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
Filter
California Man Feels Stronger Than He Has in Years
Michael Shaw’s heart had severe blockages and an ejection fraction of 15%.
Detroit Man Motors on After Protected PCI Procedure
Howard Pikstein was discharged from the hospital feeling a near-immediate improvement.
Father Cherishes Every Moment After Surviving Heart Attack
Just two days later, Michael Duncan’s condition dramatically improved and the Impella® heart pump was removed.
Protected PCI Care For Patient Caregiver
Following her Protected PCI procedure, Mattie Warren felt an immediate improvement in her health.
82 Year Old Woman Enjoys Improved Quality of Life
Today, Mary Hanel feels better than she has in years.
Grandfather Survives Complete Right Heart Failure
Despite the intense stress on both sides of Howard Gaynor's heart, his left and right ventricles are both functioning normally today.
Sunday School Teacher Returns to Church After Surviving Cardiogenic Shock
After three days, Mark Adkins’s heart recovered enough to function on its own and the Impella® heart pump was removed.
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.
Physicians and Impella® Heart Pump Help Mother of Four Recover Her Heart
Lauri Evans was weaned off Impella support and returned home to her family with no resulting heart muscle damage.
NPS-1320