Mark’s Story

Site created on December 21, 2019

On October 29, 2019 Mark suffered from a massive ischemic brain stem stroke. He spent two weeks in ICU at Centennial Medical Center. His prognosis was grim and we were told to prepare to make a decision on life support. 
On November 13, 2019 he was transferred to Southern Hills Medical Center for acute inpatient rehab. He is now walking, talking, eating and had his trach removed. We are told on a daily basis that he is a miracle. 
In Mark’s words “never say can’t”. 

Newest Update

December 20, 2019

Journal entry by Lisa Davis —

Day 37 Rehab- I hope Mark’s sleeping improves soon. It didn’t help that the fire alarm went off during the night. 😞
 
He isn’t feeling very well and is dehydrated, so they had to start an IV again. 😢
 
He had to go back to half nectar thickened liquids...Hopefully not for too long. 😔
 
We are preparing for going home day and had family training, today, for the girls. 🤗
 
Hug the ones you love. ❤️
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