Tag Archives: Canada

Thoroughness is credited by Canadian for early Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

January 17th, 2013 - 1:48 pm

John Henderson of British Columbia is a details man: a Chartered Accountant for whom accuracy and thoroughness are paramount. So while health care is excellent in Canada, about 15 years ago Mr. Henderson, now 62, decided his routine check-ups were … Continue reading →

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A first of its kind surgery

February 24th, 2011 - 2:00 pm

Three years ago, when Janis Ollson, now 32, was pregnant with her second child, she experienced agonizing back pain. But, unlike the back pain she had during her first pregnancy with daughter Braxtyn, this time the pain would not subside. … Continue reading →

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A Mayo Moment with a "Woman Cut in Half"

December 20th, 2010 - 11:43 am

A big part of the reason for Sharing Mayo Clinic is to give Mayo patients the opportunity to share their stories of how Mayo has changed their lives. It’s inspiring for employees to hear about the difference we make together … Continue reading →

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Tamiko’s Story: Getting Definitive Answers

March 19th, 2009 - 6:00 am

Tamiko Lyle lives in Kelowna, British Columbia, and came to Mayo Clinic in late February to seek answers to medical problems that had bothered her for several years. In explaining why she came to Mayo Clinic, Tamiko said she reached … Continue reading →

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