My name is Johmarx Patton. I’m a physician, health coach, and patient advocate who has spent much of my career helping people navigate the healthcare system and improve their health.

Today, I’m facing a difficult situation of my own, and I’m asking for help.

Over the past several months, I have been dealing with serious health challenges that significantly impacted my ability to work. Eventually, those health issues led to me being dismissed from my job, leaving me without income while still needing ongoing medical care.

Since then, my sister and other family members have stepped in to support me. Their help has covered many basic expenses and kept me from falling even deeper into crisis. I’m incredibly grateful for their generosity and support.

Unfortunately, the financial strain has continued to grow.

Medical bills are accumulating, and there are treatments, medications, and appointments that I need but have not been able to receive because I simply cannot afford them. Delaying care has made recovery more difficult and prolonged an already challenging situation.

As someone who has spent years advocating for patients and helping others navigate the healthcare system, it has been both humbling and frustrating to experience how quickly health challenges can create financial instability.

I started this fundraiser to help cover the medical and living expenses that have built up during this period and to allow me to access the care I need to stabilize my health.

What the Funds Will Help Cover

Funds raised through this campaign will help with:

• Ongoing medical appointments and treatments

• Prescription medication co-pays

• Essential living expenses while I focus on recovery

$4,250 – Upcoming/outstanding treatments and medications

$4,000 – Living expenses during recovery

(Turned on automated goal setting after reaching our initial goal. Thank you for the generous support!)

Access to proper care will make a tremendous difference in my ability to regain my health and rebuild stability in my life.

Why This Matters

Right now, my focus needs to be on healing and receiving the treatment I need so that I can return to working, supporting myself, and continuing the work I care deeply about—helping others navigate their own health journeys.

Your support can help make that possible.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps move me closer to receiving the care I need.

If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign with others would also mean a great deal.

Thank You

Asking for help is never easy, but I’ve learned that community support can make an enormous difference during difficult times.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any support you’re able to give.

With gratitude,

Johmarx Patton