Logan and Erin Dorsey, who had sickle cell anemia for 11 years, are now nurses at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, using their experience to help others.
"Without God's grace, we wouldn't be where we are today," Logan said.
"It's so fulfilling seeing my patients every day brings me so much joy. I honestly couldn't imagine being anywhere else," Erin said.
Before donning their scrubs, the sisters wore hospital gowns as sickle cell patients, enduring countless needle pricks.
"I just think back and I remember how that felt. When I say I understand and I feel you, I can 100% say that I understand and feel you," Logan said.
Despite the challenges, they never considered giving up.
"Your illness is not a crutch — it does not define you," Logan said.
Their experiences fueled the