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.
From COVID-19 to Heart Recovery, Kerri Bryles Is Back To Being Herself
Kerri, a 45-year-old wife, mother, and pharmacist always led a healthy lifestyle but after four negative COVID-19 test results, Kerri tested positive.
Mom of Two and Avid Tennis Player Recovers From Cardiomyopathy
Though Jentry Workman was considered for a heart transplant, her condition began to improve within a few days after the Impella® heart pump was implanted.
Anesthesiologist and Physician Enjoys Retirement After Protected PCI Procedure
Today, Dr. Jeff Morray is back to biking, golfing and working in his woodshop with his native heart.
Physicians and Heart Pump Help To Recover Father’s Heart
Francis “Buddy” Chase was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, a disease that causes heart muscle to weaken.
NOLA Patient Back on the Ranch After Heart Attack
When Erl Rabe began feeling severe chest pain, he knew he needed to act quickly.
Young Mom Survives Cardiogenic Shock
While on Impella 5.0® support, Erin Hanussak became stronger and stronger.
California Woman Returns to Family After Cardiogenic Shock
The interventional cardiologist knew Denise Pandey's heart needed immediate support.
Mother Fully Recovers After a Virus Attacked Her Heart
After a virus attacked Jenny DeVoe's heart, her doctors’ quick thinking and a tiny pump made heart recovery possible.
The Day an EMT Faced Her Own Emergency and How a Tiny Pump Helped Save Her Life
A week after her heart attack, Joella Bobak was able to walk out of the hospital and go home with her own, recovered heart.
Impella® Heart Pump Helps Give New Mexico Guardsman a Second Chance at Life
After several days, Impella 2.5® heart pump was removed, and Jay Sanchez's heart was strong enough to function without mechanical support.
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