05/30/2026
When Aimee’s health began declining, months of fatigue, swelling, and painful symptoms left her searching for answers. She was eventually diagnosed with systemic sclerosis, a rare autoimmune disease that can harden the skin and damage internal organs.
As her condition progressed, Aimee enrolled in an innovative CAR T-cell therapy study at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute. The treatment journey included chemotherapy, hospitalization, and ongoing care — but today, she says the results have been life-changing.
Aimee’s story is a powerful reminder of how research and advanced care can bring hope to patients facing complex diseases. At HCA HealthONE, to help patients access innovative treatments and compassionate care close to home.
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Aimee Ward had no symptoms until 2022. She was eventually diagnosed with systemic sclerosis, a rare and progressive autoimmune disease.