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After a brain tumor diagnosis and urgent surgery, one patient keeps a positive mindset as he works with his care team to manage his health four years after his medical journey began.

The Brain Tumor program at Carle Foundation Hospital helps patients take charge of their care even when treatment of complex brain, spine and skull base tumors feels overwhelming.

Ann Stroink, MD, FAANS, board-certified neurosurgeon at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, retired November 22, 2023. Dr. Stroink’s substantial career contributed many advancements in the field of healthcare and to the Carle Health community.

A nurse recognized the stroke signs and pressed a patient to seek care right away. Her persistence saved a Mattoon woman’s sight and life.

Julian Wade needed a complicated brain surgery to stop an aggressive tumor. Carle Neuroscience Institute was there.