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From Caregiver to Patient

Colon Cancer
Grover Crumbley first met the team at the Tate Cancer Center when he was a caregiver for his wife as she underwent treatment for her cancer. Later, when Grover was diagnosed with colon cancer, he became a patient himself and received thorough, multidisciplinary care that helped to extend his life. Read his story.

A Diagnosis and Delivery, Where Timing is Everything

Breast Cancer
Diagnosed with breast cancer in the middle of her first pregnancy, Taylor Niemetz needed two things: a positive mindset and a strong team surrounding her. She found both at UM BWMC. Read her story.  

When COVID-19 Leads to a Life-Saving Discovery

Lung Cancer
Dolores Burden was admitted to UM BWMC due to complications with COVID-19. During her stay, a routine CT scan revealed a cancerous mass in her left lung. Read her story.

In the Words of a Patient: Prodgelee Pearson

Bladder Cancer
Prodgelee "Lee" Pearson thought she had a mild infection only to discover that she had Stage 4 bladder cancer. With thorough treatment from the Tate Cancer Center and support from her family and friends, she remains cancer free today. Read her story.

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