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University of Wisconsin Paul P. Carbone Comreprehensive Cancer Center LogoThere are moments in life that inspire each of us.

This month as we approach Thanksgiving, we profile five individuals as they share their own stories of thankfulness – in their own words. These are stories that will inspire each of you.

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Kyle Holen, MD, Physician with UW Paul P. Carbone Comprehensive Cancer CenterKyle Holen, MD: For My Patients, Who Have Each Made Me a Better Person
 
I was walking home from the hospital one night during the first year of my practice at UW Hospital and Clinics. The week had been much busier than I had expected; there were many work and personal issues that were all coming to a head. Read More
 
 
Sharrie HeiblSharrie Heibl: Surrounded by Music and Love
 
Having been surrounded in life, since always, by the important treasures of love and music, being able to call myself a cancer survivor is simply "frosting on the cake." Read More
 
 
 
Barb Endle, President of Tomorrow's HopeBarb Endl, Tomorrow's Hope: Giving Thanks for Hope
 
My journey changed dramatically when cancer touched the life of my loved ones. It is through them I have discovered my passion in life. Other than family, I have never done anything as rewarding or fulfilling as Tomorrow's Hope. Read More
 
 
Chuck KovalChuck Koval: Living with Multiple Myeloma
 
My more than ten years since being diagnosed has strengthened me as a person. I have learned to look to the future when making treatment decisions. I have found that education about the disease together with how the disease is affecting you personally is critical in the decision-making process. Read More
 
 
Jennifer Kakuske, Oncology Nurse at the UW Paul P. Carbone Comprehensive Cancer CenterJennifer Kakuske, RN: The Experience of Being an Oncology Nurse
 
The experience of being an oncology nurse cannot be described by one single adjective or even one story for that matter. Our job is to heal on many different levels with patients and with loved ones whether they are family or friend. Read More