My purpose is to strengthen connections among organizations and individuals to better serve the millions of Americans who, like me, have been diagnosed with a rare condition. For years, I have dedicated myself to patient advocacy and have worked with many wonderful people of similar vision. As our stories connect, we empower a larger community to improve lives and build relationships, extending a helping hand and offering a message of Hope.
Read MorePersonalized care
No two people experience a disease the same way. I try to listen deeply to each person’s experience and provide advice based on their unique circumstances.
People as individuals
We are more than our diseases. In addition to medical support, I want every person affected by rare disease to connect with others who’ve fought their fight — so they can see that there is a tomorrow.
Patient empowerment
I want all patients to understand their disease, be able to advocate for themselves, and know which questions to ask. In addition to personally helping patients,, I give them the knowledge and confidence they need to help themselves.
Personalized care
No two people experience a disease the same way. I try to listen deeply to each person’s experience and provide advice based on their unique circumstances.
People as individuals
We are more than our diseases. In addition to medical support, I want every person affected by rare disease to connect with others who’ve fought their fight — so they can see that there is a tomorrow.
Patient empowerment
I want all patients to understand their disease, be able to advocate for themselves, and know which questions to ask. In addition to personally helping patients,, I give them the knowledge and confidence they need to help themselves.
1 out of 10 Americans affected by rare diseases.
Patients lacking full diagnosis information.
Number of rare conditions without specific foundations.
Children with rare disease in the U.S. alone.
Rare diseases with no FDA-approved treatment.
Different types of known rare cancers.
I created Highway of Hope to be the organization I wish I had access to when I was diagnosed. HOH empowers those with rare diseases by connecting them with meteors, doctors, and legislators — so they can live life to its fullest despite their disease. I'd love for you to check it out there!
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