Address for snail mail

Gerard has requested cards/notes/silly messages to help him overcome his medical facility anxiety while we navigate Mayo in Rochester. Please mail cards to: Gerard Hernandez; 1439 Brinker Ave. Ogden, UT 84404. We cannot thank all of you enough for your support during such a challenging year. We're excited for solutions like only Mayo can provide, based on the stories of our friends.

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