APD is a friendly, generous, and considerate organization. We treat people as individuals, each with their own unique story. Meet our patients, donors, volunteers, and friends.
Kindness
![Emma Cottage](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-05/Mountain%20Patient%20Story.png?itok=kjuncQlF)
Patient Story: Hip Replacement Recovery
Emma Cottage researched the hip replacement surgery process, did her pre-surgery preparation, and had team in place for her recovery.
![Bill Stone](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-05/loescher%20blog.png?itok=50Gygonf)
Patient Story: Reducing Chronic Pain Without Surgery
Platelet-rich plasma injection therapy with APD Sports Medicine was just what patient Bill Stone needed to get back to work and recreation.
![Alexis Bryan](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-05/Alexis%202%20%281%29.png?itok=2NDDn89t)
Meet a Speech Therapist: Alexis Bryan
Whether a patient has a hard time swallowing or struggles with language, APD’s Speech Therapy is available to help.
![Cheryl Jones](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-04/Cheryl%20Jones.png?itok=KWQ7WX8_)
Meet an Occupational Therapy Assistant: Cheryl Jones
April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate the occupational therapists. Meet Cheryl Jones, COTA.
![Loescher](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-04/Loescher.png?itok=8P69gxG6)
Patient Story: Skiing, Hiking, and Working Again After Years of Pain
An athlete finds hope and a return to activity thanks to Sports Medicine at APD.
![Sara Fisher](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-04/Sarah%20Fisher.png?itok=2Pi0hP2C)
Meet an Occupational Therapist: Sara Fisher
April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate the occupational therapists. Meet Sarah Fisher, OTR/L.
![Infusion](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-04/ELlen.png?itok=PrTgT5p8)
Patient Story: Continuity of Care at APD’s Infusion Clinic
A medical home is a second home for an APD Primary Care patient.
![Erin Damren](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-04/Erin%20Damren.png?itok=LhqJAWS9)
Meet an Occupational Therapist: Erin Damren
April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate the occupational therapists. Meet Erin Damren, OTD, OTR/L.
![Cindy Reuter](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-03/Cindy%20Reuter.png?itok=BqRJDcQk)
Patient Story: A Holistic Health Journey
When family members need care, how do you care for yourself? Integrative Medicine at APD.
![Beth Wood's daughter](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_447/public/2024-01/Beth%20Wood.png?itok=pnD_ge04)
Patient Story: Bringing a Child to the ED
Mother and daughter receive compassionate care at APD’s Emergency Department.