurgery in Minnesota

Patient Stories

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  Jayden Aldona Gonzalez

  When a brain tumor unexpectedly appeared in 20-month-old Jayden Gonzalez, Mayo Clinic doctors responded quickly to remove the tumor and restore his health. Read Jayden'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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  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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  Kristina Brinkman

  After surgery to remove a cavernous malformation, Kristina Brinkman's determination helps her recovery. Read Kristina'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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  Emily Crawford

  Emily Crawford's summer vacation included an unexpected event — brain tumor surgery at Mayo Clinic. Read Emily's story.

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  Mark Drobac

  Mark Drobac was in his garage pulling spark plugs out of his van when he suddenly got the most severe headache he had ever had. An aneurysm in his brain had ruptured. Read Mark's story.

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  Corynn Kelly

  Corynn Kelly's brachial plexus nerves were injured at birth. After surgery at Mayo Clinic, Corynn is now keeping pace with her older sisters. Read Corynn's story.

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  Jill Lewis

  Neither Jill Lewis nor her primary care providers could figure out why allergies and sinus infections plagued her. Removal of a rare, cancerous tumor in her nasal cavity, offered relief. Read Jill's story.

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  Sean Murphy

  "I didn't want to be on pain killers for the rest of my life," says Sean Murphy. After surgery for a rare brain condition, his headaches are gone and he is enjoying life again. Read Sean's story.

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  Dan Smith

  Dan Smith realizes dream to explore space after brain surgery at Mayo Clinic Read Dan's story.

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  Amanda Stocchero

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

• Emily Tong

  Integrated treatment at Mayo Clinic to remove a spinal tumor gives Emily Tong the chance to walk again. Read Emily's story.

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  Andy Walch

  Surgery and an investigational drug give brain tumor patient much more than anyone expected. Read Andy's story.

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  Mike Wuest

  Mike Wuest turned to the Web to learn about a bothersome facial tic, which led him to the answer at Mayo Clinic. Read Mike's story.