Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms: Share Your Story

When tragedy turns to triumph, there’s a story that must be told. I want to share your story.

An injury ended my football career, but my comeback started a whole new chapter for me. I’ve been able to connect with other people — UPMC patients like you — who have come through on the other side after a major illness or injury.

I can’t wait to hear your story. Who knows? You might be the next person to become one of my 50 Phenoms.

Submit your story, it’s your chance to be a Phenom:

    I understand that I must be/have been a UPMC patient to be considered as one of Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms and that my story may not be selected. By providing my email address, I agree to receive emails from UPMC. I understand that I may opt out of receiving such communications at any time.

    I understand that my story and the photograph of me may be used for publicity, education, public information, or paid advertising by UPMC, and that this material could appear on UPMC’s website and/or elsewhere on the Internet. I hereby release and discharge UPMC, its subsidiaries, and its and their employees, agents, and representatives from any claims, liability, or results caused by the use of such materials provided herein.

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