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Skylar McCaulley always knew he wanted to become a doctor. But then the aspiring medical school student began to suffer from severe migraines, and a CT scan later revealed Skylar had suffered a ruptured AVM or arteriovenous malformation that led to a stroke. Skylar came to Madonna’s brain injury program unable to move or eat, but his care team soon saw his progress skyrocket.
Former Lincoln pastor, Bill Peterson finds respite and comfort in the quiet of the chapel at Madonna's Lincoln Campus. During his recovery journey Bill tapped into the power of faith, music and positivity by wearing a red nose during therapy sessions in an effort to remain upbeat and make those around him smile.
Rob Meader is a 2017 Goal Award winner. We caught up with him six years after suffering a major stroke and Rob continues to be independent and credits Madonna's Lincoln Campus for the gift of time. The time he uses to teach others about the sport of archery he loves the most.
Between her three kids, a full-time job at an orthopedic hospital, and the occasional sand volleyball game, Andrea Kuester is a busy woman. A stroke in February temporarily sidelined the 39-year-old former college athlete, but her can-do attitude is proving key to her successful rehabilitation journey.
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