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.
Farmer and Newlywed Thriving After Protected PCI with Impella™
Today, Kenny Hlinsky is back to farming his land and he and Marlene are spending the winter months in Gulf Shores, AL.
Indiana Woman Thrives After Being Referred for a Protected PCI
Lisa Smitley is thankful to be alive and have her quality of life back so she can enjoy spending time with her family, friends, and crossing items like zip lining off her bucket list.
Florida Business Owner Survives Right Heart Failure Post Heart Transplant
Today, Jack Dikranian is back to an active lifestyle, golfing, playing pickleball, coaching soccer and running his business.
Mother of Three Survives COVID-19 Myocarditis
Today, Hillary Steffen’s ejection fraction is normal at 60% and she is grateful to resume her busy lifestyle with her husband and their three children.
Indian Business Owner Back in Action After Impella™ Procedure
Today, Raj Sharma is back running his business and enjoying time with his vibrant family.
Nurse and Mother of Three Survives SCAD Heart Attack
Today, Layne Strookman has returned to work full-time while enjoying spending time with her husband and three children.
Family Man and Executive Resumes his Active Lifestyle After Recovering from Viral Myocarditis
Today, Tim Schuckman has a normal ejection fraction (55%) and he’s regained his strength and competitive spirit.
Young Taiwanese Doctor Back at Work Thanks to Impella™ Heart Pump
Following a recovery of several weeks, Dr. Hsu returned to work, and today he is back treating patients at Taipei Veterans General Hospital.
Vito Abaci’s Story of Persistence and Determination
Today, Vito Abaci is back to living fully, cherishing every moment spent with his wife and children.
Young Athlete’s Heart Recovers Following Cardiac Arrest During Workout
Though his doctors initially thought Tim Deits may need to receive a heart transplant, his heart recovered well enough to avoid it.
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