My Story…
Hi! I was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer (with node involvement) one year ago in April 2023. I had no symptoms. No family history. Tested negative on genetics.
Every single person - and service dog - at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center helped me navigate this tough road, reminded me to smile along the way, and quite frankly, saved my life. From the volunteers who rolled out the food and treat cart to the amazing stylist who helped me choose a fierce wig, to the greeters, staff, ALL the nurses and techs, and of course my entire care team - hands down, THE best there is: Drs. Gorantla, Steiman, Bailey, Vargo - Hannah, Maddie, Emma - it takes a whole village, and I am forever grateful and privileged to be here in Pittsburgh being treated at Hillman by this care team. I am walking in the survivor walk to educate, advocate and to help raise crucial funding for cancer research. I hope you will join me to help save people's lives and to continue groundbreaking research and providing medical care to a hopeful cure and quality of life for those going through this journey. xo
Donate to help Shannon raise money for 2024 Rush to Crush Cancer’s fundraising campaign.
Achievements
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Mar 27 | The Urbiks | $106.30 |
Mar 27 | Steph Pavia | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Leslie and Alan Paul | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Andrea N | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Kris Davitt | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Jonathan and Lucy Rose Ruccio | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Carey Miller and fam | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Sylvia Kurtz | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 27 | Jennifer and Daniel Devine | Undisclosed amount |
Mar 26 | Shannon Gottesman | Undisclosed amount |