From Pain to Possibility: How Hip Replacement Helped Restore Independence

For years, everyday tasks had become a struggle for Joanne Dijanni. Chronic back pain, worsening hip pain and osteoarthritis made even walking difficult,…

Former Florida Legislator Credits his Life to Early Detection

Tony Hill is an U.S. Army veteran, former Florida legislator and a well-known community leader. He often shares his story of stroke and recovery to encourage…

A Second Chance to Stand

Patrick Barnes’ journey to recovery with UF Health adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgery

Jacksonville Woman Survives Stroke at Age 37

Chantel Mitchell thought she was about to have the weekend of her life at a Nicki Minaj concert. Instead, she found herself fighting for it. While dancing at…

Finding Hope in Sound Again

A UF Health patient has his hearing restored with a minimally invasive procedure

When Advocacy Meets Care

In January 2025, while returning from a birthday trip in Marion County for her wife, Lakisha Carter experienced unexpected and alarming pain. “I went to the…

Amelia Returns to Family Life After Complex Hernia Surgery at UF Health Jacksonville

Amelia Jones is a radiology employee at UF Health Jacksonville. She went from checking in patients to becoming one herself after experiencing a traumatic…

Employee Pam Reckner Wins Big with Jacksonville Dragon Boat Racing Club

Wins medals in breast cancer division in international competition

Jacksonville Leader Sam Newby Sets an Example of Maintaining Physical Health

Jacksonville native Sam Newby served on the City Council from 2015 to 2023, representing At-Large - Group 5, which covers portions of Northwest Jacksonville…

Faith, Hope and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

When Virginia Palmer, patient relations supervisor at UF Health North, started working at the facility in 2015, she never imagined she would soon rely on the…

Steps of Faith: A Patient's Path From Pain to Healing

An ankle replacement ends years of suffering

Iron Resolve

Ironman athlete, Chad Snyder's comeback with UF Health orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation care