For more than two decades, staff from Mayo Clinic's Florida campus have become Team Mayo at the annual two-day cycling event, Bike MS. The ride raises funds for people affected by multiple sclerosis. [...]

Christopher Czaplicki, M.D., is passionate about his work as a physician and his favorite pastime: climbing mountains. He'll soon have a chance to do both in Nepal, thanks to a travel grant for Mayo residents and fellows. [...]

"Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing." Barry Finlay

If you pay close attention, you may get a glimpse of Mayo Clinic's David Fleisher, M.D., in the blockbuster movie "Venom," thanks to his close relationship with the director: his son Ruben. [...]

Beth Shelburne chalked up her symptoms to a panic attack after a particularly stressful day at work as a news anchor and reporter. Her eventual diagnosis led her to Mayo Clinic. [...]

"I tell people, 'It's just like a cliché, but it's true: In Hollywood, dreams can come true.'" Michael Clarke Duncan  

Connie Robinson was diagnosed with a slow-growing form of cancer in 2009 and sought treatment at Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus, where her passion for hiking only grew. [...]

It's not unusual for doctors at Mayo Clinic to get together and discuss shared interests. For one group of residents who gather monthly, the goal is improved mental health through art therapy. [...]

"In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir

Carol Morales hadn't planned to celebrate her 80th birthday at work. But her colleagues couldn't let the milestone pass without a proper celebration for the woman they call an "inspiration." [...]

To be competitive in the world of powerlifting, it takes consistency and focus — traits that Luke Hanifen says also are essential in his job as a pharmacy tech at Mayo Clinic. [...]

"If you see someone without a smile give them one of yours." Dolly Parton

Marlis O'Brien relied on numerous organizations for guidance after her young son was diagnosed with a rare disease. That experience inspired her to volunteer and be there for others who need help. [...]

Eighty years ago, Rose Bayuk earned a nursing diploma, signed and presented to her by the Mayo brothers. She recently shared a lifetime of memories during a visit to Rochester. [...]

"The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves." Helen Keller

Surgical assistant Linda Altermatt was used to being in the operating room, but being the patient was another experience entirely. It's an experience she says will guide her work in the future. [...]

Mayo Clinic endocrinologist and researcher Victor Montori, M.D., is leading a charge that he says can improve how patients everywhere are cared for. [...]

"One person caring about another represents life’s greatest value." Jim Rohn

Alley Downing has had a difficult journey since being diagnosed with and treated for Hodgkin's lymphoma. But there have also been "bright spots" along the way. [...]

Marianne Huebner was relatively new to weightlifting when a biopsy revealed she had breast cancer. But with the help of her care team, she was competing internationally just five months after treatment. [...]

"God puts rainbows in the clouds so that each of us — in the dreariest and most dreaded moments — can see a possibility of hope." Maya Angelou

In just five years since a double lung transplant at Mayo Clinic, Curtis Higgons has gone from not knowing "what having good lungs felt like" to winning medals in two swimming events. [...]

"That breath that you just took … that’s a gift." Rob Bell

It's not uncommon to hear stories about Mayo Clinic staff going above and beyond for their patients. A good example? Colleagues getting out of their comfort zone to fulfill a patient's special request. [...]

As a photojournalist, Chad Corey spends much of his time telling others' stories. He recently shared his own personal story as a patient in need of a lifesaving kidney.  [...]