Patient Stories
Each story is different, but all share a common message: heart recovery is possible. Learn more about the people who returned home with their native hearts.
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.
Carlos Returns to His Active Lifestyle Following Protected PCI Procedure
Since the procedure, Carlos's heart function has dramatically improved and he feels better than he has in years.
Marine Returns to His Active Lifestyle After Surviving Cardiac Arrest
Today, David is enjoying spending time with Jillian and their two Great Danes.
Swiss Soccer Player Back to the Game He Loves After Heart Attack
Today Erduan is back to playing soccer and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.
Retired Army Veteran Enjoying Life Following His Protected PCI Procedure
Today, Earl and Wanda enjoy taking walks, shopping and planning multiple vacations. He’s also enjoying quality time with his grandchildren.
Mother of Three Survives COVID-19 Myocarditis
Today, Hillary’s ejection fraction is normal at 60% and she is grateful to resume her busy lifestyle with her husband and their three children.
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.
Manh Nguyen Resumes His Passion for Table Tennis Following a Protected PCI Procedure
Manh returned home from the hospital and his ejection fraction improved to 40% within a few months of his procedure.
CEO Returns to Work After Suffering Postpartum SCAD Heart Attack
Today, Andrea Iglesias has normal heart function with an ejection fraction of 60%.
Treatment With the Impella® Heart Pump Helps Helmstedt Man Recover
Ralf Rohrbeck survives heart attack and now enjoys a new life in Helmstedt.
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