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.

 

 

Stories of Heart Recovery

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Following a Brief Recovery Period, Kusum Is Back at Home With Her Family

Following a brief recovery period, Kusum Sharma is back at home with her family. Her heart function has improved and she is back to her old routine.

68-Year-Old Back Playing Golf and Tennis After Suffering a Heart Attack

Today, Gerry Henry’s heart function is back to normal and he is back living an active life, running his business, playing sports and enjoying time with his friends.

American Ninja Warrior Competitor and Family Man Survives Cardiogenic Shock

Today, Morgan Wright’s heart function is normal (55-60%) and he has returned to work full-time. He enjoys spending time with his family, working out and helping others in his local community. 

Australian Husband and Father Back Enjoying an Active Lifestyle Following Protected PCI Procedure

66-year-old, with a history of heart problems, initially thought he was battling ulcer pain.

Active Mother’s Heart Recovers With Impella

Just a couple of months later, Wendy resumed her active lifestyle playing golf, traveling and cherishing time with her family.

Retired Preschool Teacher Thriving After Receiving Impella RP Flex Support

Today, Consuelo has returned to Ecuador and she feels better than she has in years. She’s enjoying retirement and spending time with her family.

New Mother Embracing Life After Surviving a Heart Attack

Today, Akashi is enjoying motherhood with her husband and young daughter.

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.

Tadeusz Is Back To Playing Music

Following a brief recovery period, Tadeusz is back at home with his family and his hobby, playing piano.

Mother Returns to Her Active Lifestyle After Surviving a Heart Attack

Today Usha's heart is fully recovered. She walks every day, meditates, and does Yoga. She lives an active and happy life with her family.

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