Life Changing Moments

Out at Sea She Discovered a Lump in Her BreastLife Changing Moments

Out at Sea She Discovered a Lump in Her Breast

Gerry and her husband Larry were on an extended sailing trip off the coast of South Carolina when she noticed
Pursuing Dreams After a Spinal Cord InjuryLife Changing Moments

Pursuing Dreams After a Spinal Cord Injury

On a summer’s day Alexis Beshures’ life changed forever. She suffered a spinal cord injury after the rope she was
Born at Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant HospitalLife Changing Moments

Born at Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital

What’s it like to have your baby at Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital? Watch as a Mt. Pleasant couple
Battling Back from a Brain InjuryLife Changing Moments

Battling Back from a Brain Injury

In early October, Courtney Richardson was driving when a deer ran into the roadway. As she veered to avoid it
Surviving a Widow Maker Heart AttackAdvances in Healthcare

Surviving a Widow Maker Heart Attack

Philip Floyd was at home when he suddenly dropped with what is often called a widow maker heart attack. “He
A Cure for IncontinenceAdvances in Healthcare

A Cure for Incontinence

For 20 years Sandra struggled with incontinence.  Then she came to the Roper St. Francis Pelvic Health Center where she
Trapped and Injured for 36 HoursAdvances in Healthcare

Trapped and Injured for 36 Hours

When Shaun’s vehicle flipped off a mountain road he was trapped for 36 hours with a spinal cord injury. Extensive
Walter Got Fast Kidney Stone ReliefLife Changing Moments

Walter Got Fast Kidney Stone Relief

When Walter’s kidney stone pain struck it was excruciating.  Luckily, Walter was able to get fast relief at the Kidney
From Paralysis to a World-Class ArcherAdvances in Healthcare

From Paralysis to a World-Class Archer

In 2009, a motorcycle accident left Ben Thompson with a spinal cord injury. Ben started going to the Roper St.
Overcoming a Devastating StrokeLife Changing Moments

Overcoming a Devastating Stroke

It was Sunday evening and Connie had felt funny all day. “My hand was numb and I kept shaking it
Wendell’s Weight Loss StoryLife Changing Moments

Wendell’s Weight Loss Story

After a lifetime of being called “big guy” Wendell decided to make a change. See how Roper St. Francis helped
Getting My Old Self BackLife Changing Moments

Getting My Old Self Back

Poe felt like so many of her middle-aged women friends: overwhelmed and unbalanced, as if life was slipping out of
I Couldn’t Put My Health On Hold Any LongerLife Changing Moments

I Couldn’t Put My Health On Hold Any Longer

As a busy mother and career woman Debby was used to putting her health on hold, but after many years
They Saved My LifeLife Changing Moments

They Saved My Life

Karen had a deadly heart tumor. Learn how Dr. John Ciccone with Mount Pleasant Cardiology treated her tumor and gave
Leah’s Weight Loss StoryLife Changing Moments

Leah’s Weight Loss Story

Leah lost over 80 pounds and gained a ton of confidence. Learn how weight loss surgery with the Roper St.
Sisters Share Their Birth MomentsLife Changing Moments

Sisters Share Their Birth Moments

Sisters Melissa and Valerie share many things, including the doctors who care for them. Hear about their childbirth journey with Mount
My Surprise PregnancyLife Changing Moments

My Surprise Pregnancy

When my little girl asks where babies come from my response will be simple, “Do not fall off your bike.”
My Birth ExperienceLife Changing Moments

My Birth Experience

Giving birth to my third child at Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital was a wonderful experience! Everything went well
Jerome Faced a Devastating IllnessLife Changing Moments

Jerome Faced a Devastating Illness

In all reality, Jerome Riehl should feel tired most days. His job on Parris Island training recruits is extremely physical,
A Split Second Changed George's LifeLife Changing Moments

A Split Second Changed George's Life

George, who delivers soda to businesses, was doing his route downtown when he was struck by a car. His leg
For Love and MoneyAdvances in Healthcare

For Love and Money

This is a story about disease, fear, love and money; four things that link Donna Bush and Dr. Matthew Beldner
Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 8Life Changing Moments

Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 8

Our employees believe every moment matters for their patients. Watch what inspires them to work at Roper St. Francis and
A Chance for Tink to Walk AgainLife Changing Moments

A Chance for Tink to Walk Again

Tink was at the end of her day working as a line technician when she slipped from a utility pole.
Right Place, Right TimeLife Changing Moments

Right Place, Right Time

Brenda Horne was concerned about her husband, Bob, among other issues. He was in Roper Hospital last year for double