Heart and Vascular Care Patient Stories
Let the people we’ve helped inspire you with stories of strength, healing and hope. Across our healthcare system, we've helped thousands. These are just a few. Know that wherever you are located, we have the expertise to help you.
Dan's story
When Dan found out he had an aortic aneurysm he chose to have a minimally invasive, endovascular stent procedure, which allowed him a quicker recovery and was less painful than traditional open aortic aneurysm surgery.
Leo's story
At 87, Leo figured his age was just catching up to him. His heart care team had another opinion - it was congestive heart failure. Because of Leo's age and the severity of his condition, open heart surgery wasn't an option. But thanks to a less-invasive alternative, now he's back to working the land he loves.
Howard's story
Howard Cole loved working out and staying healthy. Still does, actually. That’s because he didn’t let his recurring Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) keep him down. Instead, he turned to the highly skilled team at Lutheran Medical Center in Wheat Ridge, CO. There, Howard received the highest level of heart care – including a customized treatment plan and an innovative procedure – that got him back to doing what he loves.
Louie's story
Staying active and enjoying the outdoors was important to Louie. But a heart attack during a run almost ended all that – and his life. The diagnosis: an enlarged heart with numerous blocked arteries.
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Mike's story
Mike, 39, was in the driver's seat on his way to the hospital when he had a heart attack. Thanks to incredible timing and dedication, now he's back to being Dad.
Ron's story
Ron had no idea how close he was to death. A ruptured aorta stopped his heart for seven minutes, but the team at Good Samaritan Medical Center didn’t quit on him. In fact, they turned Ron’s 1% chance of survival into 100%.
