Patient story

The latest patient stories from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Through cancer and loss, she chose joy

During breast cancer treatment, Danitza Toriz also cared for her mother at the end of her life. Through it all, she found joy everywhere she could.

Reflecting on 31 years since kidney transplant at Sharp

In the hopes of inspiring others, a kidney transplant recipient shares what life has been like since his surgery at Sharp more than 30 years ago.

Jesse Szakacs and Johnny Soto-Padilla at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Healing through expert care, kindness and laughter

Margaret Robinson’s experience at Sharp Memorial Hospital shows that sometimes laughter truly can be the best medicine.

Sharp Chula Vista Wave of Light Randi and Evan Linney

Honoring lives of babies gone too soon

The Wave of Light Ceremony at Sharp Mary Birch Chula Vista offers a dedicated time and place for moms and families to connect after pregnancy or infant loss.

A journey of resilience and new beginnings

With support from Sharp experts, Barbara faced cancer, managed chronic pain, and is looking ahead to her next adventure.

Richard Roberts of San Diego on his motorcycle

Rebuilding a life after a devastating accident

A serious motorcycle crash left Richard Roberts with severe injuries. Rehabilitation helped him take his first steps toward recovery.

Sarah Jones of Sharp HealthCare with colleagues at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Finding balance on both sides of care

After decades helping others recover, a retired Sharp nurse experienced rehabilitation from the patient side of care.

Christina de Lemos of San Diego with her family

How rehabilitation helped one woman recover

After life-threatening complications following surgery, one San Diego mother rebuilt her strength and independence through rehabilitation.

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