Heart transplant

The latest news and patient stories about heart transplant from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Gary English of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital with Morgan Stickney and Melissa Demes

A second chance after a life-saving heart transplant

When one man’s heart unexpectedly failed, the teams at Sharp helped guide him through an emotional journey of survival, healing and hope.

Medical professional with stethoscope making a heart shape with his hands

Sharp Memorial recognized for exceptional heart care

Sharp Memorial Hospital is now a certified Joint Commission Comprehensive Cardiac Center, joining an elite group of hospitals nationwide.

Scott Morgan of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Creating a community of hope and support

Ten years after receiving a life saving heart transplant, Scott is paying it forward by building a supportive community for others facing the same journey.

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Signs of heart failure and how to treat it

Signs of heart failure include sudden weight gain, fatigue, nausea and waking up with shortness of breath. Not everyone heeds them as quickly as they should.

Esteban Ganzalez, Gabriel Casas and Martin Ortiz of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital.

Three amigos with broken hearts (video)

Three strangers met in the hospital while waiting for heart transplants and became friends, supporting each other while each received a new heart.

Former Navy sailor thriving after heart transplant

After fainting while aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, Manny Pleasant, then 24, learned he needed a new heart.

Dwight Love of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Music of the heart

Local musician and martial artist receives a heart after experiencing years of health issues.

After health challenges, local man receives a heart

After living with an LVAD — a mechanical pump used to support a heart too weak to pump on its own — for years, Paul finally received a new heart.

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