For Jim Brown, life has always been full, filled with a rewarding career, a loving family, and the game of golf. A former executive with a 27-year career at IBM and leadership roles at companies such as Viacom and American Tape Company, he now proudly serves as a Chaplain for the Chiefs of Police Association […]
Life in Wells, Maine, offers the perfect blend of fresh air, hands-on projects, and quality family time, and for Helen, it’s an ideal place to enjoy her retirement. Originally from Dover, New Hampshire, Helen dedicated over 30 years to public service with the federal government. Today, she shares her days with her husband, a U.S. […]
Life in Motion Again: Brian’s Experience with The Vascular Care Group An Active Lifestyle Interrupted Staying active has always been a way of life for Brian, whether it was golfing, heading out on the boat, casting a line, tossing cornhole bags, or tackling projects around the house. But gradually, a persistent health issue began to […]
For Ralph, life in retirement is anything but slow. At 72 years old, the South Portland, Maine native spends his days chasing after his two young grandsons who live right next door. Whether he’s down on the floor arranging dinosaurs, carrying giggling toddlers on his back, or keeping up on family trips to New York […]
For more than a decade, Linda lived with chronic knee pain that cast a shadow over nearly every aspect of her daily life. Simple tasks—driving, grocery shopping, climbing stairs—became a painful, exhausting effort. Even after three different knee surgeries, including a full replacement, the relief she so desperately sought never came. Instead, she was left […]
For more than 30 years, he raced at the elite level, traveling across the country, competing in high-stakes events, and building a reputation as a top-tier Masters cyclist. But behind the scenes, something else was going on, something wasn’t right. Despite the rigorous training and lifelong discipline, Matt’s legs started giving out too soon. Endurance […]
At The Vascular Care Group, we are privileged to witness the resilience and strength of our patients, many of whom face the daunting challenges of vascular disease. These stories not only highlight the impact of our care but also serve as powerful reminders of the importance of hope and perseverance. One such inspiring story is […]
Forty-four-year-old Echo had always been the picture of health—active, ambitious, and ready to take on the world. But when unexplained symptoms began to disrupt her vibrant life, she found herself in a relentless quest for answers. Despite visits to prominent specialists who dismissed her symptoms as weight gain and “all in her head”, Echo knew […]
Joann, a Canadian native and former high-tech marketing executive, was born into a military family and grew up living “a wonderful gypsy life,” she recalls. Joann eventually married and had two children of her own. The young family relocated to the United States in search of better healthcare as one of her children required specialized […]
Former professional linebacker, Steve Towle, was born in Prairie Village, Kansas, a suburb of Kansas City. Steve’s life has always revolved around sports, culminating with his eight years playing for the NFL’s Miami Dolphins, where he still holds the team record for most tackles in a single game. “My family was very supportive of my […]