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.

Anne remained on Impella® support for nearly three days until her heart function recovered and the pump was removed.

Following a brief recovery period, Dr. Amos Szajner has returned to his active lifestyle.

Because of the Impella® heart pump, Rolf Schnurrenberger is back at his favorite hobbies.

After three days of support, Ryuji Nagai’s heart function recovered and Impella® was removed.

On June 17, Kimihiko went into cardiogenic shock and required immediate mechanical circulatory support.

After three days of support, Chavez Adams’ heart recovered and Impella® was removed.

After three days of support, Bob Kiefer’s heart function returned to normal.

Ralf Rohrbeck survives heart attack and now enjoys a new life in Helmstedt.

Because of the Impella heart pump, Anneke and her husband are back to enjoying cycling and going on holiday.

After two days of support, the Impella® heart pump was removed and Jennifer Guess was discharged home days later.

Interested in connecting with other patients and sharing your story? Contact our patient advocacy team.

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