Our members embody the meaning of courage, which according to the Merriam Webster dictionary is “The mental or moral strength to venture, persevere and withstand danger, fear or difficulty.”
Each member story is unique, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of those who face the challenges of cancer head on, with dignity, strength and passion for life.
Take a moment to listen to their voices.
Be amazed by what real courage looks like.
Dr. Monica Anderson
Diagnosed in 2012 with Adult GIST.
Marc Wasserman
Diagnosed in 2006 with Adult GIST.
Bella Rocco
Diagnosed in 2009 with Pediatric
(SDH-Deficient) GIST.
Member Stories are below.
If you would like to contribute your story, or, that of a loved one, please email us today. Feel free to include any images you would like us to use!
Also visit our In Memoriam section and our In Memoriam website to light a candle for love ones that have passed.
Member Stories
Patient of the Month – June 2023: Simon Yeung
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Simon Yeung shares his story. #thrivingtogether
Caregiver of the Month – May 2023: Linda Geiss
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Linda Geiss shares her story. #thrivingtogether
Patient of the Month – April 2023: Adriana Perez Rotondo
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Adriana Perez Rotondo shares her story. #thrivingtogether
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
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