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I've been a multiple myeloma warrior for 10 years. My fight not only includes two SCTs, tests and other procedures, but also riding my bike an average of 10,000 miles a year, faith and a strong sense of presence.
John Pagenstecher Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma shortly after retirement. Now on maintenance treatment, I am redefining my retirement with a focus on wellness and volunteering as a Myeloma Coach.
John Bourland Cancer Fighter
I live in Busan, South Korea. After total renal failure, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in January 2020. My wonderful doctor has me in complete remission. Each new day is a gift!
Kerry Lee Maher Cancer Survivor
Child of God, husband, son, smallholder, optometrist, beekeeper, artist - these define me. These make me want to live life to the fullest. These are stronger than the embuggerance of myeloma.
Philip Saunders Cancer Survivor
I have had multiple myeloma now for four years. I've had good days and bad days. I am excited about all the new treatments that have been approved, and I look forward to more healthy years.
Susan Ciciarelli Cancer Fighter
My multiple myeloma journey began in December 2021. That day has set me on a course of not only physical, but mental and spiritual healing and growth.
Anitra Majors Cancer Fighter
I was thrust upon the myeloma journey in 2015. Although it was an unchosen path, I'm learning to thrive right where I am at. Each day I find something new that gives me hope.
Valarie Traynham Cancer Survivor
I was successfully treated for AML with a double cord blood transplant in 2016. I’m a survivor, a thriver, and a volunteer in more ways than I can count. Information on my memoir and activities is at www.stevebuechlerauthor.com.
Steve Buechler Cancer Survivor
I was diagnosed with CLL in 2004. I was stunned to tack on another blood cancer (Multiple Myeloma) in 2016. I am now 4 years post-SCT, in a solid remission (from both cancers) and chemo-free!
Susan Parnell Cancer Survivor
I am a retired professor of folklore and ethnography. I interviewed Ukrainian-Canadians in Alberta and Saskatchewan. I have also worked in Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Turkey, and I have written books about my research.
Natalie Kononenko Cancer Fighter
I am a four-time cancer fighter, MM, MDS/AML, Pituitary Adenoma, Meningioma, and a stroke - all since 2016! Even with all of this, life is a blessing!
John Wallace Cancer Fighter
My doctor ordered a bone marrow biopsy when he found my lab work to be off. I was diagnosed in 2018. I am a mother to a healthy 2 year old.
Remi Fields Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in July 2018 and on the Auriga trial. I'm very committed to exercise and feel that it is important in fighting the disease and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Bryan Soronson Cancer Survivor
I'm a first-generation Canadian who has lived abroad for over 30 years. I live in Montreal, Canada, and hope to continue to live a full life even with a difficult cancer diagnosis.
Gonzalo Gandia Cancer Fighter
I'm a retired 60 year-old husband and father of two sons. 11 years ago, I beat stage 3 colon cancer. In 2019, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and after a SCT I've got a partial response and no disease progression!
Tony O'Driscoll Cancer Survivor
My name is Jeff Stiles and I live in Kodak, TN. In May of 2014, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. I'm a father, grandfather, and love anthing that involves being outside!
Jeff Stiles Cancer Fighter
I'm a 46 year old Multiple Myeloma Fighter. I'm a wife, mother and colleague.
Jodie Martin Cancer Fighter
I am a nurse practitioner and I was diagnosed in July, 2011. I am now 10 years post stem cell transplant and multiple lines of treatment. I serve as a support group leader and a Myeloma Coach.
Julia Pallentino Cancer Coach
I live an active life in beautiful Northern NM. I appreciate each day on my myeloma journey of 10+ years. I enjoy my spouse, children and grandchildren. I founded and co-lead a myeloma support group.
Susan Benjamin Cancer Survivor
I am a mother, grandmother, college professor, and an avid swimmer, but myeloma and a transplant slowed me down a bit! Luckily, my two other cancers are in remission now. Attitude is everything! Stay strong!
Ann Lupo Cancer Patient & Survivor
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in February, 2018 and had my SCT in September, 2018 after going through 6 months of VTD. I am the mother of three gorgeous boys.
Sunitha Balakrishnan Cancer Survivor
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2012. After 2 stem cell transplants and almost every chemo combination available, I am still kicking, doing volunteer work, and playing golf. I won't give up!
Doug Keller Cancer Fighter
I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and a friend. I fight for everything and never give up. I was diagnosed in December 2020. I've had weekly chemo treatments and a stem cell transplant in 2021. I am winning this battle!
Dionne Wilson Cancer Fighter
Even while living with multiple myeloma, I am always seeking to grow, empower myself and others. I am a physical therapist, life coach, wife, mother, yoga teacher/enthusiast, and lover of all that is outdoors.
Tracy Kummer Cancer Fighter
I am glad to be part of the Healthtree Community, empowered by the resources available to me. I feel blessed to walk with others as we network, educate and support one another as we strive for a cure.
Shirley Cotton Cancer Survivor/Coach
I am fighting to not become a cancer patient. I was diagnosed with MGUS, in 2018. I joined HealthTree Cure Hub soon after to learn all I could about Myeloma.
Darlene Balduini Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with MGUS in 1999. and it turned to myeloma in 2016. I had a SCT and have been in remission since the Summer of 2021. Even though I have started treatment again, I am happy and going to beat this again!
Michael Meccia Cancer Fighter
A helper by nature, I jumped in feet first when my husband Matt, was diagnosed in 2011. I've proudly been his medical advocate ever since. Gratitude & humor keep Team Goldman going strong.
Leslie Goldman Cancer Caregiver
I am a caregiver to my fiancé who was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2021. I am also a realtor in the Denver area and a mom to two teenage daughters.
Maci O'Grady Maci O'Grady
I am 75 years old, a photographer, and recreational sailor. I live in Austin, Texas. I am being treated for multiple myeloma, and I just completed a stem cell transplant.
William (Bill) Records Cancer Survivor
I’m a mom to four, Gigi to one, and a writer, book lover, and aspiring author. When I don’t have my phone or laptop in my hand, you can find me in front of the TV enjoying an action movie.
Petula Lloyd Cancer Fighter
In 2018, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma at age 48. As a busy working mom with two middle schoolers, I knew I had to fight and that's what I did! With treatment, I've improved and feel great.
Robin Nickel Cancer Fighter
I am a veteran, entrepreneur, podcaster and multiple myeloma warrior. I help clients and customers to transform and learn how to overcome their circumstances through growth and oftentimes raw experiences.
Gregory Proctor Cancer Fighter
In the summer of 2021, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. I am consistently searching for valuable information. I am determined to fight the cancer and provide myself more years of a quality life.
Igor Pušnik Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2018, at 49 years old. I went through my first stem cell transplant. I am now back at work 100% as an engineer.
Sunnva Hylen Cancer Fighter
I am a 16+ year suvivor of multiple myeloma. I am 80 years old and a retired real estate developer. Working is my go-to source of exercise.
Bill Turpie Cancer Fighter
I've been a multiple myeloma warrior for 10 years. My fight not only includes two SCTs, tests and other procedures, but also riding my bike an average of 10,000 miles a year, faith and a strong sense of presence.
John Pagenstecher Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma shortly after retirement. Now on maintenance treatment, I am redefining my retirement with a focus on wellness and volunteering as a Myeloma Coach.
John Bourland Cancer Fighter
I live in Busan, South Korea. After total renal failure, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in January 2020. My wonderful doctor has me in complete remission. Each new day is a gift!
Kerry Lee Maher Cancer Survivor
Child of God, husband, son, smallholder, optometrist, beekeeper, artist - these define me. These make me want to live life to the fullest. These are stronger than the embuggerance of myeloma.
Philip Saunders Cancer Survivor
I have had multiple myeloma now for four years. I've had good days and bad days. I am excited about all the new treatments that have been approved, and I look forward to more healthy years.
Susan Ciciarelli Cancer Fighter
My multiple myeloma journey began in December 2021. That day has set me on a course of not only physical, but mental and spiritual healing and growth.
Anitra Majors Cancer Fighter
I was thrust upon the myeloma journey in 2015. Although it was an unchosen path, I'm learning to thrive right where I am at. Each day I find something new that gives me hope.
Valarie Traynham Cancer Survivor
I was successfully treated for AML with a double cord blood transplant in 2016. I’m a survivor, a thriver, and a volunteer in more ways than I can count. Information on my memoir and activities is at www.stevebuechlerauthor.com.
Steve Buechler Cancer Survivor
I was diagnosed with CLL in 2004. I was stunned to tack on another blood cancer (Multiple Myeloma) in 2016. I am now 4 years post-SCT, in a solid remission (from both cancers) and chemo-free!
Susan Parnell Cancer Survivor
I am a retired professor of folklore and ethnography. I interviewed Ukrainian-Canadians in Alberta and Saskatchewan. I have also worked in Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Turkey, and I have written books about my research.
Natalie Kononenko Cancer Fighter
I am a four-time cancer fighter, MM, MDS/AML, Pituitary Adenoma, Meningioma, and a stroke - all since 2016! Even with all of this, life is a blessing!
John Wallace Cancer Fighter
My doctor ordered a bone marrow biopsy when he found my lab work to be off. I was diagnosed in 2018. I am a mother to a healthy 2 year old.
Remi Fields Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in July 2018 and on the Auriga trial. I'm very committed to exercise and feel that it is important in fighting the disease and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Bryan Soronson Cancer Survivor
I'm a first-generation Canadian who has lived abroad for over 30 years. I live in Montreal, Canada, and hope to continue to live a full life even with a difficult cancer diagnosis.
Gonzalo Gandia Cancer Fighter
I'm a retired 60 year-old husband and father of two sons. 11 years ago, I beat stage 3 colon cancer. In 2019, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and after a SCT I've got a partial response and no disease progression!
Tony O'Driscoll Cancer Survivor
My name is Jeff Stiles and I live in Kodak, TN. In May of 2014, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. I'm a father, grandfather, and love anthing that involves being outside!
Jeff Stiles Cancer Fighter
I'm a 46 year old Multiple Myeloma Fighter. I'm a wife, mother and colleague.
Jodie Martin Cancer Fighter
I am a nurse practitioner and I was diagnosed in July, 2011. I am now 10 years post stem cell transplant and multiple lines of treatment. I serve as a support group leader and a Myeloma Coach.
Julia Pallentino Cancer Coach
I live an active life in beautiful Northern NM. I appreciate each day on my myeloma journey of 10+ years. I enjoy my spouse, children and grandchildren. I founded and co-lead a myeloma support group.
Susan Benjamin Cancer Survivor
I am a mother, grandmother, college professor, and an avid swimmer, but myeloma and a transplant slowed me down a bit! Luckily, my two other cancers are in remission now. Attitude is everything! Stay strong!
Ann Lupo Cancer Patient & Survivor
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in February, 2018 and had my SCT in September, 2018 after going through 6 months of VTD. I am the mother of three gorgeous boys.
Sunitha Balakrishnan Cancer Survivor
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2012. After 2 stem cell transplants and almost every chemo combination available, I am still kicking, doing volunteer work, and playing golf. I won't give up!
Doug Keller Cancer Fighter
I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and a friend. I fight for everything and never give up. I was diagnosed in December 2020. I've had weekly chemo treatments and a stem cell transplant in 2021. I am winning this battle!
Dionne Wilson Cancer Fighter
Even while living with multiple myeloma, I am always seeking to grow, empower myself and others. I am a physical therapist, life coach, wife, mother, yoga teacher/enthusiast, and lover of all that is outdoors.
Tracy Kummer Cancer Fighter
I am glad to be part of the Healthtree Community, empowered by the resources available to me. I feel blessed to walk with others as we network, educate and support one another as we strive for a cure.
Shirley Cotton Cancer Survivor/Coach
I am fighting to not become a cancer patient. I was diagnosed with MGUS, in 2018. I joined HealthTree Cure Hub soon after to learn all I could about Myeloma.
Darlene Balduini Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with MGUS in 1999. and it turned to myeloma in 2016. I had a SCT and have been in remission since the Summer of 2021. Even though I have started treatment again, I am happy and going to beat this again!
Michael Meccia Cancer Fighter
A helper by nature, I jumped in feet first when my husband Matt, was diagnosed in 2011. I've proudly been his medical advocate ever since. Gratitude & humor keep Team Goldman going strong.
Leslie Goldman Cancer Caregiver
I am a caregiver to my fiancé who was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2021. I am also a realtor in the Denver area and a mom to two teenage daughters.
Maci O'Grady Maci O'Grady
I am 75 years old, a photographer, and recreational sailor. I live in Austin, Texas. I am being treated for multiple myeloma, and I just completed a stem cell transplant.
William (Bill) Records Cancer Survivor
I’m a mom to four, Gigi to one, and a writer, book lover, and aspiring author. When I don’t have my phone or laptop in my hand, you can find me in front of the TV enjoying an action movie.
Petula Lloyd Cancer Fighter
In 2018, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma at age 48. As a busy working mom with two middle schoolers, I knew I had to fight and that's what I did! With treatment, I've improved and feel great.
Robin Nickel Cancer Fighter
I am a veteran, entrepreneur, podcaster and multiple myeloma warrior. I help clients and customers to transform and learn how to overcome their circumstances through growth and oftentimes raw experiences.
Gregory Proctor Cancer Fighter
In the summer of 2021, I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. I am consistently searching for valuable information. I am determined to fight the cancer and provide myself more years of a quality life.
Igor Pušnik Cancer Fighter
I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2018, at 49 years old. I went through my first stem cell transplant. I am now back at work 100% as an engineer.
Sunnva Hylen Cancer Fighter
I am a 16+ year suvivor of multiple myeloma. I am 80 years old and a retired real estate developer. Working is my go-to source of exercise.
Bill Turpie Cancer Fighter

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