Patient story

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

Tracy Risley of San Diego with Alicia West of Sharp HealthCare

Game on: Sharp nurse saves umpire’s life

An off-duty Sharp Mary Birch nurse sprang into action at her son’s Little League game to save an umpire’s life.

Dr. Paulo Guillinta, Emily Morello and Dr. Ajay Yadlapati of Sharp HealthCare

When a caregiver becomes a patient

After a frightening morning, one Sharp caregiver discovers a hidden heart condition — and learns the importance of listening to your body.

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.

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A fall that led to early detection

A fall while hanging lights led to a scan — and an early lung finding that changed one man’s health journey.

Bob Brown of San Diego with his granddaughters

A subtle sign, a life-changing diagnosis: Bob’s stroke story

During Men’s Health Month, Bob’s story reminds us emergencies aren’t always dramatic — listening to your body can make all the difference.

David Waitley, Sydney Sachs and Heidi Waitley of San Diego at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

From high-risk newborn to new mother at Sharp Mary Birch

Sydney, who previously had two kidney transplants at Sharp, gave birth after spending a month in the hospital being monitored during her high-risk pregnancy.

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First at Sharp: New laser brain procedure provides relief

New technology, called LITT, offers a less invasive alternative to destroy brain tumors.

Michael Garrido of San Diego on a bicycle by a bay

Retiree enjoys life free from hip pain

Retired mail carrier Michael Garrido regained the life he imagined after hip replacement surgery relieved his chronic pain and got him back on his feet.

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