Patient Stories
David Streeter: From colorectal cancer screening to cancer-free in 6 weeks
Urging everyone over 45 to get screened, David is grateful for early detection and his care team's great humor.
Shannon Brooks: Inspiring herself and others during recovery
Told she might never recover, Shannon sought a second opinion from specialized physical therapist Sharil Cass, DPT, NCS, at Cheshire and proved herself "Shannon Strong."
Inpatient Rehabilitation services build vital link for COVID survivors
During the devastating winter COVID surge of 2021–2022, nowhere was perseverance more exemplified than the Inpatient Rehabilitation department, which specializes in getting people back on their feet and living their lives.
Pauline Johansen: Surviving to meet her guardian angels
A nurse for five decades, Johansen survived a sudden cardiac arrest thanks to chest compressions from a young neighbor and a skilled team of first responders.
Now in Remission, Cathy Schlichting Received World-Class Breast Cancer Care Close to Home
Cathy shares why she chose Cheshire’s nationally accredited Breast Care Center for her care.
Honoring a History of Caring with a Gift to Support Nursing Excellence
By establishing the Helen Brueckner Baute, RN, Nursing Excellence Funds, Stephanie and Joe Baute continue a family legacy of commitment to care.
Caring for COVID-19 Patients While Keeping Families Connected
A Vermont couple's experience with an early case of COVID-19
Beth Wood's Story: Delivering During a Pandemic
Cheshire’s midwifery, labor and delivery teams balance providing safe and comforting care for moms with rigorous COVID-19 safety precautions.
Restoring Strength and Independence: David Duffy's story
David Duffy was always a hard worker. He didn’t have time to go to the doctor or exercise or watch what he ate. By age 50, he was 465 pounds and stressed to his limit.
Her Experience as a Breast Care Center Patient Prompts Jan Ray-Thompson to Join Care Team
An occupational therapist suffering from breast cancer recovered thanks to Cheshire Medical Center and joined the staff there.