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Ronald JohnsonLife is sweet again for Ronald Johnson
Today you’ll find Ronald Johnson, 76-year-old owner of Johnson Candy Co., selling handmade confections in his Tacoma store. But a few years ago, a nagging health problem began interfering with his normal routine.

 

 

Elsie LeikerWith tremors eased, Elsie enjoys a better life
For at least 20 years, Elsie’s body has trembled, most noticeably in her right arm. Drinking hot liquid without a straw had become impossible for Elsie. But Gamma Knife treatment at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma restored her ability to enjoy the finer things in life.

 

On the Cutting Edge with No Scalpel - American Academy of Physician Assistants News

In 2004, four-time world skating champion and Olympic Gold Medallist Scott Hamilton was diagnosed with a rare, inoperable brain tumor and underwent successful Gamma Knife treatment. For his story, click here.

To view a video of Scott Hamilton talking about his experience, click here. 

For more Gamma Knife news and information, go to: www.elekta.com/patientus.nsf or www.irsa.org.