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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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.

Carlos Returns to His Active Lifestyle Following Protected PCI Procedure

Since the procedure, Carlos's heart function has dramatically improved and he feels better than he has in years.

Community Leader and Leadership Coach Survives Cardiogenic Shock

Today, Jerry has a normal ejection fraction (55-60%) and he has returned to work full time.

Marine Returns to His Active Lifestyle After Surviving Cardiac Arrest

Today, David is enjoying spending time with Jillian and their two Great Danes.

Swiss Soccer Player Back to the Game He Loves After Heart Attack  

Today Erduan is back to playing soccer and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter.

Father Enjoying Life with His Family Following Protected PCI Procedure

Today, Denny Putra has normal heart function (60%) and can push a stroller and play with his children without experiencing shortness of breath or fatigue.

State Trooper Returns to the Line of Duty After Suffering a Heart Attack

Today, Ethan has normal heart function (55-60%) and in May, returned to the line of duty.

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