Many Gifts Begin With a Story
As not-for-profits, Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Pali Momi Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical Center, and Wilcox Medical Center rely on the community to fulfill our mission of creating a healthier Hawaiʻi. Sharing the inspirational stories of our patients and their families help raise awareness of the lifesaving and life-changing care our teams provide, as well as the real-life impact every gift — large and small — has on people, families and entire communities in Hawaiʻi.
Here are just a few of our patients' journeys. Let us know if you would like to share yours by submitting the form below or calling 808-535-7100.
All story submissions are reviewed. Then, someone from the Foundations of Hawaiʻi Pacific Health may reach out to you for more information. Nothing is published until you formally consent after speaking with someone from our team. Patient stories like yours may be utilized for a story on our website, in a Hawaiʻi Pacific Health social media post, in one of our publications, or for a potential news story.
Kekualā's story
Kekualā Souza was born a cancer patient. During an ultrasound at 20 weeks, doctors discovered a rare, fast-growing tumor on his tailbone. So when his mom, Manalani, gave birth, a Kapiʻolani team moved quickly to save the infant's life. Read more about Kekualā.
Malia's Story
Malia Valona loves cooking. When she was 13 years old, an accident in the kitchen sent her to Straub Benioff for the expert and compassionate care of Hawaiʻi's only Burn Care Unit. Learn more about Malia.
Ron's Story
Readers know Ron Nagasawa for his weekly column in MidWeek. The lifelong storyteller has a few stories to tell about Pali Momi and a surgeon there who helped save his life twice. Learn more about Ron.