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50 Phenoms: What Inspiration Means to Ryan Shazier
After suffering a spinal injury playing football, former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier found a new purpose with "50 Phenoms." Watch Now
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50 Phenoms: Boy Receives the Miracle of Transplant — Twice
Luke Maeding underwent a double lung transplant at 9 years old and needed a small bowel transplant a decade later. Learn more. Watch Now
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50 Phenoms: How an Athlete Returned After Heart Problems
Carrie Deutsch had open-heart surgery at 27 years old, but she was able to return to her sport and excel. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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50 Phenoms: How a Logger Overcame a Severe Spinal Injury
After suffering a severe spinal injury in a logging accident, Brandon was determined to walk again. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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50 Phenoms: How a Veteran Stayed Strong When Facing Leukemia
Jason Mounts was diagnosed with a type of leukemia in November 2019 but was motivated to survive. Read his story here at UPMC HealthBeat. Watch Now
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50 Phenoms: From Cleft Lip and Palate to Champion Wrestler
Chase Karenbauer was born with cleft lip and palate but has become a youth champion in wrestling and gymnastics. Here's his story. Watch Now
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Share Your Story
Share your phenomenal comeback story for Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms campaign. You might be the next person to become one of my 50 Phenoms. Read More
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50 Phenoms: How a Woman Overcomes Multiple Sclerosis Every Day
Laurie Denison was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 40 years old but doesn't let the disease define her. Watch Now
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50 Phenoms: How a Student Overcame a Traumatic Spinal Injury
Ryan Kolonich suffered a severe spinal injury while skiing in high school. But spinal surgery and rehab helped him recover. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories