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.
Active Father of Five and Waterman Back on the Water Following Heart Attack
Today, Gregg Okamoto is back to work, paddling and coaching both youth and adults, with normal heart function.
State Trooper Returns to the Line of Duty After Suffering a Heart Attack
Today, Ethan Bradshaw has normal heart function (55-60%) and in May, returned to the line of duty.
Young Mom Survives Cardiogenic Shock
While on Impella 5.0™ support, Erin Hanussak became stronger and stronger.
Retired Preschool Teacher Thriving After Receiving Impella RP Flex Support
Today, Consuelo Carrillo has returned to Ecuador and she feels better than she has in years. She’s enjoying retirement and spending time with her family.
Retired State Trooper Returns to His Active Lifestyle After Receiving Impella Support
Today, Chris Decker is retired and he and his wife, Christine, enjoy traveling the world; they recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary in Africa.
Young Lawyer’s Heart Recovers From COVID-19 and Myocarditis
After three days of support, Chavez Adams’ heart recovered and Impella™ was removed.
Carlos Mercado Returns to His Active Lifestyle Following Protected PCI Procedure
Since the procedure, Carlos Mercado's heart function has dramatically improved and he feels better than he has in years.
Father's Heart Fully Recovers From COVID-19
Upon arrival, physicians identified that Bobby Goines had myocarditis due to COVID-19 and was in cardiogenic shock with a severely reduced ejection fraction (below 10%).
Grandfather Enjoys Quality Time With His Family Following a Protected PCI Procedure
Because of his previous heart attack, Dr. Kaki felt that Bill Asper would benefit from the Protected PCI procedure with Impella™.
CEO Returns to Work After Suffering Postpartum SCAD Heart Attack
Today, Andrea Iglesias has normal heart function with an ejection fraction of 60%.
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