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City of Hope, a NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center

Faces of HOPE: The stories of the people behind the City of Hope community

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Faces of HopeMeet the faces of City of Hope — from the researchers and physicians who save lives, to the survivors and supporters who inspire us with their courage and commitment. Watch, read and share their stories here.

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Nicole Schulz

After two bone marrow transplants, and much perseverance, Nicole is now back to living the life she once knew. When she visits the children in the same pediatric ward she once resided in, she tells the young patients to never give up and shares her own experience as encouragement. Nicole is truly a 'face of hope'.



 Researchers

David Digiusto

David DiGiusto, Ph.D.: A lifelong journey in science
Man's first steps on the moon in 1969 left a young David DiGiusto enthralled with science. Today, in his research, he turns his attention to inner space — and how to coax the body's natural defenses to battle disease.

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 Caregivers

Bernie Pulone

Bernie Pulone, R.N.: Where care meets research
Bernie Pulone, R.N., helps deliver the newest therapies to patients. Her favorite part? When survivors return to their normal lives.

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 Patients

Dori Knott

Sona Donayan: Racing against disease
Sona Donayan met her lymphoma diagnosis with determination to reclaim her life and beat the disease in the long run.

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