Our Inspiration

In 2018, Robby underwent a robotic partial nephrectomy! But his journey with cancer wasn’t straight forward. Due to his heart condition, he takes blood thinners and this led to a post operative, life threatening bleed around the kidney. Fortunately, he recovered from this and he’s now 5 years out from his surgery with no sign of recurrence.

Caris LeVert, a Cleveland Cavaliers player, discovered a kidney tumor during a routine trade physical, leading to a life-saving nephrectomy in 2021. Despite the challenges of recovery, LeVert's determination saw him return to NBA play just 47 days post-surgery, now thriving as a kidney cancer survivor and key player for the Cavs.

Cathy's journey with metastatic kidney cancer began unexpectedly at age 71, leading her through challenging treatments and setbacks until she found hope at Cleveland Clinic. Under Dr. Christopher Weight's care, Cathy underwent a radical nephrectomy and IVC thrombectomy, marking a turning point in her battle against a once-inoperable tumor.

Michael, whose father had kidney cancer, was diagnosed with high-grade urothelial cancer in his only functioning kidney. After multiple unsuccessful treatments including laser surgeries and chemotherapy, he ultimately had his kidney removed, leaving him cancer-free but requiring dialysis. Michael now awaits a potential kidney transplant while being monitored for cancer recurrence.