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Embracing the Second Chance
February 6th 2019
Don Ventura, an Optimus patient and a left, above knee amputee, nearly lost his life to infection in August of 2017. Being seriously ill, Don was rushed into emergency surgery. His doctors and family had to face the reality that he might not make it through the surgery. Don has limited memory of the…
From Mailbox to Mailbox – Starting Where You're At
February 6th 2019
A look into the life of Gary and Joy Bragg and how thankfulness, family, and faith guided them on their road to recovery
It was March 2018, when Gary Bragg heard the words that felt like a dagger to his heart. “We must take your leg.” Those words, he said,…
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Keep Active!
February 5th 2019
Even at 83 years old patient, Shirley is full of life and inspiration! Her positive attitude shines through when she says, “Keep moving to find other things to do like helping others. You are not by yourself!” Shirley has been a below-knee amputee since September 2019. Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, She…