Why Group Health?
Members Say It Best
Every member has his or her own story to tell because every care experience is unique. Take a minute to see just what makes Group Health the kind of place that inspires members to share their stories. Discover for yourself how these patients' lives have changed.
92 Pounds Lost and Still Losing
Lori Yates weighed 300 pounds and her health was suffering. She has dropped to 215 pounds in 10 months and praises support she received from Group Health.
Read: Lori Yates' story
A Lifetime of Care at Group Health
In the 56 years Ginny Fairbairn's been a Group Health member, her doctors have saved her life and the life of her daughter, and healed many illnesses and injuries.
Read: Ginny Fairbairn's story
Getting Stronger Every Year
Knees battered from years of athletics, Alan Serebrin can now do activities he couldn't do for 20 years.
Read: Alan Serebrin's story
Surgery Was Definitely Worth It
While training with the USA Women's National Volleyball Team, Jane Collymore suffered a debilitating hip injury.
Read: Jane Collymore's story
Improvement Is Like Night and Day
After surgery on her shoulder, Tamara Jackson reports she can now do whatever activity she likes.
Read: Tamara Jackson's story
A Great Beginning at Family Beginnings
Julie Richards credits her Group Health tag-team for a terrific birth experience.
Read: Julie Richards' story
Members for 40 Wonderful Years
Richard Smith praises excellent care every step of the way for wife's Parkinson's disease and his own cancer diagnosis.
Read: Richard Smith's story
Doctor Is 'Gem of a Human Being'
Levon Kasparian praises his Group Health primary care physician, Steven Burrows, MD.
Read: Levon Kasparian's story
Surgeon Saves Member's Life Twice
Jim Kawulok praises his Group Health surgeon for his life-saving skills as well as his wonderful bedside manner.
Read: Jim Kawulok's story
'You Can't Go Wrong' With Care
Long-time member Gloria Mitchell, who had care through an at-risk pregnancy and cancer treatment, says other systems don't compare.
Read: Gloria Mitchell's story
STORIES ARCHIVE
What's Your Story?
Sharing stories is a powerful way to celebrate what makes Group Health special. How has Group Health touched your life? Have you received exceptional care from a Group Health doctor? Enjoyed great service from a Group Health staff member? Tell us your story.
Top Docs 2009
Each year, Northwest publications and organizations honor outstanding doctors and other medical professionals. The honors for 2010 are starting to roll in.
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