Delivering Hope: A Modern Day Miracle of Birth
April Lopossa was faced with a daunting decision - to take Gleevec for her newly diagnosed GIST pre-surgery or wait until she delivered her unborn child.
In Memoriam – Carlos Alberto Baldor, Sr., Friend of the LRG & Major Donor
Carlos and Liana Baldor's daughter, Ana Maria Baldor-Bunn, died from GIST in 2002 after a two-year battle. Our In Memoriam website is dedicated to Ana and her father Carl who lost his own battle with cancer in April of 2020.
Patient of the Month for December: Leslie Pastén Rojas
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Leslie Pastén Rojas shares her story.
Paciente del mes de diciembre: Leslie Pastén Rojas
Cada miembro tiene una historia única, pero todos reflejan el coraje intrínseco de quien enfrenta el desafío de GIST. Leslie Pastén Rojas comparte su historia.
GIST & Creativity – Jacqui Bartlett, Photographer & GISTer
Artistic expression is an important psychosocial activity. In this two-part series, these GISTers - professional and amateur creatives, share their stories. This is Jacqui Bartlett's story.
Caregiver of the Month for November: Stephanie De Jong
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Stephanie De Jong shares her story.
GIST & Creativity – Ellen Mayer, Painter and GISTer
Artistic expression is an important psychosocial activity. In this two-part series, these GISTers - professional and amateur creatives, share their stories. In this post, painter, graphic designer & photographer, Ellen Mayer of NJ shares about her journey with GIST and creativity.
GIST & Creativity – MaKayla Evans, Medical Assistant, Artist, GISTer
Artistic expression is an important psychosocial activity. In this two-part series, these GISTers - professional and amateur creatives, share their stories. MaKayla Evans loves painting, drawing, and photography.
Patient of the Month for October: William Wenzel
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. William Wenzel shares his story.
Caregiver of the Month for September: Pat Rocco
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Pat Rocco shares her story.