Nancy, 65
Stillwater
"What a difference it makes to have someone who really cares. I never had back pain until after the kids left home. But after years of lifting babies, driving carpools, sitting at games and taking care of everyone else, my back screamed enough. I had no idea who or where to go. I called GPS and a spine physician gave me a recommendation. The nurse navigator helped set up appointments and even called me afterwards to see how I was doing. And if I have a question or concern, I can call her. It's like a concierge for my back pain!"
George, 35
St. Paul
"My dad had a bad back, so when I felt this terrible pain in my back after playing pick-up basketball at the gym, I was worried. I heard about GPS and gave them a call. After taking my whole history over the phone they talked to the spine physician. I was able to get in the next day. Thankfully, with some exercises and a better understanding of what happened, I won't have the same recurring back pain my dad had."
Pete, 55
Minneapolis
"My neck pain became so bad I felt like I couldn't even hold up my head. I was so discouraged. I had read about GPS so I called. I told this great person my story. I couldn't believe it when I got a call back later that same day. By the next morning I was having an MRI. Within a week I was having surgery. And, with the GPS nurse navigator helping me, I've kept on track with my rehab too. I don't know if they saved my life, but it sure feels like it."
Shannon, 48
Woodbury
"I've had back pain for so long I wasn't even recognizing it as pain any more. I started limiting my activities more and more. I'd seen a spine surgeon a couple of years ago, but surgery wasn't an option for me. I finally called GPS just to see if I should have a second opinion. It was great. Without even leaving my home, a spine surgeon reviewed my situation and made recommendations. He still doesn't recommend surgery, but my nurse navigator is helping me through a care plan that is actually helping my pain."
