Steered to Safety

An Air Force veteran suffers a stroke behind the wheel and survives thanks to UF Health TraumaOne.

By Tracy Collins
Picture - Article Robert and Claudia Ayer celebrating the New Year in 2017.
“It’s overwhelming if you’re not in the medical field, but they talked to me in ways I could understand. I always had a voice. I felt like I was part of their team.”
Claudia Ayer
Patient's Wife
“Every moment we’ve got on this Earth is precious. Don’t take it for granted.”
Robert Ayer
Patient, 2018 Night for Heroes Honoree
Robert Ayer Robert Ayer completing his physical therapy at Brooks Rehabilitation.