Dick Frierson never expected to need neurosurgery. When he did, he was thankful to have a compassionate team of doctors and nurses, along with cutting-edge neurosurgical technology available through St. John.

When Brenda Nies was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, she didn’t know that deep brain stimulation could help her condition tremendously. Thanks to Dr. Patrick Han at the St. John Neuroscience Institute, Brenda can now enjoy life with her family and grandkids without the debilitating symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

Two strokes in a row landed Billy Parker at the St. John Heyman Stroke Center. Luckily, the country music aficionado and radio host had recognized the symptoms and sought immediate treatment. Under the care of eastern Oklahoma’s top stroke team, Billy recovered well, and today he is back in the studio encouraging others to learn the warning signs of stroke.