Patient story

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

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.

Audrey Hollandsworth and Brady and Owen Grinnell of San Diego performing in a living room

Young trio brings their music back to Sharp (video)

The HollyGrinns look forward to inspiring children and parents through music at the Little Grad Reunion — 16 years after their own NICU journey.

Benilda Morris Runs Marathons in Daughters Honor 9

Running through grief

Before losing her life to breast cancer at 32, Ronnell dreamed of completing the SoCal Triple Crown race series. Now, her mother, Benilda, runs in her honor.

Dr. Abhishek Shah of San Diego at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

From suspected flu to a shocking heart diagnosis

For Javier Zamora, 49, a trip to the emergency department when feeling ‘flu-ish’ led to a devastating diagnosis and surgery.

Aida Streetman of San Diego at Sharp Grossmont Hospital

I’ve been there: Nurse gives hope to her patients

Care provider Aida Streetman shares her own stroke experience with patients recovering at the Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Neuroscience.

Rafael Marquez of San Diego and Kimberly Villegas at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Local man brought back to life after heart attack (video)

Rafael’s heart stopped upon arrival at the emergency room. Thanks to quick, lifesaving care, he got a second chance at life.

Jason Wesson and Rod Mojica of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Thicker than blood: A legacy through kidney donation

Jason donated his kidney to his stepfather, giving him a second chance at life.

Finding freedom: Lisa’s bariatric surgery story

Bariatric surgery helped Lisa lose nearly half her body weight and regain her mobility, health and joy in life.

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