Patient Stories

Jack Fitch called Genesis when he needed help with breathing and balance. After minimally invasive heart procedures, he returned to his active lifestyle.

“Since the surgery, I feel fantastic,” said Joseph. “I feel like I am in my 20s again. After getting my heart treated, I started eating better and exercising. It has helped."

“As it became harder to breathe while doing everyday activities, I knew I had to do something,” Dale said. “Too many loved ones were counting on me.”

A few years ago, Tim Lewis of Coshocton, Ohio, had trouble doing most things. He was morbidly obese, suffered from emphysema and had trouble sleeping. He was constantly out of breath and could barely walk from room to room in his house.

Duane Pool, M.D. told Elizabeth about the minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures that would allow her to bypass a second open heart surgery.

Jim Hodges found himself in the right place at the right time.

Brian Cooper has a big heart – not just in how he cares but also anatomically.

“I can’t thank Dr. Kassis and his team enough,” said Jason. “They saved my life. They did a wonderful job.” 

Dean thought he was doing everything he could to take care of his heart. However, he didn’t consider his family’s history of heart disease.

Dr. Chow asked if David was experiencing pain and if he could refer him to the Genesis Vein Center.