Patient of the Month – February 2023: Randy Heiman
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Randy Heiman shares his story. #thrivingtogether
Caregiver of the Month – January 2023: Andrea Mantilla
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Andrea Mantilla shares her story. #thrivingtogether
La Senda Verde Wildlife Sanctuary Tour
Caregiver Vicky Ossio, with Senda Verde co-founder Marcelo Levy (videographer), took us on a 40-minute trip into the Bolivian jungle to visit the beautiful wild animals and talk about their mission.
GIST Advocate & Board Member Dr. mOe Anderson Shares Her Vision About Her TEDTalk Opportunity
GIST Advocate & Board Member Dr. mOe Anderson shares how she set her intentions on a vision board to give a TEDTalk and this happened for her in January 2023. #thrivingtogether
#ThrivingTogether
Our theme for this year is Thriving Together and we are going to illustrate that concept throughout the year by sharing the celebrations, triumphs, and milestones that our community is experiencing while living with GIST.
A Conversation with Patient Advocate Sarah McGoram
Sarah McGoram is a long-term survivor & passionate patient advocate for GIST patients in Australia.
From Major Surgery to Metastases – Paul Mexcur’s Story
GISTer Paul Mexcur shares his story as a part of our Time to Tell the Stories 2022 campaign and shares an original poem as well.
A Unique Perspective by a Physician Who is a GISTer
Submitted by Dr. Indra Lovko, GISTer & LRG contributor Hello my fellow GI Stromal Tumor patients and caregivers! I was asked by the Life Raft Group staff to write about what it has been [...]
Patient of the Month for October: Phil Honsey
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. It's Time to Tell the Stories! Phil Honsey shares his story.
Time To Tell The Stories – Donald Prestage
The Life Raft Group is celebrating our 20th anniversary as a nonprofit in 2022. Our Time to Tell the Stories features honor this legacy. GISTer Donald Prestage shares his story.