Patient Stories
Lacrosse Player’s Remarkable Comeback After Traumatic Brain Injury
At just 16, Max Krohn’s life changed dramatically after a 30-foot fall from a roof during a family vacation in South Walton County. The accident left him with a traumatic brain injury, and he was rushed to Ascension Sacred Heart Bay’s Level II Trauma Center. There, a compassionate team led by Dr. Blerina Begolli fought tirelessly to stabilize him, relieving pressure in his skull and supporting his fragile recovery.
Aug 10, 2025
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Hyundai Hope on Wheels
Hope is lighting the way, thanks to Hyundai Hope On Wheels, whose steadfast support is making a lasting impact on children and families facing childhood cancer at the Bear Family Foundation Pediatric Oncology Center for Hope—the only pediatric cancer center in Northwest Florida.
Aug 10, 2025
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Birdie: The Change Makers’ Gift of Comfort and Healing
At Sacred Heart, we believe healing goes far beyond medicine—it’s about providing comfort, building connection, and showing compassion every step of the way. It’s this belief that inspired a remarkable group of high school students known as the Change Makers Junior Board to bring something truly special to our pediatric surgical team: Birdie, our brand-new facility dog.
Jul 14, 2025
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Patient Stories
Hanto + Clarke: Building Hope from Experience
For both Michael and Chelsie Clarke, and Stephen and Ashley Clarke, the journey to parenthood began with joy—and quickly transformed into fear. Each family faced the frightening reality of unexpected complications, early deliveries, and days spent in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). But through these deeply personal challenges, they also discovered something extraordinary: unwavering care, expert guidance, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Jul 14, 2025
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Two Kids from Queens: A Family Legacy of Turning Blessings Into Blessings
Brendan and Cindy Murphy lovingly refer to themselves as “two little kids from Queens” who met on a blind date 50 years ago. Raised in happy but humble homes, Brendan and Cindy were no strangers to hard work. Brendan delivered newspapers; Cindy babysat. Vacations were rare, but their homes were always filled with love—and the assurance that no one was ever cold or hungry. They describe their life today as something they “could never have imagined,” blessed with three children, six grandchildren, and a life anchored in purpose.
Jun 10, 2025
Patient Stories
Katie and Victoria's Journey: A Story of Strength and Determination
Katie and Victoria's Journey: A Story of Strength and Determination In June 2018, Katie Cole was admitted to the Studer Family Children’s Hospital in Pensacola due to complications from pre-eclampsia and type 2 diabetes. Her daughter Victoria wasn’t due until August, but worsening symptoms led to an emergency C-section on July 4. Born at 35 weeks, Victoria weighed 7 lbs. 6 oz. and had to be resuscitated before being taken to the NICU, where she stayed for seven days.
Jun 10, 2025
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News
Together, We Raised $301,400 for Kids!
Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Pensacola community, the 7th annual Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon raised an astounding $301,400 in support of the Bear Family Foundation Pediatric Oncology Center for Hope at Studer Family Children’s Hospital.
Aug 18, 2025
Patient Stories
Lacrosse Player’s Remarkable Comeback After Traumatic Brain Injury
At just 16, Max Krohn’s life changed dramatically after a 30-foot fall from a roof during a family vacation in South Walton County. The accident left him with a traumatic brain injury, and he was rushed to Ascension Sacred Heart Bay’s Level II Trauma Center. There, a compassionate team led by Dr. Blerina Begolli fought tirelessly to stabilize him, relieving pressure in his skull and supporting his fragile recovery.
Aug 10, 2025
Donor Stories
Hyundai Hope on Wheels
Hope is lighting the way, thanks to Hyundai Hope On Wheels, whose steadfast support is making a lasting impact on children and families facing childhood cancer at the Bear Family Foundation Pediatric Oncology Center for Hope—the only pediatric cancer center in Northwest Florida.
Aug 10, 2025
Donor Stories
Birdie: The Change Makers’ Gift of Comfort and Healing
At Sacred Heart, we believe healing goes far beyond medicine—it’s about providing comfort, building connection, and showing compassion every step of the way. It’s this belief that inspired a remarkable group of high school students known as the Change Makers Junior Board to bring something truly special to our pediatric surgical team: Birdie, our brand-new facility dog.
Jul 14, 2025
Donor Stories
Patient Stories
Hanto + Clarke: Building Hope from Experience
For both Michael and Chelsie Clarke, and Stephen and Ashley Clarke, the journey to parenthood began with joy—and quickly transformed into fear. Each family faced the frightening reality of unexpected complications, early deliveries, and days spent in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). But through these deeply personal challenges, they also discovered something extraordinary: unwavering care, expert guidance, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Jul 14, 2025
Donor Stories
Two Kids from Queens: A Family Legacy of Turning Blessings Into Blessings
Brendan and Cindy Murphy lovingly refer to themselves as “two little kids from Queens” who met on a blind date 50 years ago. Raised in happy but humble homes, Brendan and Cindy were no strangers to hard work. Brendan delivered newspapers; Cindy babysat. Vacations were rare, but their homes were always filled with love—and the assurance that no one was ever cold or hungry. They describe their life today as something they “could never have imagined,” blessed with three children, six grandchildren, and a life anchored in purpose.
Jun 10, 2025
Patient Stories
Katie and Victoria's Journey: A Story of Strength and Determination
Katie and Victoria's Journey: A Story of Strength and Determination In June 2018, Katie Cole was admitted to the Studer Family Children’s Hospital in Pensacola due to complications from pre-eclampsia and type 2 diabetes. Her daughter Victoria wasn’t due until August, but worsening symptoms led to an emergency C-section on July 4. Born at 35 weeks, Victoria weighed 7 lbs. 6 oz. and had to be resuscitated before being taken to the NICU, where she stayed for seven days.
