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Hospital Surgeon Performs Texas' First Custom Hip Replacement Surgery
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Hospital Surgeon Performs Texas' First Custom Hip Replacement Surgery

Wanda Shelling used to live with debilitating hip pain, but after opting for a custom hip replacement, she says “every day is like a birthday”…

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Rare Match Leads to Lifesaving Marrow Transplant
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Rare Match Leads to Lifesaving Marrow Transplant

Fewer than 1 in 500 people who sign up for the Be The Match Registry®, the largest and most diverse marrow registry in the world, go on to become donors. But the chances of the donor being a teenager are even rarer. That's where Garrett Alldredge defies all odds.…

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Plano Man Gets Back On Track After Joint Replacement
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Plano Man Gets Back On Track After Joint Replacement

Hank Sokol is living proof that joint replacement can transform one's life, especially after years of believing other body parts were the source of debilitating pain. And, it has made attainable his "ultimate goal," which just might have something to do with a prized Corvette.…

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A Life Changing Journey
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A Life Changing Journey

A medical incident six years ago and their life-changing journey since have been atypical for this otherwise ordinary Plano family, but their experience offers a great lesson for all who seek to lead healthier lives.…

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The Shertzer Family - Living A Healthy Lifestyle
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The Shertzer Family - Living A Healthy Lifestyle

Amidst busy schedules, the Shertzer's have found ways to live a healthy lifestyle, even if it doesn't always involve time at the gym or workout studio.…

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Plano Runner Gives Back After Falling in Love with Running
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Plano Runner Gives Back After Falling in Love with Running

In an attempt to combat future health issues and spend time with her husband, Shannah Hayley took up running. But after finishing her first major race, she was inspired to help others run towards better health.…

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Community Involvement Keeps Couple Healthy
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Community Involvement Keeps Couple Healthy

Craig Perry and Tom Venner are an active Plano couple.  From their careers, to community involvement, to their love of travel, Perry and Venner keep a full schedule.  However, amidst all of their…

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Getting Back In the Game
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Getting Back In the Game

Before Ron Wommack was an architect he was an active high school baseball player. But after decades of enjoying America's pastime, Wommack began having issues with his knees, he had to give the sport up, along with other favorite hobbies — until he met Dr. Hohman.…

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A Motivating Friendship
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A Motivating Friendship

Audrey Moore and Donna Jackson's friendship spans more than two decades. That unique bond has helped them to share their accomplishments, and struggles, in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.…

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Research Leads Back Pain Patient to Life-Changing Surgery
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Research Leads Back Pain Patient to Life-Changing Surgery

As a former recipient of spine fusion, Bridget Toews was well aware that another fusion could further limit her neck mobility and decided to live with the pain as long as possible until she found out about ADR.…

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