Patient Stories

 

Recovering hearts. Saving lives.

How do those affected deal with their heart disease and how were they helped? Here you will find reports in which patients share their personal experiences.

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Case reports of experiences with heart disease

Indian Architect Recovers After Suffering a Heart Attack On Board a Flight

S. Sadashivam is back with his family and friends, while continuing to lead major architectural design projects across India. 

Olga Takes off Again as a Fitness Trainer

In June 2022, Olga, who was 41 years old at the time, tested positive for COVID-19 and went into cardiogenic shock as a result.

A Story of Courage and Persistence

Today, Monika Röpkes can enjoy her life again. She is actively engaged in her profession, producing handmade garden chairs from natural materials and loves spending time with her husband and son.

Abiomed Patient Summit 2023

Patients first! On July 18 in Aachen, we brought our philosophy to life.

59-Year-Old Finds a New Passion After Surviving Heart Attack

Today, Seishiro is back to living an active lifestyle after suffering a myocardial infarction.

Postman Returns to Work After Surviving Cardiac Arrest

Today, Yoshitsugi continues to deliver mail on a route that includes the University Hospital Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine where he often stops to thank the medical staff who saved his life.

Young Japanese Mom Enjoying Life After Surviving Heart Failure

Today, Mikako is enjoying being a mom, working at a local bank, and looking forward to attending a soccer match with her family.

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