Patient Spotlight: Hear Real Patient Experiences
Every person at Geron is driven by the people at the heart of our work—patients, caregivers, and families. Their experiences guide our purpose and deepen our sense of responsibility to advance the science, treatments, and care they are counting on.
These stories are not ours–they belong to the individuals living with these conditions who have chosen to share their journeys. We are honored to listen, to learn, and to keep pushing forward–because they are what drives us at Geron.
Linda’s Story
After a distinguished and fulfilling career in education administration, Linda looked forward to a peaceful retirement in Florida. But those plans changed when her husband was diagnosed with a rare blood cancer. She became his primary caregiver, facing heartbreak and uncertainty each day until his passing.
Years later, the unimaginable happened. During a routine check-up, Linda’s doctor noticed concerning signs and ordered a bone marrow biopsy. It confirmed what she feared: she had Lower-Risk MDS, or LR-MDS.
Linda describes being diagnosed and living with LR-MDS as a trip that you wish you didn’t have to go on. But she has a mantra that helps her face each day: find your brave. Whether it’s through the love of her family and partner Jack, her work in patient advocacy, or the simple joy of doing what she loves, Linda now finds strength in the moments that matter. And with every step forward, she continues to find her brave.