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Patient Stories | June 7, 2010
Innovative Stroke Prevention Techniques Help a Woman Beat the Odds
Scripps patient Rebecca Flynn overcomes challenges related to an aneurysm by completing minimally invasive surgical procedures to achieve a healthier life.
Patient Stories | June 7, 2010
Advanced Technology Helps to Treat a Woman's Heart Rhythm Disorder
Scripps Health patient Barbara Herd received expert medical care to treat her cardiac arrhythmia, successfully undergoing pulmonary vein isolation ablation.
Patient Stories | June 7, 2010
Man's Sight Saved After Free Screening Catches a Serious Diabetes Complication
National City resident Ricardo Hernandez successfully underwent retinal vitrectomy surgery to correct retinopathy and clinically significant macular edema.
Patient Stories | May 13, 2010
Padres Cancer Comeback Story Inspires Players and Fans Alike
Padres bullpen catcher Mark Merila survives cancer with a winning spirit and personalized chemotherapy treatment regimen designed by Scripps cancer experts.
Patient Stories | May 11, 2010
Grateful Patient Thanks Scripps Clinic Doctors for Exceptional Care
Scripps Health patient Gordon Cooke survived a hemangioblastoma thanks to coordinated care from a team of expert neurologists and physicians.
Patient Stories | April 11, 2010
A Mom Gets the Care She Needs to Manage Her Multiple Sclerosis
After Scripps Health patient Tricia Chandler was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, her team of experts designed a success treatment plan to manage the disease.
Patient Stories | March 3, 2010
Surgery Helps Ease Woman's Lifelong Struggle With Weight
Scripps Health patient Susan M. struggled with weight for decades before exploring bariatric surgery options, eventually deciding on gastric banding.
Patient Stories | February 28, 2010
Kidney Recipient Experiences the Miracle of Life Twice
Scripps patient Kate suffered from focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and eventually underwent a successful kidney transplant and post-transplant care.
Patient Stories | February 28, 2010
Scripps Surgeon Helps a Young Woman Receive a Fresh Start
Originally from a small province in Donetsk, Ukraine, Scripps patient Nataliya received cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for Treacher-Collins syndrome.
Patient Stories | February 8, 2010
John Trombold, MD, Honored at Scripps' 10th Annual Friends of the Hospital Luncheon
After John Trombold was diagnosed with aplastic anemia in college, he survived the potentially fatal blood condition and became a respected Scripps physician.