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Professional motorcycle racer Giacomo raced for two years with a torn ACL. When the injury worsened, he turned to Emory for expert ACL care and a fast recovery. Read More -
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After 30 years of military service and multiple deployments, Colonel (Ret.) Sean Fisher found support through the Emory Healthcare Veterans Program. Learn how structured care helped him reconnect with his family and manage the long-term effects of service. Read More -
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A mid-flight medical emergency led Steve to Emory Healthcare, where specialists diagnosed a serious esophageal condition. Learn how expert thoracic care helped him navigate a complex recovery and return to everyday life. Read More -
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Learn when and how to get screened for prostate cancer, who’s at risk, and how Emory Healthcare and Winship Cancer Institute are expanding access to early detection and expert care across Georgia. Read More -
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Carol's health was in a multi-year, mysterious decline—until a tiny, pea-sized tumor was discovered. Emory's pituitary experts uncovered the cause and the path forward. Read More -
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After years of unexplained symptoms, Beverly learned she had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. A complex surgery at Emory Healthcare turned things around. Read More -
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Cardiac nurse manager Christa developed a whole new appreciation for Emory’s Heart & Vascular team after her husband’s “widow maker” heart attack. Read More
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Alge Crumpler: Remaking of A Pro
A four-time All-Pro tight end with an NFL career spanning a decade with the Falcons, Patriots, Titans and Jaguars, Alge Crumpler was a legend on and off the field.
Alge, 44, built a reputation as a leader at his position and a leader among his teammates. However, like many elite athletes, he struggled to make the transition from the field to post-professional play life
