Neurology & Neurosurgery Patient Stories

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Illustration of a young woman suffering from a headache

Migraine Sufferer Finds Relief with Acupuncture

Cherie Rosenberger has suffered from migraines since childhood. Today, she finds relief from her migraines’ debilitating nausea through acupuncture.

Autumn Taylor

A Narcolepsy Story

A bright, driven teenager wanted to participate in activities but instead spent much of her time sleeping. After failed experiences with other specialists, Autumn received a correct diagnosis from sleep specialists at UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s.

Chuck Martens

Marine Corps Veteran Gets a Second Chance at Life After Second Stroke

With his daughter by his side, U.S. Marine Corps veteran Chuck Martens recovers from his second stroke with the help of the UH Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Natisha Long

All Smiles, No More Pain

UH neurosurgeon helps mom and healthcare worker get back to quality of life with first-in-the-world trigeminal nerve ablation procedure.

Lorelei Winslow poses outside

Surgeons Remove Rare Tumors Causing Teen’s Severe Nerve Pain

A 17-year-old high school student didn’t understand what was causing her severe pain until scans revealed rare non-cancerous tumors in her nervous system.

Martha Vucsko and her dog

Former Personal Trainer Feeling Better as She Recovers From Stroke

Aided by physical therapy, rehab, patience and positivity, a former personal trainer/body builder is on the road to healing after having two strokes.

Luke recovers from a stroke at UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital

Local Teen’s Remarkable Recovery from Stroke

Luke, a middle school soccer player, was just 13 when he collapsed at home from a stroke. His parents’ immediate reaction was to call 9-1-1 and with prompt medical care, Luke survived and is back to his active life.

Jeremy Hardy poses with his wife and their four children

Kentucky couple conducts national search for a second opinion

A successful cervical spinal tumor removal at University Hospitals Neurological Institute saves a patient’s life and gives his family hope.