Patient story

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

Doug Bearmar of San Diego on his llama farm

Hiker returns to the trail after throat cancer diagnosis

Llama farm owner Doug Bearmar will return to his long-distance hikes after overcoming throat cancer.

Jayson Ferland of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Robotic heart repair restores patient’s energy (video)

A minimally invasive robotic mitral valve repair at Sharp Memorial helped Jayson regain his stamina, sleep better and return to the activities he loves.

Arriel Stroub of San Diego at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

Doctor experiences a different side of medicine

Dr. Nick Saade sees a lot in the emergency room, but he saw a whole new side of medicine when his pregnant wife was diagnosed with preeclampsia.

Nicole Denow of San Diego with her family in the mountains

The sound of confidence: A cochlear implant success story

When genetic hearing loss began having a significant impact on her life, Nicole turned to the Sharp team she trusted.

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San Diegan gets revolutionary liver cancer treatment (video)

Histotripsy removes patient’s liver cancer without the need for surgery or chemotherapy.

Marianne Jimenez of San Diego at Sharp Grossmont Hospital

Caught early, treated precisely: A lung cancer story

A routine scan changed everything. At 73, Marianne Jimenez’s lung cancer was found and treated with breakthrough technology — now she’s cancer-free.

Evalyn Brown of San Diego in her living room putting a puzzle together

How Evalyn got her energy back

Evalyn discovered the cause of her longtime fatigue and found renewed energy through compassionate, patient-centered heart care.

Peter Halmay of San Diego with a scenic boat background

When advanced cancer care meets unshakable resolve

At 83, Peter Halmay faced cancer head on with the same resolve that carried him through a lifetime of challenges.

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