Very Thankful This Thanksgiving College Professor Gets Relief from Debilitating Disease

Published: Nov. 17, 2020, 8:20 p.m.

By Richard Hunt\nAfter a relatively new and very delicate surgical procedure for Parkinson\u2019s disease, Bill Ragle says his wife has \u201cgot her husband back, for the time being at least.\u201d \n\nThe operation was to enable Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), where small holes are drilled into his skull and electrodes are placed deep in his brain to provide a constant electrical charge. \n\nThe results have been remarkable. Bill can once again strum a guitar and his voice is stronger. \u201cI can walk normally. I\u2019m actually playing tennis.\u201d He explains it\u2019s not a Parkinson\u2019s cure, but a \u201creprieve.\u201d\n\nThis is not only a story of modern medicine, but of solid, trusting faith in God. We invite you to share in this journey.