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Patient Stories | November 2, 2015

International Speed-Skiing Champion Chooses Scripps for Heart Care

In honor of the lifesaving heart care he received at Scripps, speed skier Philippe May is raising funds for the Campaign for Cardiovascular Care with your help.
Patient Stories | October 29, 2015

Join Our Scripps Team and "Rock the Stache" against Prostate Cancer

Two legendary coaches, Olympian Steve Scott and Aztec’s Steve Fisher, share their personal experiences with prostate cancer and how they won the fight.
Patient Stories | October 27, 2015

Lifesaving Care Inspired Young Mother to Start Foundation for Women

Portrait of Amanda, Bryce Klaasen and baby
Learn about the lifesaving maternity care Miranda Klassen received at Scripps Memorial Encinitas and how it inspired her to start a foundation for women.
Patient Stories | October 27, 2015

Generous Donor, Grateful Patient: Heartfelt Thanks for Cardiac Care

Ann Kulchin in front of Prebys Cardiovascular Institute
When Ann Kulchin experienced odd symptoms at a birthday party in Santa Barbara, she sought out and is grateful for the heart care she received at Scripps.
Patient Stories | October 27, 2015

Conrad Prebys Makes Historic Gift to Launch Prebys Cardiovascular Institute

Conrad Prebys inside Prebys Cardiovascular Institute
Learn what inspired San Diego real estate investor and philanthropist Conrad Prebys to make the largest donation that Scripps Health has ever received.
Patient Stories | October 27, 2015

Scripps Breast Cancer Survivor Offers Hope and Help to Cancer Patients

Learn about the lifesaving cancer care Michelle Reyes received at Scripps and how she’s using her experience to offer hope and help to others with cancer.
Patient Stories | October 26, 2015

After Beating Cancer, Andy Hutchison Gets Back to Riding Waves

Hutchison began searching for a bone marrow donor, he also started taking a relatively new drug, Gleevec. He was in clinical remission within 30 days and remains free of cancer today.
Discover how lifelong surfer Andy Hutchison overcame cancer twice and why he supports Scripps Health through philanthropy today.
Patient Stories | October 26, 2015

LVAD Keeps Mom’s Heart Going While Waiting for a Transplant

Darla Calvet's heart failure almost ended her life until a left-ventrical assist device (LVAD) at Scripps extended it while waiting for a transplant.
Patient Stories | October 25, 2015

Brain Injury Day Treatment Program Helps Friends Ride Toward Recovery

San Diego cyclists experience recovery and new friendship thanks to Brain Injury Day Treatment Program at Scripps Encinitas.
Two injured San Diego cyclists find recovery, independence and a new friendship thanks to the renowned Brain Injury Day Treatment Program at Scripps Encinitas.
Patient Stories | May 31, 2015

Local Family Exemplifies Scripps Mercy Tradition

Grandmothers with grand baby
It is remarkable how many San Diegans are Mercy babies, and how many of them continue to share a spirit of caring and commitment to Scripps Mercy hospital.