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.
82-Year-Old Woman Enjoys Improved Quality of Life
Today, Mary Hanel feels better than she has in years.
Football Coach Returns to the Field After Homecoming Game Heart Attack
About two days later, Ricky Payne’s ejection fraction returned to normal and two days following that, he returned home to his family with his native heart.
Woman Collapses in Cardiac Arrest During Wedding Anniversary Getaway
Lisa Cardillo’s heart had recovered enough to function on its own and the Impella® heart pump was removed.
Avid Traveler and Family Man Enjoying Life After Suffering a Near-Fatal Heart Attack
Keith Brown was at a friend’s birthday celebration when he suddenly collapsed and went into cardiac arrest.
NPS-1320