Patient Stories

These touching stories tell of the unwavering dedication of our lifesaving crews and local partners.

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Mike’s sunny motorcycle ride should have been the highlight of his day. Instead, it nearly ended his life. Click here to read about Mike’s experience with Life Flight Network.
First it was wasps, then a watering can. Jo Lynn just wanted to spend time tending her garden, but nature had other plans. Read on to learn about the lifesaving care she received from Life Flight Network after a scary mishap.
Mike went from being a healthy high school senior to fighting for his life in the span of a few weeks. Read on to learn how Life Flight Network helped him get the care he needed to survive and how his experience has inspired him to pursue a career in the air medical field.
As an ER physician, Dr. Russell Mcune is used to treating patients, not being one. On Easter Eve 2023, the tables turned, and Dr. Mcune found himself in need of Life Flight Network. Read on to learn what led to him briefly becoming his own physician and requesting emergency air medical transport.
When his fall from a ladder resulted in multiple severe fractures and a brain bleed, Rick trusted Life Flight Network to provide the comfort and lifesaving care he needed.
Jeff went from feeling under the weather to collapsing in his bedroom in the span of a few hours. Read on to learn what happened and how Life Flight Network aided in his survival.
What did Ben say after learning he received multiple blood transfusions and coded on the operating table three times? “My fourth life is a good one.” Read on to learn more about how Ben turned tragedy into triumph.
A day on the trails turned into a fight for his life. Read on to find out how Rick survived a ‘widow-maker’ with a little help from Life Flight Network.
From horseback to the pediatric ICU, this little girl has been through the ringer. Click here to learn more about our fearless friend, Reese.
When Heather noticed she wasn’t feeling well, she initially didn’t think it was anything serious. After collapsing at home, she learned it was quite serious—she had blood clots in both of her lungs. Read her full story to learn how Life Flight Network was there for her when she needed help.
When Nellie’s holiday plans were destroyed by a devastating head-on collision, Life Flight Network responded. Extensive injuries, including a collapsed lung and multiple fractures, couldn’t keep Nellie off her snowboard. Read more about how Life Flight Network helped Nellie return to the mountain, like she never left.
When Perry, an avid cyclist, departed for his daily ride, he had no idea he would wind up fighting for his life. Read on to learn more about Perry’s accident, his miraculous recovery, and Life Flight Network’s role in his care.
Mike’s sunny motorcycle ride should have been the highlight of his day. Instead, it nearly ended his life. Click here to read about Mike’s experience with Life Flight Network.
First it was wasps, then a watering can. Jo Lynn just wanted to spend time tending her garden, but nature had other plans. Read on to learn about the lifesaving care she received from Life Flight Network after a scary mishap.
Mike went from being a healthy high school senior to fighting for his life in the span of a few weeks. Read on to learn how Life Flight Network helped him get the care he needed to survive and how his experience has inspired him to pursue a career in the air medical field.
As an ER physician, Dr. Russell Mcune is used to treating patients, not being one. On Easter Eve 2023, the tables turned, and Dr. Mcune found himself in need of Life Flight Network. Read on to learn what led to him briefly becoming his own physician and requesting emergency air medical transport.
When his fall from a ladder resulted in multiple severe fractures and a brain bleed, Rick trusted Life Flight Network to provide the comfort and lifesaving care he needed.
Jeff went from feeling under the weather to collapsing in his bedroom in the span of a few hours. Read on to learn what happened and how Life Flight Network aided in his survival.
What did Ben say after learning he received multiple blood transfusions and coded on the operating table three times? “My fourth life is a good one.” Read on to learn more about how Ben turned tragedy into triumph.
A day on the trails turned into a fight for his life. Read on to find out how Rick survived a ‘widow-maker’ with a little help from Life Flight Network.
From horseback to the pediatric ICU, this little girl has been through the ringer. Click here to learn more about our fearless friend, Reese.
When Heather noticed she wasn’t feeling well, she initially didn’t think it was anything serious. After collapsing at home, she learned it was quite serious—she had blood clots in both of her lungs. Read her full story to learn how Life Flight Network was there for her when she needed help.
When Nellie’s holiday plans were destroyed by a devastating head-on collision, Life Flight Network responded. Extensive injuries, including a collapsed lung and multiple fractures, couldn’t keep Nellie off her snowboard. Read more about how Life Flight Network helped Nellie return to the mountain, like she never left.
When Perry, an avid cyclist, departed for his daily ride, he had no idea he would wind up fighting for his life. Read on to learn more about Perry’s accident, his miraculous recovery, and Life Flight Network’s role in his care.

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