turned a corner - fig. to pass a critical point in a process
trajectory – n. a path, progression, or line of development resembling a physical trajectory <an upward career trajectory>
bone marrow transplant - medical A bone marrow transplant is a procedure to replace damaged or destroyed bone marrow with healthy bone marrow stem cells. Bone marrow is the soft, fatty tissue inside your bones. The bone marrow produces blood cells.
formula – n. a plan or method for doing, making, or achieving something
stigma – n. a mark of shame or discredit
intravenous – adj. through, in, or into a vein; entering the body through a vein