The Crew

Day 445: One of the main reasons we chose Mayo,... the team aspect. These are the doctors that discuss Hannah's well-being. From oncology to surgeons to specialists to radiology-oncology, they oversee and discuss her protocol.

IF we added in all the physician assistants, residents, fellows, and nursing staff, we could easily have a roster equal to a professional football team.


Dr. Rodreguiz, Pediatric Oncology
Our lead doctor in our oncology treatment.

Area of Interest: Bleeding Disorders — Hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, Platelet disorders; Thrombophilic Disorders — Lupus anticoagulant, Deep vein thrombosis; Stem Cell Transplant; Leukemias; Lymphomas






Dr. Arndt, Head of Pediatric Oncology
Has watched Hannah's progression since the age of two.

Area of Interest: Rhabdomyosarcoma, osteosarcoma, Ewing's sarcoma, Wilms'tumor, new drug development, stem cell transplant, neuroblastoma, unusual sarcomas, lukemias, anemias.






Dr. Khan, Pediatric Oncologist.
Best advice: "I don't look at statistics, I look at patients."

Area of Interest: Hematological disorders. Pediatric Oncology Stem cell transplants for malignant and nonmalignant diseases







Dr. Laack, Radiology Oncology
We actually switched over to Dr. Laack after our initial visit and have never been happier with her care of and for Hannah. They even have the same birthday!

Area of Interest: Pediatrics, female/gynecologic malignancies, central nervous system tumors






Dr. Shives, The Tumor Surgeon Specialist
The man to have when you need a tumor removed NOW.

Area of Interest: Musculoskeletal tumors.









Dr. Shin, Hand Specialist
Rock & Roller - loves the color PINK!
Main Man when it comes to Hannah's Hand-Arm Reconstruction.

Area of Interest: Vascularized bone grafting, reconstructive microsurgery, wrist reconstruction, brachial plexus injuries





Dr. Bishop, Orthopedic Hand Specialist, Pediatrics
Our soft-spoken doctor, who always likes to think through every angle first.

Area of Interest: Reconstructive Microsurgery, Brachial Prexus Injury, Vascularized Bone Grafting







Dr. Shaughnessy, Pediatric Hand Specialist
New to the Line Up for further reconstruction options.

Area of Interest: Pediatric Orthopedics, Scoliosis, Pediatric Trauma, Gait Lab Analysis, Vascular Malformations of Extremities, Pediatric Sports Injuries