Patient Stories
With our mission to preserve and enhance our tradition of medical excellence and compassionate care for the Tampa Bay community, it is a great honor to hear that we are making a difference in the lives of our patients.
These patient stories exemplify the level of care we strive for at St. Joseph’s Hospitals.
Jovie’s Story: “My Christmas in July Baby”
The only thing that kept us sane during our baby’s time in NICU was knowing there were people at St. Joseph’s who loved on our Jovie like family.
Salvatore’s Story: “St. Joseph’s Gave My Baby A Future”
The Child Life team brought a little bit of normalcy to a situation that was anything but. When you spend that much time in the hospital, having them to lean on is a priceless gift.
“I Chose a Double Mastectomy, Even Though I Didn’t Have Cancer”
More than 20 years ago, Karen Weiss joyfully welcomed the first of her three daughters at St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital. While the celebration of new life is always a special…
Don Cushing’s Story: I Never Felt Alone
“What impressed me the most was how everyone treated me like an individual. It all felt very personal. And they always made sure I understood everything that was being done and everything that was happening.”
David Osterweil’s Story: Marathon Runner Gets Unexpected Lesson in Perseverance
David Osterweil’s story is like so many others. A bright, energetic young man leaves home for college, works hard, pursues a career, meets someone he wants to share his life…
A New Hometown and a New Lease on Life
Cheryl Bailey was busy planning her upcoming move from Illinois to Tampa and counting down the days to sunshine and beaches after spending years of frigid winters. Even though her…
St. Joe’s is More Than Just the Local Hospital. It’s Part of Our Community.
Early in 2020, Karen and Micah’s two children, Dexter and Hadley, were lounging in one of the family’s hammocks enjoying the sunny weather. Soon their giggles turned to tears when…
