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

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From stitches to neuroscience: One family’s link to Sharp

A generous gift from the Brady Family Foundation helped open the doors of the Ron and Mary Alice Brady Neuroscience Clinic in July 2025.

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Thriving with stage 4 breast cancer

Despite a diagnosis of stage 4 breast cancer, aggressive treatment and personal strength are helping Ronica get back to her favorite things.

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The power of pink on National Mammography Day

Sharp Chula Vista’s annual event reminds us of the importance of scheduling yearly mammograms.

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Recovering from breast cancer at 33 (video)

Havyne Cooper credits her loved ones, the Sharp care team and the power of positivity for helping her recover from breast cancer.

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.

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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.

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