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Health and Wellness | August 27, 2025

ECMO Care at Scripps Saves Mother After Birth Emergency

Olivia Smoak pictured with her son on the swing at the playground. Advanced life support saved her from a rare birth complication.
Olivia Smoak survived a life-threatening birth crisis thanks to Scripps Health’s critical care team and advanced ECMO treatment.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2025

Spinal Surgery Helps San Diego Man Avoid Paralysis After Beach Injury

Abhi Adappa and his family laugh on the beach after Abhi, 46, recovering from surgery following a severe neck injury.
After a severe neck injury in Hawaii, expert spine surgery at Scripps helped a San Diego man avoid paralysis and regain mobility.
Patient Stories | April 21, 2025

A High-Risk Pregnancy with a Joyful Outcome: Twins!

Caitlin Welsh and her husband, Kevin, smile as they sit on a blanket by the bay each holding one of their twin babies.
After years of miscarriages, Caitlin Welsh was able to deliver healthy twin boys with help from high-risk pregnancy experts at Scripps.
Patient Stories | April 21, 2025

Living Fully After Kidney Transplant

Juan Ramos tosses a soccer ball in his hand in front of a soccer goal post.
Juan Ramos is a kidney failure survivor living life fully 10 years after his transplant at Scripps. He credits expert care and teamwork.
Patient Stories | December 2, 2024

Leadless Pacemaker: Game Changer for Mountain Biker

Whitney DeSpain, 52, gets back on her mountain bike after receiving a leadless pacemaker at Scripps.
Initially hesitant, Whitney DeSpain now thrives with a leadless pacemaker that helps support her active life and heart condition.
Patient Stories | November 22, 2024

Ex-Smoker Gets Lifesaving Lung Cancer Screening at Scripps

Dennis Higginbottom, 76, an ex-smoker is back on the tennis court after Scripps Cancer Center's lung cancer screening program worked to help detect lung cancer early.
Dennis Higginbottom, 76, credits lung cancer screening at Scripps for saving his life. Scripps program has screened more than 1,000.
Patient Stories | August 27, 2024

Clinical Expertise in Orthopedics

Scripps Clinic orthopedic surgeon Tianyi “Tim” Wang, MD, (left) treats complex knee issues and also conducts leading edge orthopedic research.
For decades, Scripps has been a leader in orthopedic care from research to treating hip, knee, spine and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Patient Stories | August 27, 2024

Advancing Care for Brain and Spine Conditions

Christopher Uchiyama, MD, PhD, director and head of neurological surgery, Scripps Clinic, and his Scripps neurosciences colleagues are innovating new ways to diagnose, treat and help prevent a comprehensive range of conditions.
Learn how Scripps became a leader in neurological care through innovation and treatment of a full range of brain and spinal conditions.
Health and Wellness | April 23, 2024

Finding Meaning After Breast Cancer Treatment

Kelly O'Connor smiles at home outdoors holding her small dog after breast cancer treatment.
After successful treatment for breast cancer at Scripps, Kelly O’Connor quit her job and now helps others through their cancer journey.
Health and Wellness | November 29, 2023

Brain Tumor Procedure Restores Patient’s Vision

John Taylor and his wife prepare a Thanksgiving meal after minimally invasive surgery to remove a brain tumor restored his vision.
Yes. A brain tumor threatened John Taylor’s eyesight. Expert neurosurgical care at Scripps made the difference for the senior patient.