Success Stories

Meet people who are living their lives to the fullest while managing end stage renal disease. These individuals were recognized by Fresenius Medical Care North America for their dedication to their dialysis treatment programs and their positive attitude in the face of chronic illness. They volunteer in their community and enjoy active lives with their families and friends. Many work full or part-time. All are an inspiration.

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  Rex Wadsworth

  Home Therapy Keeps Patient Active with Church and Family

  
  
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  AliceManns

  
  
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  Niki Summers

  Life Experiences Drive Patient’s Passion for Nursing

  
  
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  Marlene Meza

  Home Dialysis Helps Patient Stay Active

  
  
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  Sharon Weber

  Home Dialysis Allows for More Time with Grandkids and Travel

  
  
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  Helen Conklin

  Great Grandmother Still Enjoys an Independent Lifestyle

  
  
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  Rosa Pusey

  Working Grandmother Calls Home Dialysis a Great Change

  
  
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  Linda Calestino

  Home Hemodialysis Patient Thrives on Travel

  
  
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  Cory Burton

  By Managing his Diet, Philadelphia Father Gets Life Back on Track

  
  
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  Arlette Whitaker

  Young Mother Balances Family, Work and Church

  
  
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  Kelly Miller

  Keeping an Active Lifestyle with PD

  
  
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  Kathleen Romanick

  Patient Helps Others Explore Dialysis Treatment Options

  
  
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  John Hrivnak

  Home Dialysis Allows for Full-Time Career and Home Schooling

  
  
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  Scott Williams

  Dedicated Family Man Encourages Other Patients to Stay Strong

  
  
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  Joann Ratliff

  High Energy Great-Grandmother Works Full-Time and Enjoys Hobbies

  
  
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  Esperanza Giles

  In-Center Nighttime Dialysis Helps Patient Regain Control of Her Life

  
  
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  Gloria Miranda

  Alamo City Patient Volunteers and Raises Money for Other Patients

  
  
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  Audrey Lizarraga

  Arizona Woman Stays Active by Exploring Mountains and Beaches

  
  
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  Jarrod Jones

  Longtime Patient Reaches Out to Educate Others About CKD

  
  
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  Andrew Stasny

  Living Life to the Fullest: On Stage and Off

  
  
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  Vickie Lusby

  In-Center Patient Inspires Through Poetry

  
  
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  Tanysha Pitts

  Nighttime Dialysis Allows Patient to Dream Big

  
  
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  Charlisa Holmes

  Soldier Inspires Others One Step at a Time

  
  
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  Cecel Hollingsworth

  A Volunteer Who Cherishes Time with Her Family

  
  
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  Anthony Culotta

  A Little Laughter Goes a Long Way

  
  
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  Robert Whitley

  Kidney Failure Leads Patient to Pursue Higher Education

  
  
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  Shirley Longoria

  Quarter Century Patient is Grateful for Second Chances

  
  
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  Mayra Martinez

  Professional Musician Has Thriving Career While on Dialysis

  
  
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  Carmichael Griffin

  Music and Theater Keep Dialysis Patient Active and Motivated

  
  
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  Vivian Owens

  Retired Florist Gives Warmth to Other Patients

  
  
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  Johanna Moser

  Dialysis Prompts Florida Woman to Start Craft Business

  
  
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  Joe Farrar

  Family Man Cooks Up Time with Two Kids

  
  
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  Duane Cabe

  Motorcycle-Riding Hawaiian Hopes to Inspire and Motivate Others

  
  
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  Tim Morgan

  Family and Outdoor Activities Keep Longtime Patient in Good Spirits

  
  
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  Richard Marietta

  Traveling, Teaching and Thriving

  
  
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  Francis Boeding

  Singing Songs and Lifting Spirits, While Never Missing a Treatment

  
  
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  Manuel Ibarra

  A Compassionate Patient Stays Active and Inspires Others

  
  
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  Joy Matthews

  Grandmother Succeeds on Dialysis for 27 Years

  
  
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  AnthonyLee

  
  
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  NancyWeirich

  
  
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  Kelvin Wright

  Father of Two Advocates for the Freedom of Home Dialysis

  
  
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  Jimmy Hopkins

  Military Veteran Stays Active and Takes Pride in His Job

  
  
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  Ronnie Glasper

  Dialysis Success Starts With You; Just Ask Ronnie

  
  
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  DeWayne Ussery

  Georgia Grandfather Grateful for 25 Years on Dialysis

  
  
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  Anita Henderson

  Alabama Patient Thrives on Strong Relationship with Staff

  
  
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  Jessie M. Woods

  Outgoing, Independent Patient Keeps Spirits High

  
  
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  David Bosse

  A Healthy Diet and Positive Attitude Leads to Good Things

  
  
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  Harvey Jones

  Dialysis Patient Uses Voice to Inspire Peers, Legislators

  
  
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  Mary Ann Milo

  On a Mission to Spread Happiness and Promote Education

  
  
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  Pasquale "Pat" Vitale

  Switch to In-Center Nocturnal Dialysis is a Win-Win

  
  
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  Patrick Woods

  Outdoorsman Thrives on Dialysis Treatment

  
  
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  Pamela Murchison

  Patient Stays Active in Kidney Group and Mentoring Patients

  
  
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  Homer Scott

  Patient’s Big Hat and Positive Attitude Brighten the Day

  
  
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  Russell Tipton

  Patient Urges Others to Learn about Their Options

  
  
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  Stuart Johnsrud

  Work and Travel Keeps Family Man Motivated

  
  
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  Marian Carr

  Helping Other Patients With Ambitious Work Ethic

  
  
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  Antonio Guzman Jr.

  Faith and Family Help Texas Patient Stay Motivated

  
  
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  Jason Toliver

  Hip Hop MC Balances School and Family

  
  
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  Petra Castillo

  Texas Patient Awaits Transplant, and Plans More Travel

  
  
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  RayRidgeway

  
  
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  FarilSimpson

  
  
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  Delores Goodman

  Keeping Spirits High with Her Songs

  
  
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  Gracie Castro

  Traveling is Key to Staying Upbeat and Positive