Johnny & Phyllis Deal

An uncommon tumor and two co-existing conditions it triggered have given a 55-year-old Lenior man a roller-coaster of a medical journey. He’s also gained a precious gift: more time with his grandson.

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Written and produced by Elizabeth Swaringen and Courtney Potter for UNC Health Care

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