We amplify patient voices by supporting patient-led communication networks, gathering authentic stories from 750+ community members across 6+ ethnicities.
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Learn from our patients, caregivers, and advocates so you or someone you love can understand how vascular conditions can appear and be managed.
Impact Stories
Caregiver Advocacy Series
As part of PAD Awareness Month, Tammy and Courtney Leitsinger share their personal journeys caring for a loved one with PAD.
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Their story honors caregivers everywhere and reminds us that awareness, early intervention, and advocacy can save lives.
A Promise Kept
Tammy Leitsinger Spotlight
Courtney Leitsinger Spotlight
A Future Forward Together
2025 Vascular Health Step Challenge: Why I Walk Wednesday Series
In partnership with the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), our patient advocates share what motivates them to stay active and why they support the 2025 Vascular Health Step Challenge.
Gary De Matas
Steve Hamburger
Trish Brown
Patient Stories Archive
Explore our archive of patient stories that captures experiences and insights from earlier campaigns and community members.
Access the full Patient Stories Archive below.
Bick Had a Sore on His Foot That Wouldn't Heal
At 41, Kipp Came Close to Death
Nicole Had to Leave
College
A Test at Church Saved
Jim's Life
Virgina Madden Nearly Had a Stroke
Julie's Vessels Were Slowly Calcifying