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Patient Stories | June 9, 2013
Scripps Gives Hope for Heart Failure Patients
Kjarla “KJ” Foster can now stop to smell the flowers after Scripps physicians implanted a mechanical device that keeps her heart pumping.
Patient Stories | May 23, 2013
Unique Program Helps Woman Navigate Cancer Treatment
Michele Nolta will always be grateful to the Spinoff: Auction for Life event, which has raised millions to support a unique patient navigation program.
Patient Stories | May 15, 2013
Scripps Helps Local DJ Press ‘Play’ Again on a Musical Life
Scott Butler is back to running his company, San Diego’s Favorite DJ, after Scripps physicians helped him overcome leukemia.
Patient Stories | April 25, 2013
After Beating Cancer, Scripps Patient Passes ‘Toughest Test’
Learn about Scripps patient Sven Jensen, who regained the ability to swallow and speak after a malignant tumor at the base of his tongue.
Patient Stories | April 8, 2013
Hoops, Hardball and Health
San Diego State basketball coach Steve Fisher urges everyone to keep close tabs on their health scores and talks about his prostate cancer diagnosis.
Patient Stories | March 17, 2013
Patient Thanks His ED Doctors for Saving His Life
Peter Blake, 37, was resuscitated in the emergency room at Scripps Mercy Hospital, but he kept slipping in and out of cardiac arrest.
Patient Stories | August 2, 2012
As Summer Sizzles, Watch for Signs of Heat-Related Illnesses
Learn the symptoms of key heat-related illnesses, along with steps to take if they develop.
Patient Stories | July 26, 2012
Lap Band Surgery Helps Student Lose Nearly Half Her Body Weight
When Jordan Button was 23 years old, she made a life-altering decision. At 5’8” and 271 pounds, she began investigating bariatric surgery.
Patient Stories | July 4, 2012
Avoid Hazards on the Road to Raising Young Athletes
Dr. Paul Stricker, a Scripps Clinic sports medicine pediatrician, offers facts and tips to help pave the way to a healthier youth sports experience.
Patient Stories | June 17, 2012
Padres Team Doctor Cracks the Code on Fitness Myths
Understanding the best path to personal fitness can be confusing. Dr. Heinz Hoenecke explains common health and fitness myths.